4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Sunderland to London
Cheapest price
£26
Average price
£44
Fastest journey
6 h 10 m
Average duration
6 h 55 m
Buses per day
9
Distance
387 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Sunderland to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sunderland to London will cost around £44 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £26.
Of the 9 buses that leave Sunderland for London every day 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 387 km distance in an average of 6 h 55 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 10 m .
The slowest buses will take 7 h 30 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.
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Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Sunderland to London
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Sunderland to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £16. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 22m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £16, and a flight costs an average of £51.
Distance: 387 km
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Most popular Coach | Train | Flight |
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£30 Average Price Cheapest | £79 Average Price | £222 Average Price |
7h 24m Average total duration 6h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 17m Average total duration 3h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 22m Average total duration Fastest 1h 22m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.2 - 2.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Sunderland to London bus times
The table below shows live departures for Sunderland to London coaches for today, Friday 21 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX426 | 05:35 Sunderland, Interchange | 7h35 | 13:10 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX172 · NX426 | Delayed 09:00 05:45Sunderland, Interchange | 7h25 | 13:10 London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 change | |
| NX133 · NX561 | Delayed 21:00 06:15Sunderland, Interchange | 7h45 | 14:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 change | |
| NX426 | 06:55 Sunderland, Interchange | 7h40 | 14:35 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX426 | 07:30 Sunderland, Interchange | 7h50 | 15:20 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX426 | 08:35 Sunderland, Interchange | 7h45 | 16:20 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX133 · NX561 | Delayed 21:00 10:00Sunderland, Interchange | 8h20 | 18:20 London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 change | |
| NX426 | 12:20 Sunderland, Interchange | 7h45 | 20:05 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 12:45 Sunderland, Interchange | 6h15 | 19:00 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 12:45 Sunderland, Interchange | 6h50 | 19:35 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX172 · NX466 | On time 18:05 Sunderland, Interchange | 11h45 | 05:50 London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 change | |
| NX436 | 23:35 Sunderland, Interchange | 7h15 | 06:50 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 23:55 Sunderland, Interchange | 5h20 | 05:15 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 23:55 Sunderland, Interchange | 5h50 | 05:45 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 22 November | |||||
| 04:50 Sunderland | 7h20 | 12:10 London | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Sunderland to London
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Buses from Sunderland to London run on average 10 times per day, taking around 6h 54m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £16 if you book in advance.
There are 8 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:10, the last at 23:56. The fastest coach covers the 387 km distance in 5h 20m.
Distance 387 km |
Average bus duration 6h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Buses per day 10 |
Direct buses 8 |
Fastest bus 5h 20m |
First bus 00:10 |
Last bus 23:56 |
Bus providers: Megabus, National Express, FlixBus from Sunderland to LondonYou can travel by bus between Sunderland to London with Megabus, National Express, FlixBus for as low as £16. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Coaches from Sunderland to London
There are regular coach departures from Sunderland to London every day of the week, including at weekends. The journey on the fastest, direct coaches takes about seven and a half hours. Indirect services are also available, with a change of buses required in Leeds. These journeys take more than an hour longer to complete.
Which coach companies travel from Sunderland to London?
All of the coach services between Sunderland and London are operated by National Express. Most of the coach services offered are direct with no change required. Indirect journeys, also on National Express, take more than an hour longer and require a change at Leeds.
How long is the coach from Sunderland to London?
The fastest journeys between Sunderland and London are the direct services. The very fastest direct coach journey takes just over seven and a half hours. Indirect services require a change of coach at Leeds and are substantially longer. These journeys take between seven and a half hours and eight and a half hours to complete.
How many coaches are there from Sunderland to London?
There are between five and seven coach departures from Sunderland to London each day, including at weekends. The very first coaches leave early in the morning and the last late at night. Most departures are in the morning, at the rate of at least one every two hours, with just a few in the afternoon and evening hours.
What are the departure and arrival stations for coaches from Sunderland to London?
Departure coach station: Sunderland Park Lane Bus Station is the departure point for all of these coach services to London. Sunderland Park Lane bus station is located in the heart of the city. Among the facilities at this bus station are a newsagent, bakery, cafe and public toilets. Local buses also stop at Sunderland Park Lane bus station.
Arrival coach station: Victoria Bus Station is where all coach services from Sunderland arrive. This large, busy bus station is within walking distance of London's West End. There's a wide range of facilities available at Victoria Bus Station, including restaurants, fast food outlets, cash machines, left luggage facilities and public toilets. Victoria Railway Station, with links to destinations in the south of England, is directly adjacent. The London Underground, for destinations in London, has a stop at Victoria. Local bus services depart from here, too.
FAQs: Sunderland to London coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sunderland to London 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 London, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Sunderland, Interchange, which is located around 0.9 miles (1.5 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at London, Victoria Coach Station, located 1.9 miles (3 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Sunderland and London
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Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café Nero (in the station)
- McDonald's (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 13, 102, 139, 183, 210, 226, 240, 245, 328, 460 metro: Northern
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Caffè Nero (in the station)
- Available outside the arrivals area, with services provided by licensed black cabs and private hire vehicles.
- Ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 105, 111, 140, 285, 423 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret A Manger (in the station)
- Caffè Nero (in the station)
- Available outside the arrivals area.
- Elevators, ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 285, 490 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- The Crown Rivers (in the station)
- Giraffe (in the station)
- Wagamama (in the station).
- Available outside the arrivals area.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 423, 7, 285 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Starbucks (in the station).
- Available outside the station on Buckingham Palace Road.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 11, 44, 170, 211, C1, C10 Metro: Victoria Train: Southern, Gatwick Express
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Starbucks (in the station).
- Available outside the station on Bishopsgate.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 11, 23, 26, 76, 133, 388 Metro: Central, Circle, Hammersmith & City, Metropolitan Train: Greater Anglia, TfL Rail
Accessibility- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
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