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 £11 - £23 and takes 5h 10m.

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?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Liverpool, Liverpool One and arriving at Sunderland Interchange. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 10m.

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 .

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 FlixBus, 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 10m and costs £11 - £23. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs £50 - £170 and takes 5h.

Where does the Liverpool to Sunderland bus arrive?

Liverpool to Sunderland bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Sunderland Interchange 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?

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

Where can I stay near Sunderland?

There are 1811+ hotels available in Sunderland.

Liverpool to Sunderland - 5 ways to travel via train, line 20 bus, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Liverpool to Sunderland by train, bus, car, or plane

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

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 Interchangebus 20 / ...
3h 43m
Bus via Leeds
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Liverpool, Liverpool One to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus 170 / ...
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Interchangebus 133 / ...
5h 33m
£8–48
Bus
1. Take the bus from Liverpool, Liverpool One to Sunderland Interchangebus Uk930
5h 10m
£11–23
Drive 148.6 mi
1. Drive from Liverpool to Sunderlandcar 148.6 mi
3h 1m
£36–52
Fly
1. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to Newcastle (NCL)plane LPL - NCL
5h
£53–168

Liverpool (LPL) to Newcastle (NCL) flights

10Weekly Planes

3h 27mAverage Duration

£28Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Liverpool to Sunderland.

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Distance: 179.9 mi
Duration: 3h 43m

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

FlixBus operates a bus from Liverpool, Liverpool One to Sunderland Interchange once daily. Tickets cost £11–23 and the journey takes 5h 10m. Alternatively, easyJet, Ryanair, and two other airlines fly from Liverpool (LPL) to Newcastle (NCL) once daily.

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