4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Sunderland to Middlesbrough
Cheapest price
£5
Average price
£8
Fastest journey
40 m
Average duration
41 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
38 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Sunderland to Middlesbrough is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sunderland to Middlesbrough will cost around £8 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £5.
Of the 4 buses that leave Sunderland for Middlesbrough every day 4 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 41 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 40 m .
The slowest buses will take 45 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 to Middlesbrough
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Sunderland to Middlesbrough 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 train which can get you there in 57m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. 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 |
|---|---|
£7 Average Price | £5 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 30m Average total duration 1h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 27m Average total duration Fastest 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Sunderland to Middlesbrough bus times
The table below shows live departures for Sunderland to Middlesbrough coaches for today, Saturday 31 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX133 | 06:30 Sunderland, Interchange | 0h45 | 07:15 Middlesbrough, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX133 | 08:25 Sunderland, Interchange | 0h45 | 09:10 Middlesbrough, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX172 | 09:00 Sunderland, Interchange | 0h45 | 09:45 Middlesbrough, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX133 | 10:15 Sunderland, Interchange | 0h45 | 11:00 Middlesbrough, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX172 | 14:35 Sunderland, Interchange | 0h40 | 15:15 Middlesbrough, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX172 | 18:05 Sunderland, Interchange | 0h40 | 18:45 Middlesbrough, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX172 | 23:45 Sunderland, Interchange | 0h40 | 00:25 Middlesbrough, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 23:55 Sunderland, Interchange | 0h45 | 00:40 Middlesbrough, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Sunday 1 February | |||||
| 05:05 Sunderland | 0h40 | 05:45 Middlesbrough | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Sunderland to Middlesbrough
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Buses from Sunderland to Middlesbrough run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 0m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £5 but you can travel from only £3 by train.
There are 6 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 1h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 40m |
First bus 02:30 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: National Express, Megabus, FlixBus, Go North East from Sunderland to MiddlesbroughYou can travel by bus between Sunderland to Middlesbrough with National Express, Megabus, FlixBus, Go 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: Sunderland to Middlesbrough coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sunderland to Middlesbrough 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 Middlesbrough, 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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).
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- 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.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
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