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

The cheapest way to get from Methil to Sunderland is to bus which costs £15 - £30 and takes 4h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Methil to Sunderland is to drive which takes 3h 12m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Methil and Sunderland?

No, there is no direct bus from Methil to Sunderland. However, there are services departing from South Grove and arriving at Sunderland Interchange via Park & Ride and Edinburgh, Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 58m.

How far is it from Methil to Sunderland?

The distance between Methil and Sunderland is 170 miles. The road distance is 154.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Methil to Sunderland without a car is to train which takes 3h 36m and costs £15 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 3h 36m to get from Methil to Sunderland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Methil to Sunderland bus from?

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

Train or bus from Methil to Sunderland?

The best way to get from Methil to Sunderland is to train which takes 3h 36m and costs £15 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £15 - £30 and takes 4h 58m.

Where does the Methil to Sunderland bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Methil to Sunderland?

Yes, the driving distance between Methil to Sunderland is 155 miles. It takes approximately 3h 12m to drive from Methil to Sunderland.

Where can I stay near Sunderland?

There are 1752+ hotels available in Sunderland.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Methil to Sunderland by train, 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
best
1. Take the train from Kirkcaldy to Edinburgh WaverleyDundee - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to NewcastleEdinburgh - London Kings Cross / ...
3h 36m
£16–163
Bus
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Sunderland InterchangeUkn10 / ...
4h 58m
£16–30
Drive 154 mi
1. Drive from Methil to Sunderland154 mi
3h 12m
£39–56
Bus via Newcastle Coach Station
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus StationX58
2. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Newcastle Coach Station598 / ...
5h 47m
£22–37

Methil to Sunderland by bus, foot, train, and subway

297Weekly Services

3h 36mAverage Duration

£16Cheapest Price

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Distance: 169.4 mi
Duration: 3h 36m

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

You can take a bus from Ex-Servicemen's Club to Sunderland via Bus Station, Kirkcaldy, Edinburgh Waverley, Newcastle, and Central Station in around 3h 36m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Sunderland Interchange every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £8–18 and the journey takes 3h 5m.

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