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

The cheapest way to get from Liverpool to Sunderland is to bus which costs £16 - £55 and takes 5h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Liverpool to Sunderland is to drive which takes 3h 1m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Liverpool and Sunderland?

No, there is no direct bus from Liverpool to Sunderland. However, there are services departing from Liverpool, Liverpool One and arriving at Sunderland Interchange via Manchester Central Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 55m.

How far is it from Liverpool to Sunderland?

The distance between Liverpool and Sunderland is 181 miles. The road distance is 149.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Liverpool to Sunderland without a car is to train and line 20 bus which takes 3h 43m and costs £30 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 3h 43m to get from Liverpool to Sunderland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Liverpool to Sunderland bus from?

Liverpool to Sunderland bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Liverpool, Liverpool One station.

Bus or fly from Liverpool to Sunderland?

The best way to get from Liverpool to Sunderland is to bus which takes 5h 55m and costs £16 - £55. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs £55 - £180 and takes 5h 28m.

Where does the Liverpool to Sunderland bus arrive?

Liverpool to Sunderland bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Central Coach Station.

Can I drive from Liverpool to Sunderland?

Yes, the driving distance between Liverpool to Sunderland is 149 miles. It takes approximately 3h 1m to drive from Liverpool to Sunderland.

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

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Where can I stay near Sunderland?

There are 1791+ hotels available in Sunderland.

Liverpool to Sunderland - 4 ways to travel via train, line 20 bus, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Liverpool to Sunderland by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train, line 20 bus
best
1. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Durhamtrain Liverpool Lime Street - Newcastle
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stand D to Sunderland Interchangebus 20 / ...
3h 43m
£35–122
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Liverpool, Liverpool One to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 170 / ...
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Sunderland Interchangebus 172
5h 55m
£17–54
Drive 148.6 mi
1. Drive from Liverpool to Sunderlandcar 148.6 mi
3h 1m
£37–53
Fly
1. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to Newcastle (NCL)plane LPL - NCL
5h 28m
£55–178

Liverpool to Sunderland by train and bus

121Weekly Services

3h 43mAverage Duration

£35Cheapest Price

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Distance: 179.9 mi
Duration: 3h 43m

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

You can take a bus from Liverpool, Liverpool One to Sunderland Interchange via Manchester Central Coach Station in around 5h 55m. Alternatively, easyJet, Ryanair, and two other airlines fly from Liverpool (LPL) to Newcastle (NCL) twice daily.

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