The cheapest and fastest coaches from Sunderland station (SUN) to London Gatwick Airport
Cheapest price
£23
Average price
£32
Fastest journey
10 h 25 m
Average duration
10 h 50 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
424 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Sunderland station (SUN) to London Gatwick Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sunderland station (SUN) to London Gatwick Airport will cost around £32 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £23.
Of the 2 buses that leave Sunderland station (SUN) for London Gatwick Airport 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 424 km distance in an average of 10 h 50 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 10 h 25 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.




Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Sunderland station (SUN) to London Gatwick Airport
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Sunderland station (SUN) to London Gatwick Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £23. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 18m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £23, and a train costs an average of £81.
Distance: 424 km
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£29 Average Price Cheapest | £100 Average Price |
9h 22m Average total duration 8h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 48m Average total duration Fastest 4h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Sunderland station (SUN) to London Gatwick Airport bus times
The table below shows live departures for Sunderland station (SUN) to London Gatwick Airport coaches for today, Saturday 14 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 14:35 Sunderland station (SUN) | 9h20 | 23:55 South Terminal Bus Station | 2 changes | |
![]() | 23:55 Sunderland station (SUN) | 9h15 | 09:10 South Terminal Bus Station | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Sunderland station (SUN) to London Gatwick Airport
Buses from Sunderland station (SUN) to London Gatwick Airport run on average 11 times per day, taking around 8h 52m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £23 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 05:50, the last at 08:35. The fastest coach covers the 424 km distance in 10h 25m.
Distance 424 km |
Average bus duration 8h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price £23 |
Buses per day 11 |
Fastest bus 10h 25m |
First bus 05:50 |
Last bus 08:35 |
Bus providers: National Express, Megabus from Sunderland station (SUN) to London Gatwick AirportYou can travel by bus between Sunderland station (SUN) to London Gatwick Airport with National Express, Megabus for as low as £23. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Sunderland station (SUN) to London Gatwick Airport coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sunderland station (SUN) to London Gatwick Airport 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 Gatwick Airport, 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.
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