The cheapest and fastest coaches from Thornaby to Sunderland
Cheapest price
£6
Average price
£8
Fastest journey
40 m
Average duration
42 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
42 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Thornaby to Sunderland is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Thornaby to Sunderland will cost around £8 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £6.
Of the 3 buses that leave Thornaby for Sunderland every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 42 km distance in an average of 42 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 coach and train for Thornaby to Sunderland
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Thornaby to Sunderland among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £2. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 38m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £2, and a coach costs an average of £6.
Distance: 42 km
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1h 8m Average total duration Fastest 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 20m Average total duration 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Thornaby to Sunderland bus times
The table below shows live departures for Thornaby to Sunderland coaches for tomorrow, Monday 2 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 10:35 Thornaby | 0h45 | 11:20 Sunderland | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Thornaby to Sunderland
Buses from Thornaby to Sunderland run on average 8 times per day, taking around 38m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £6 but you can travel from only £2 by train.
There are 8 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 02:30, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 42 km distance in 40m.
Distance 42 km |
Average bus duration 38m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 8 |
Fastest bus 40m |
First bus 02:30 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: Megabus from Thornaby to SunderlandYou can travel by bus between Thornaby to Sunderland with Megabus for as low as £2. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Thornaby to Sunderland coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Thornaby to Sunderland 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 Sunderland, 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.
- 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.
- 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).
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- 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.
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