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

The cheapest way to get from Leith to Sunderland is to bus which costs £8 - £19 and takes 3h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leith to Sunderland is to train and subway which takes 1h 54m and costs £7 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Leith and Sunderland?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Edinburgh, Bus Station station and arriving at Sunderland Interchange. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Leith and Sunderland?

No, there is no direct train from Leith to Sunderland. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Sunderland via Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 54m.

How far is it from Leith to Sunderland?

The distance between Leith and Sunderland is 136 miles. The road distance is 117.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Leith to Sunderland without a car is to train and subway which takes 1h 54m and costs £7 - £85.

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

It takes approximately 1h 54m to get from Leith to Sunderland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leith to Sunderland bus from?

Leith to Sunderland bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Edinburgh, Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Leith to Sunderland train from?

Leith to Sunderland train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Edinburgh Waverley station.

Where does the Leith to Sunderland bus arrive?

Leith to Sunderland bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Sunderland Interchange station.

Where does the Leith to Sunderland train arrive?

Leith to Sunderland train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at Newcastle station.

Can I drive from Leith to Sunderland?

Yes, the driving distance between Leith to Sunderland is 118 miles. It takes approximately 2h 34m to drive from Leith to Sunderland.

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

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

Book your Leith to Sunderland bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Sunderland?

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Leith to Sunderland - 4 ways to travel via train, subway, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Leith to Sunderland by train, subway, bus, 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.

Train, subway
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to NewcastleEdinburgh - London Kings Cross / ...
2. Take the subway from Central Station to SunderlandGrn
1h 54m
£8–81
Bus
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Sunderland InterchangeUkn10 / ...
3h 5m
£8–19
Drive 117.2 mi
1. Drive from Leith to Sunderland117.2 mi
2h 34m
£30–43
Bus via Newcastle Coach Station
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Newcastle Coach Station598 / ...
3h 9m
£15–26

Leith to Sunderland by bus

156Weekly Buses

3h 5mAverage Duration

£8Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 135.1 mi
Duration: 1h 54m

What companies run services between Leith, Scotland and Sunderland, England?

FlixBus operates a bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Sunderland Interchange hourly. Tickets cost £8–19 and the journey takes 3h 5m.

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