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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 Sheffield to Sunderland
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 06 Oct
Cheapest price on 06 Oct
£16
Average ticket price on 06 Oct
£16
Fastest journey on 06 Oct
5 h 15 m
Average journey duration on 06 Oct
5 h 15 m
Buses on 06 Oct
1
Distance
169 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Sheffield to Sunderland is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sheffield to Sunderland will cost around £16 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £16.
Fast coaches
On Tue 06 Oct, we found 1 buses from Sheffield to Sunderland, including 1 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 169 km distance in an average of 5 h 15 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 15 m .
The slowest buses will take 5 h 15 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
22:255h15Sheffield3:40Sunderland£161One-way0 changes
- 22:255h15Sheffield3:40Sunderland£161One-way0 changes
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Sheffield to Sunderland
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Buses from Sheffield to Sunderland run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 6m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £16 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 169 km distance in 2h 55m.
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
Distance 169 km |
Average bus duration 3h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Buses per day 7 |
Fastest bus 2h 55m |
First bus 0:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 35 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
Live departures
Sheffield to Sunderland bus times
The table below shows live departures for Sheffield to Sunderland coaches for today, Monday 5 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
Last updated at
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16:45 Sheffield | 4h00 | 20:45 Sunderland | 0 changesdirect | |
| 21:25 Sheffield | 5h30 | 2:55 Sunderland | 0 changesdirect | |
| 22:25 Sheffield | 5h15 | 3:40 Sunderland | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Why should you book Sheffield to Sunderland coaches with Omio?
National Express operates all coaches services from Sheffield to Sunderland.
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- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Sheffield to Sunderland.
Bus providers: National Express from Sheffield to SunderlandYou can travel by bus between Sheffield to Sunderland with National Express for as low as £16. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
National Express
About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average National Express Duration
2h 55m
Cheapest National Express Price
£16
National Express frequency
7 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.
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.
FAQs: Sheffield to Sunderland coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sheffield 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.
Cheap coach tickets from Sheffield to Sunderland can start from as little as £16 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Sheffield to Sunderland is £23; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Sheffield to Sunderland is 2h 55m to travel the 169 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Sheffield to Sunderland leaves at 0:05. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Sheffield to Sunderland leaves at 23:55.
There are 7 coaches a day from Sheffield to Sunderland which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from Sheffield to Sunderland, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Sunderland. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Sheffield and Sunderland and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Sheffield , you have various coach station options to start your route from including Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange), Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange . When arriving in Sunderland , you can end your route in coach stations like Sunderland, Interchange.Passengers board the coach most frequently from Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange), 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.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Sheffield and Sunderland including taking a coach and train.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Sheffield to Sunderland:
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Sheffield to Sunderland for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Sheffield to Sunderland depends on the coach companies:
- 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.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company National Express.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Sheffield to Sunderland.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Sheffield to Sunderland:
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Sheffield to Sunderland:
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Sheffield to Sunderland.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Sheffield to Sunderland with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Sheffield to Sunderland with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Sheffield to Sunderland with the following coach company: National Express.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Sheffield and Sunderland
Most Sheffield to Sunderland buses use the Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) to Sunderland, Interchange station pair. Use this guide to compare Sheffield and Sunderland bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Departure bus stations in Sheffield
Arrival bus stations in Sunderland
Which Sheffield station do buses to Sunderland leave from?
Buses from Sheffield to Sunderland leave from Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange). The station is from Sheffield city centre at Sheffield Interchange, Archway Centre, Pond St, Sheffield City Centre, Sheffield S1 2BD, UK.
Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange)Sheffield Interchange, Archway Centre, Pond St, Sheffield City Centre, Sheffield S1 2BD, UK
City-centre transport
Getting to Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) from Sheffield city centre
Bus252, 9a, 9, 32, 31, 71, 71a, 71s · 3m · £4 · every ~16 min
Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) bus station facilities and services
Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield 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: There is a café inside the station.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi available in the waiting area. ATMs are aTM located near the entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange): Station is wheelchair accessible.
Which Sunderland station do buses from Sheffield arrive at?
Buses from Sheffield 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.
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