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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Stockton-on-Tees to Sunderland
Cheapest price
£8
Average price
£8
Fastest journey
40 m
Average duration
40 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
38 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Stockton-on-Tees to Sunderland is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stockton-on-Tees to Sunderland will cost around £8 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £8.
Of the 1 buses that leave Stockton-on-Tees for Sunderland every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 38 km distance in an average of 40 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 40 m .
The slowest buses will take 40 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.
2:300h40Stockton-on-Tees3:10Sunderland£81One-way0 changes
- 2:300h40Stockton-on-Tees3:10Sunderland£81One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Stockton-on-Tees to Sunderland
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stockton-on-Tees to Sunderland among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £3. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 40m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £3, and a coach costs an average of £5.
Distance: 38 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
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£7 Average Price | £5 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 10m Average total duration Fastest 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 17m Average total duration 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Stockton-on-Tees to Sunderland bus times
The table below shows live departures for Stockton-on-Tees to Sunderland coaches for today, Wednesday 22 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 5:42 Stockton-on-Tees | 2h04 | 7:46 Sunderland | 2 changes | |
| 6:50 Stockton-on-Tees | 2h28 | 9:18 Sunderland | 2 changes | |
| 8:07 Stockton-on-Tees | 1h46 | 9:53 Sunderland | 2 changes | |
| 9:07 Stockton-on-Tees | 1h46 | 10:53 Sunderland | 2 changes | |
| 10:12 Stockton-on-Tees | 1h41 | 11:53 Sunderland | 2 changes | |
| 11:12 Stockton-on-Tees | 1h41 | 12:53 Sunderland | 2 changes | |
| 12:12 Stockton-on-Tees | 1h41 | 13:53 Sunderland | 2 changes | |
| 13:12 Stockton-on-Tees | 1h41 | 14:53 Sunderland | 2 changes | |
| 14:12 Stockton-on-Tees | 1h41 | 15:53 Sunderland | 2 changes | |
| 15:12 Stockton-on-Tees | 1h41 | 16:53 Sunderland | 2 changes | |
| 16:22 Stockton-on-Tees | 1h31 | 17:53 Sunderland | 2 changes | |
| 17:19 Stockton-on-Tees | 1h39 | 18:58 Sunderland | 2 changes | |
| 19:25 Stockton-on-Tees | 1h25 | 20:50 Sunderland | 2 changes | |
 | 21:45 Stockton-on-Tees | 5h25 | 3:10 Sunderland | 1 change | |
| 22:06 Stockton-on-Tees | 9h10 | 7:16 Sunderland | 2 changes | |
| 22:52 Stockton-on-Tees | 4h18 | 3:10 Sunderland | 2 changes | |
| Thursday 23 July | |||||
| 2:30 Stockton-on-Tees | 0h40 | 3:10 Sunderland | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Stockton-on-Tees to Sunderland
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Buses from Stockton-on-Tees to Sunderland run on average 1 times per day, taking around 40m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £5 but you can travel from only £3 by train.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 02:30, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 38 km distance in 40m.
Distance 38 km |
Average bus duration 40m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Buses per day 1 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 40m |
First bus 2:30 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 1 day |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Megabus, Go North East, Stagecoach North East from Stockton-on-Tees to SunderlandYou can travel by bus between Stockton-on-Tees to Sunderland with FlixBus, Megabus, Go North East, Stagecoach North East for as low as £3. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Stockton-on-Tees to Sunderland coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stockton-on-Tees 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.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- 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.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- 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).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- 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.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Stockton-on-Tees and Sunderland
Most Stockton-on-Tees to Sunderland buses use the Middlesbrough, Bus Station to Sunderland, Interchange station pair. Use this guide to compare Stockton-on-Tees and Sunderland bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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