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V&A Dundee
Striking design museum on Dundee’s waterfront with changing exhibitions, Scottish design displays and memorable river views.
Cheapest price
£19
Average price
£19
Fastest journey
6 h 40 m
Average duration
6 h 40 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
200 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Sunderland to Dundee is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sunderland to Dundee will cost around £19 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £19.
Of the 1 buses that leave Sunderland for Dundee 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 200 km distance in an average of 6 h 40 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 40 m .
The slowest buses will take 6 h 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.


Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Sunderland to Dundee among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £18, and a train costs an average of £46.
Distance: 200 km
| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£21 Average Price Cheapest | £53 Average Price |
6h 4m Average total duration 5h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 40m Average total duration Fastest 3h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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The table below shows live departures for Sunderland to Dundee coaches for tomorrow, Monday 3 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 3:15 Sunderland | 6h40 | 9:55 Dundee | 0 changesdirect | |
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Buses from Sunderland to Dundee run on average 2 times per day, taking around 5h 34m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £18 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 03:15, the last at 16:55. The fastest coach covers the 200 km distance in 6h 40m.
Distance 200 km |
Average bus duration 5h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Buses per day 2 |
Fastest bus 6h 40m |
First bus 3:15 |
Last bus 16:55 |
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Service is sometimes included; if not, 10-12.5% in restaurants is typical for good service. Round up small taxi fares. Café tipping is optional.
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Dundee, West Marketgait / Nethergate (Overgate Centre) -> Dundee Railway Station
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sunderland to Dundee 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 Dundee, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Sunderland to Dundee buses use the Sunderland, Interchange to Dundee, West Marketgait / Nethergate (Overgate Centre) station pair. Use this guide to compare Sunderland and Dundee bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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