- Must visit
Sunderland Museum & Winter Gardens
Main city museum covering Sunderland’s history, archaeology, and changing exhibitions. A practical introduction to the city and region.
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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Reading to Sunderland
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 24 Oct
Cheapest price on 24 Oct
£64
Average ticket price on 24 Oct
£64
Fastest journey on 24 Oct
7 h 50 m
Average journey duration on 24 Oct
7 h 50 m
Buses on 24 Oct
1
Distance
384 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Reading to Sunderland is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Reading to Sunderland will cost around £64 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £64.
Fast coaches
To travel from Reading to Sunderland you need to make at least one change.
19:207h50Reading3:10Sunderland£641One-way1 change
- 19:207h50Reading3:10Sunderland£641One-way1 change
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Reading to Sunderland
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Take a bus from Reading to Sunderland and enjoy the approximately 384 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest coach runs at 03:20, the last at 23:55.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £149
Distance 384 km |
First bus 3:20 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 42 days |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £149
Frequently asked questions about your Reading to Sunderland trip
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Reading to Sunderland.
The earliest coach from Reading to Sunderland leaves at 3:20. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Reading to Sunderland leaves at 23:55.
Live departures
Reading to Sunderland bus times
The table below shows live departures for Reading to Sunderland coaches for today, Friday 23 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
Last updated at
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 11:26 Reading | 11h04 | 22:30 Sunderland | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Complete guide to Sunderland
Things to do in Sunderland
Discover the best of Sunderland — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Sunderland trip today.
- Must visit
National Glass Centre
Glass-focused museum with exhibitions, demonstrations, and studio activity reflecting Sunderland’s industrial heritage and creative scene.
- Recommended
North East Land, Sea and Air Museums
Volunteer-run museum at the restored station featuring vintage trams, buses, and transport displays. Best for engineering and family visits.
- Must visit
Roker Beach
Long sandy seafront with promenade, cafés nearby, and broad views. Popular for walking, sea air, and classic coastal Sunderland scenes.
- Recommended
Seaburn
Seaside area north of Roker with beach, promenade, and open views. A relaxed place for walks and a local feel beyond the city centre.
- Recommended
Mowbray Park
Historic public park beside the museum and winter gardens. It offers flower beds, monuments, and a central green break in the city.
- Gluten-free
Panackelty
Panackelty is a North East comfort dish of layered potatoes, onions and corned beef or bacon, slowly baked. It is a long-standing Wearside home staple.
- Vegetarian
- Gluten-free
Pease Pudding
Pease pudding is a thick split-pea savoury paste, often served with ham or stotties. It is a classic staple across Sunderland and the wider North East.
Stottie Cake
Stottie cake is a dense round North East bread, usually split and filled with ham and pease pudding. It is strongly associated with local working-class food culture.
Latimer's Seafood Deli and Cafe
Popular seafront seafood restaurant at Roker serving fish, shellfish and classic British dishes in a relaxed modern setting.
Angelo's Ristorante
Well-known city centre Italian restaurant with pizzas, pasta and grilled dishes. Lively, dependable and good for casual meals.
Spice Empire
Established Indian restaurant known for curries, tandoori dishes and friendly service. Comfortable setting close to the city centre.
Pound sterling (£)
Generally cheaper than London and many UK tourist cities, with lower hotel rates, modest dining prices and reasonably priced local transport.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £6-12 for fast food or a basic meal.
- Mid-range
- £15-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £45+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £2.50-4 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common for good service if not already added. Round up taxi fares; cafés usually do not expect tips.
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Prices
- Single ticket
- £2.50
- Day pass
- £5.00
To the city centre
Sunderland Interchange -> Sunderland Railway Station
- Distance
- 0.8 km
- Travel time
- 10 min
- On Tyne and Wear Metro, Pop Pay As You Go caps adult single fares at £2.50 and day fares at £5.00.
- Stagecoach says contactless payment is available on all its buses. Check operator ticket validity before boarding if changing between bus and Metro.
Best day trips from Sunderland by bus
The most popular day trips by bus from Sunderland are Durham, York and Middlesbrough. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your bus from Sunderland on Omio.
Day trip from Sunderland to Durham by bus
Why visit Durham for the day?
Durham is best known for its Norman cathedral and castle above the River Wear. The city feels historic and compact, with old streets and a lively university atmosphere.
How to get from Sunderland to Durham by bus?
The earliest coach runs at 06:00, the last at 18:40.
Day trip from Sunderland to York by bus
Why visit York for the day?
York is known for its Roman and Viking heritage, medieval streets and the imposing York Minster. Its compact centre, old walls and busy mix of shops, pubs and museums make it easy to grasp the city's historic character.
How to get from Sunderland to York by bus?
The earliest coach runs at 03:55, the last at 23:35. The fastest coach covers the 107 km distance in 2h 10m.
Day trip from Sunderland to Middlesbrough by bus
Why visit Middlesbrough for the day?
Middlesbrough is a Teesside town known for its industrial roots, especially steelmaking and the Transporter Bridge. Its Victorian centre and MIMA gallery give it a practical, cultural character with easy access to nearby moorland.
How to get from Sunderland to Middlesbrough by bus?
There are 7 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 38 km distance in 40m.
FAQs: Reading to Sunderland coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Reading 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.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Reading and Sunderland including taking a train and coach.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Reading and Sunderland
Most Reading to Sunderland buses use the Reading, Blagrave Street to Sunderland, Interchange station pair. Use this guide to compare Reading and Sunderland bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Departure bus stations in Reading
Arrival bus stations in Sunderland
Which Reading station do buses to Sunderland leave from?
Buses from Reading to Sunderland leave from Reading, Blagrave Street. The station is from Reading city centre at Reading RG1 1PZ, UK.
Reading, Blagrave StreetReading RG1 1PZ, UK
City-centre transport
Getting to Reading, Blagrave Street from Reading city centre
Bus19a, 19c · 1h 21m · £2
Reading, Blagrave Street bus station facilities and services
Reading, Blagrave Street has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Reading, Blagrave Street: The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible.
Which Sunderland station do buses from Reading arrive at?
Buses from Reading to Sunderland arrive at Sunderland, Interchange. Sunderland, Interchange is from Sunderland city centre.
Sunderland, InterchangeSunderland Interchange, Sunderland SR1 3NX, UK
City-centre transport
Getting to Sunderland, Interchange from Sunderland city centre
Bus35, 24, 61, 32, 36, 62, 63, 700N · 4m · every ~30 min
SubwayGrn · 1m · £4 · every ~19 min
Sunderland, Interchange bus station facilities and services
Sunderland, Interchange has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Fast food outlets available.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi available in waiting areas. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Sunderland, Interchange.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Sunderland, Interchange: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Sunderland, Interchange: Step-free access throughout.
Bus stations for Reading to Sunderland
Check bus stations information for Reading and Sunderland, including where buses depart and arrive on this route.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Reading, Blagrave Street, which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Sunderland, Interchange, located 0 away from the city centre.
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