What is the cheapest way to get from Brighton to Sunderland?

The cheapest way to get from Brighton to Sunderland is to bus which costs £35 - £80 and takes 9h 26m.

What is the fastest way to get from Brighton to Sunderland?

The fastest way to get from Brighton to Sunderland is to train and fly which takes 5h 16m and costs £80 - £320.

Is there a direct bus between Brighton and Sunderland?

No, there is no direct bus from Brighton to Sunderland. However, there are services departing from Preston Circus and arriving at Sunderland Interchange via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Brighton and Sunderland?

No, there is no direct train from Brighton to Sunderland. However, there are services departing from Brighton and arriving at Sunderland via King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 39m.

How far is it from Brighton to Sunderland?

The distance between Brighton and Sunderland is 319 miles. The road distance is 323.3 miles.

How do I travel from Brighton to Sunderland without a car?

The best way to get from Brighton to Sunderland without a car is to train which takes 5h 39m and costs £45 - £120.

How long does it take to get from Brighton to Sunderland?

It takes approximately 5h 39m to get from Brighton to Sunderland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Brighton to Sunderland bus from?

Brighton to Sunderland bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Preston Circus station.

Where do I catch the Brighton to Sunderland train from?

Brighton to Sunderland train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Brighton station.

Train or bus from Brighton to Sunderland?

The best way to get from Brighton to Sunderland is to train which takes 5h 39m and costs £45 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £80 and takes 9h 26m.

Where does the Brighton to Sunderland bus arrive?

Brighton to Sunderland bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Brighton to Sunderland train arrive?

Brighton to Sunderland train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Brighton to Sunderland?

Yes, the driving distance between Brighton to Sunderland is 323 miles. It takes approximately 5h 51m to drive from Brighton to Sunderland.

How do I get a train ticket from Brighton to Sunderland?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Brighton to Sunderland?

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Where can I stay near Sunderland?

There are 1803+ hotels available in Sunderland.

Brighton to Sunderland - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 9 ways to get from Brighton to Sunderland by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Brighton to London St Pancras IntlBrighton - Cambridge / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to SunderlandLondon Kings Cross - Sunderland
5h 39m
£45–119
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Preston Circus to Heathrow Central Bus Station025
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Sunderland InterchangeUkn10
9h 26m
£37–76
Drive 321.4 mi
1. Drive from Brighton to Sunderland321.4 mi
5h 51m
£79–115
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Newcastle
1. Take the train from Brighton to Farringdon
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Newcastle (NCL)LHR - NCL
5h 16m
£84–312
Train via Bus Station Stand D
1. Take the train from Brighton to London St Pancras IntlBrighton - Cambridge / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to DurhamLondon Kings Cross - Newcastle / ...
5h 53m
£73–187
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Newcastle
1. Take the train from Brighton to Southampton Central
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Newcastle (NCL)SOU - NCL
5h 18m
£104–247
Fly London Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)LGW - EDI
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Newcastle
5h 49m
£60–230
Train to London City Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Take the train from Brighton to London Bridge
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)LCY - EDI
3. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Newcastle
6h 37m
£103–376
Train, train to Bristol Airport, fly to Newcastle
1. Take the train from Brighton to Farringdon
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Bristol Temple Meads
3. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Newcastle (NCL)BRS - NCL
6h 54m
£91–294

Brighton to Sunderland by train

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Distance: 317.2 mi
Duration: 5h 39m

What companies run services between Brighton, England and Sunderland, England?

You can take a train from Brighton to Sunderland via London St Pancras International and King's Cross in around 5h 39m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Preston Circus to Sunderland Interchange via Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 9h 26m.

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