4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from York to Sunderland
Cheapest price
£16
Average price
£18
Fastest journey
3 h 44 m
Average duration
4 h 22 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
107 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from York to Sunderland is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from York to Sunderland will cost around £18 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £16.
Of the 3 buses that leave York 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 107 km distance in an average of 4 h 22 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 44 m .
The slowest buses will take 5 h 28 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 York to Sunderland
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from York to Sunderland 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 train which can get you there in 1h 31m. 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 £16, and a train costs an average of £12.
Distance: 107 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£19 Average Price Cheapest | £21 Average Price |
3h 32m Average total duration 3h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 1m Average total duration Fastest 1h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg 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
York to Sunderland bus times
The table below shows live departures for York to Sunderland coaches for today, Friday 7 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| YC843 · NX172 | Delayed 16:04 07:21York, Rail Station | 3h59 | 23:15 23:15Sunderland, Interchange | 1 change | |
| YC840 · NX426 | On time 09:38 York, Rail Station | 4h07 | 13:45 Sunderland, Interchange | 1 change | |
| YC840 · NX426 | On time 12:51 York, Rail Station | 3h59 | 16:50 Sunderland, Interchange | 1 change | |
| NX131 · NX133 | On time 15:50 York, Rail Station | 3h40 | 19:30 Sunderland, Interchange | 1 change | |
| YC840 · NX426 | On time 15:52 York, Rail Station | 4h23 | 20:15 Sunderland, Interchange | 1 change | |
| YC840 · NX133 | On time 16:56 York, Rail Station | 4h04 | 21:00 Sunderland, Interchange | 1 change | |
| YC843 · NX426 | On time 17:26 York, Rail Station | 4h04 | 21:30 Sunderland, Interchange | 1 change | |
| YC843 · NX133 | On time 18:24 York, Rail Station | 4h21 | 22:45 Sunderland, Interchange | 1 change | |
| YC843 · NX426 | On time 19:20 York, Rail Station | 4h25 | 23:45 Sunderland, Interchange | 1 change | |
| YC843 · NX426 | On time 20:12 York, Rail Station | 4h23 | 00:35 Sunderland, Interchange | 1 change | |
| YC843 · NX172 | On time 22:12 York, Rail Station | 5h28 | 03:40 Sunderland, Interchange | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from York to Sunderland
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Buses from York to Sunderland run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 2m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £16 but you can travel from only £12 by train.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 03:55, the last at 23:35. The fastest coach covers the 107 km distance in 3h 49m.
Distance 107 km |
Average bus duration 3h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 3h 49m |
First bus 03:55 |
Last bus 23:35 |
Bus providers: National Express from York to SunderlandYou can travel by bus between York to Sunderland with National Express for as low as £12. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: York to Sunderland coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from York 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.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from York, Rail Station, which is located around 0.5 miles (786 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Sunderland, Interchange, located 0.9 miles (1.5 km) away from the city centre.
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