What is the cheapest way to get from Kirkby Stephen to Sunderland?

The cheapest way to get from Kirkby Stephen to Sunderland is to drive which costs £14 - £21 and takes 1h 13m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kirkby Stephen to Sunderland?

The fastest way to get from Kirkby Stephen to Sunderland is to drive which takes 1h 13m and costs £14 - £21.

Is there a direct bus between Kirkby Stephen and Sunderland?

No, there is no direct bus from Kirkby Stephen to Sunderland. However, there are services departing from Pennine Hotel and arriving at Sunderland Interchange via Galgate - Commercial Hotel, Tubwell Row and Bus Station Stand 11. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 17m.

How far is it from Kirkby Stephen to Sunderland?

The distance between Kirkby Stephen and Sunderland is 89 miles. The road distance is 58.5 miles.

How do I travel from Kirkby Stephen to Sunderland without a car?

The best way to get from Kirkby Stephen to Sunderland without a car is to line 572 bus and bus and train which takes 3h 21m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Kirkby Stephen to Sunderland?

It takes approximately 3h 21m to get from Kirkby Stephen to Sunderland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kirkby Stephen to Sunderland bus from?

Kirkby Stephen to Sunderland bus services, operated by Cumbria Classic Coaches, depart from Pennine Hotel station.

Train or bus from Kirkby Stephen to Sunderland?

The best way to get from Kirkby Stephen to Sunderland is to train which takes 3h 49m and costs £29 - £55. Alternatively, you can line 572 bus and bus, which costs and takes 4h 17m.

Where does the Kirkby Stephen to Sunderland bus arrive?

Kirkby Stephen to Sunderland bus services, operated by Cumbria Classic Coaches, arrive at Galgate - Stand B station.

Can I drive from Kirkby Stephen to Sunderland?

Yes, the driving distance between Kirkby Stephen to Sunderland is 58 miles. It takes approximately 1h 13m to drive from Kirkby Stephen to Sunderland.

Where can I stay near Sunderland?

There are 1740+ hotels available in Sunderland.

Kirkby Stephen to Sunderland - 5 ways to travel via train, line 572 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Kirkby Stephen to Sunderland by bus, train, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Line 572 bus, bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Pennine Hotel to Galgate - Stand B572
2. Take the bus from Galgate - Commercial Hotel to Town HallX75 / ...
3. Take the train from Darlington to Newcastle
3h 21m
Drive 58.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Kirkby Stephen to Sunderland58.1 mi
1h 13m
£15–21
Train
1. Take the train from Kirkby Stephen to CarlisleSheffield - Carlisle / ...
2. Take the train from Carlisle to SunderlandCarlisle - Middlesbrough / ...
3h 49m
£30–52
Line 572 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Pennine Hotel to Galgate - Stand B572
2. Take the bus from Galgate - Commercial Hotel to Town HallX75 / ...
3. Take the bus from Tubwell Row to Bus Station Stand 11X66 / ...
4. Take the bus from Bus Station Stand 11 to Sunderland Interchange
4h 17m
Line 572 bus, line 6 bus, line 20 bus
1. Take the bus from Pennine Hotel to Galgate - Stand B572
2. Take the bus from General Store to Bus Station Stand J6
3. Take the bus from Bus Station Stand D to Sunderland Interchange20 / ...
4h 30m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 88.5 mi
Duration: 3h 21m

What companies run services between Kirkby Stephen, England and Sunderland, England?

You can take a vehicle from Kirkby Stephen to Sunderland via Kirkby Stephen and Carlisle in around 3h 49m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Pennine Hotel to Sunderland Interchange via Galgate - Commercial Hotel, Town Hall, Tubwell Row, and Bus Station Stand 11 in around 4h 17m.

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