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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Southampton to Sunderland
Cheapest price
£36
Average price
£38
Fastest journey
10 h 55 m
Average duration
11 h 5 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
445 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Southampton to Sunderland is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Southampton to Sunderland will cost around £38 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £36.
Of the 2 buses that leave Southampton for Sunderland every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 445 km distance in an average of 11 h 5 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 10 h 55 m .
The slowest buses will take 11 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.
4:3510h55Southampton15:30Sunderland£361One-way0 changes- 13:3011h15Southampton0:45Sunderland£411One-way0 changes
- 4:3510h55Southampton15:30Sunderland£361One-way0 changes
- 13:3011h15Southampton0:45Sunderland£411One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Southampton to Sunderland
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Southampton to Sunderland among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £22. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 13m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £22, and a flight costs an average of £112.
Distance: 445 km
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Most popular Coach | Train | Flight |
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£39 Average Price Cheapest | £129 Average Price | £224 Average Price |
10h 5m Average total duration 9h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 57m Average total duration 5h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 13m Average total duration Fastest 1h 13m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Southampton to Sunderland bus times
The table below shows live departures for Southampton to Sunderland coaches for tomorrow, Wednesday 22 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 4:35 Southampton | 10h55 | 15:30 Sunderland | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Southampton to Sunderland by coach, train or flight
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Why should you book Southampton to Sunderland coaches with Omio?
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 Southampton to Sunderland.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Megabus to find the best option for your trip from Southampton to Sunderland.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus, train and flight to find the ideal travel option from Southampton to Sunderland.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Southampton to Sunderland
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Southampton to Sunderland run on average 8 times per day, taking around 9h 35m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £22 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 02:05, the last at 23:35. The fastest coach covers the 445 km distance in 10h 55m.
Distance 445 km |
Average bus duration 9h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price £22 |
Buses per day 8 |
Fastest bus 10h 55m |
First bus 2:05 |
Last bus 23:35 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 1 day |
Bus providers: National Express, Megabus from Southampton to SunderlandYou can travel by bus between Southampton to Sunderland with National Express, Megabus for as low as £22. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Southampton to Sunderland coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Southampton 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 Southampton and Sunderland
Most Southampton to Sunderland buses use the Southampton, Coach Station to Sunderland, Interchange station pair. Use this guide to compare Southampton and Sunderland bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Southampton station do buses to Sunderland leave from?
Getting to Southampton, Coach Station from Southampton city centre
Southampton, Coach Station bus station facilities and services
Southampton, Coach Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Café Express (in the station), Sandwich Bar (in the station).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance for cash withdrawals.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Southampton, Coach Station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Southampton, Coach Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Southampton, Coach Station: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Southampton, Burgess Rd (Library) from Southampton city centre
Getting to Sunderland, Interchange from Sunderland city centre
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