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NX030 · NX42612:3912h06Portsmouth, University0:45Sunderland, Interchange£381One-way1 change- NX030 · NX42612:5511h50Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange0:45Sunderland, Interchange£381One-way1 change
- NX030 · NX43618:4511h25Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange6:10Sunderland, Interchange£411One-way1 change
- NX030 · NX43618:2911h41Portsmouth, University6:10Sunderland, Interchange£411One-way1 change
- NX030 · NX4267:3512h10Portsmouth, University19:45Sunderland, Interchange£411One-way1 change
- NX030 · NX4263:2010h20Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange13:40Sunderland, Interchange£451One-way1 change
- NX030 · NX4263:0510h35Portsmouth, University13:40Sunderland, Interchange£441One-way1 change
- NX030 · NX4265:3510h55Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange16:30Sunderland, Interchange£471One-way1 change
- NX030 · NX4265:2011h10Portsmouth, University16:30Sunderland, Interchange£461One-way1 change
- NX030 · NX43618:4511h25Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange6:10Sunderland, Interchange£411One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Portsmouth to Sunderland
The cheapest option from Portsmouth to Sunderland is coach, with an average price of £37. Omio recommends booking the bus, as it is the most popular option from Portsmouth to Sunderland among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg.
Distance: 457 km
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Most popular Coach | Train | Flight |
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£37 Average Price Cheapest option | £110 Average Price | £170 Average Price |
10h 52m Average total duration 10h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 9m Average total duration 6h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 12m Average total duration Fastest option 1h 12m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.5 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.4 - 2.7kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Portsmouth to Sunderland bus times
The table below shows live departures for Portsmouth to Sunderland coaches for today, Tuesday 7 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 3:05 Portsmouth | 10h35 | 13:40 Sunderland | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why book with Omio vs National Express?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for National Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of Megabus to find the best option for your trip from Portsmouth to Sunderland.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Portsmouth to Sunderland
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Typically, there are 9 buses per day from Portsmouth to Sunderland, including direct buses, taking around 10h 22m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £21 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 03:05, the last at 23:35. The fastest coach covers the 457 km distance in 10h 20m.
Distance 457 km |
Average bus duration 10h 22m |
Lowest ticket price £21 |
Buses per day 9 |
Fastest bus 10h 20m |
First bus 3:05 |
Last bus 23:35 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 35 days |
Bus providers: National Express, Megabus from Portsmouth to SunderlandYou can travel by bus between Portsmouth to Sunderland with National Express, Megabus for as low as £21. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Portsmouth to Sunderland coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Portsmouth to Sunderland by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Sunderland, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- Megabus
- Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- Megabus
- Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
- National Express
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
- Megabus
- One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- Megabus
- Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Portsmouth and Sunderland
Most Portsmouth to Sunderland buses use the Portsmouth, University to Sunderland, Interchange station pair. Use this guide to compare Portsmouth and Sunderland bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange from Portsmouth city centre
Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange is 1 km from Portsmouth city centre. Public transport options include:
Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange bus station facilities and services
Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Café at The Hard (in the station), Fast Food Outlet (in the station).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange: Elevators, ramps.
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