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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Sunderland to Edinburgh
Cheapest price
£10
Average price
£13
Fastest journey
3 h 10 m
Average duration
4 h 32 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
163 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Sunderland to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sunderland to Edinburgh will cost around £13 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £10.
Of the 4 buses that leave Sunderland for Edinburgh 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 163 km distance in an average of 4 h 32 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 10 m .
The slowest buses will take 6 h 54 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.
FlixBus3:153h10Sunderland, Interchange6:25Edinburgh, Bus Station£101One-way0 changes- FlixBus14:203h15Sunderland, Interchange17:35Edinburgh, Bus Station£111One-way0 changes
- FlixBus · FlixBus3:156h54Sunderland, Interchange10:09Edinburgh, Drum Brae South£151One-way1 change
- FlixBus · FlixBus14:204h49Sunderland, Interchange19:09Edinburgh, Drum Brae South£171One-way1 change
- FlixBus3:153h10Sunderland, Interchange6:25Edinburgh, Bus Station£101One-way0 changes
- FlixBus14:203h15Sunderland, Interchange17:35Edinburgh, Bus Station£111One-way0 changes
- FlixBus · FlixBus14:204h49Sunderland, Interchange19:09Edinburgh, Drum Brae South£171One-way1 change
- FlixBus · FlixBus3:156h54Sunderland, Interchange10:09Edinburgh, Drum Brae South£151One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Sunderland to Edinburgh
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Sunderland to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 58m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, and a flight costs an average of £92.
Distance: 163 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£11 Average Price Cheapest | £31 Average Price | £313 Average Price |
3h 46m Average total duration 3h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 28m Average total duration Fastest 1h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 11m Average total duration 8h 11m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Sunderland to Edinburgh bus times
The table below shows live departures for Sunderland to Edinburgh coaches for today, Sunday 31 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:15 Sunderland, Interchange | 6h54 | 10:09 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 3:15 Sunderland, Interchange | 3h10 | 6:25 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 14:20 Sunderland, Interchange | 3h15 | 17:35 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 14:20 Sunderland, Interchange | 4h49 | 19:09 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Sunderland to Edinburgh
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Buses from Sunderland to Edinburgh run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 16m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
There are 2 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 02:15, the last at 23:40. The fastest coach covers the 163 km distance in 3h 10m.
Distance 163 km |
Average bus duration 3h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 3h 10m |
First bus 2:15 |
Last bus 23:40 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 63 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus from Sunderland to EdinburghYou can travel by bus between Sunderland to Edinburgh with FlixBus for as low as £7. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Sunderland to Edinburgh coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sunderland to Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
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- 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.
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- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
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- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
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- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Sunderland and Edinburgh
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café at the Station (in the station)
- Sandwich Shop (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 10, 11, 12, 16, 22, 25, 26, 44 Trams: T50 Trains: Edinburgh Waverley Station
- Bus: 100, 200
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