There are 6 ways to get from Middlesbrough to Sunderland by bus, train, taxi, car or rideshare
Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2rio's travel planner.
What companies run services between Middlesbrough, England and Sunderland, England?
National Express operates a bus from Middlesbrough to Sunderland every 3 hours. Tickets cost $7 - $11 and the journey takes 40 min. Alternatively, Northern Rail operates a train from Middlesbrough to Sunderland hourly. Tickets cost $12 - $19 and the journey takes 54 min.

- Website
- northernrailway.co.uk
Train from Middlesbrough to Sunderland
- Ave. Duration
- 54 min
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- $12 - $19
- Website
- northernrailway.co.uk

- Phone
- +44 08717 818178
- Website
- nationalexpress.com
Bus from Middlesbrough to Sunderland
- Ave. Duration
- 40 min
- Frequency
- Every 3 hours
- Estimated price
- $7 - $11
- Website
- nationalexpress.com

- Phone
- 0191 420 50 50
- Website
- simplygo.com
Bus from Middlesbrough, Bus Station Stand 18 to Dalton Park Flats (Retail park bus turning circle)
- Ave. Duration
- 46 min
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- $4 - $5
- Schedules at
- simplygo.com
Bus from Dalton Park Flats (Retail park bus turning circle) to Sunderland, Fawcett Street (Outside Tourist Information)
- Ave. Duration
- 32 min
- Frequency
- Every 15 minutes
- Estimated price
- $1
- Schedules at
- simplygo.com

- Website
- blablacar.com
Rideshare from Middlesbrough to Sunderland
- Ave. Duration
- 50 min
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- $3
- Book at
- blablacar.co.uk
- Ave. Duration
- 32 min
- Estimated price
- $110 - $140
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Questions & Answers
How far is it from Middlesbrough to Sunderland?
The distance between Middlesbrough and Sunderland is 38 km. The road distance is 46 km.
What is the cheapest way to get from Middlesbrough to Sunderland?
The cheapest way to get from Middlesbrough to Sunderland is to rideshare which costs £2 and takes 50 min.
What is the fastest way to get from Middlesbrough to Sunderland?
The quickest way to get from Middlesbrough to Sunderland is to taxi which takes 32 min and costs £75 - £95.
Is there a direct train between Middlesbrough and Sunderland?
Yes, there is a direct train departing from Middlesbrough and arriving at Sunderland. Services depart hourly. The journey takes approximately 54 min.
Is there a direct bus between Middlesbrough and Sunderland?
Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Middlesbrough and arriving at Sunderland. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 40 min.
How long does it take to get from Middlesbrough to Sunderland?
The bus from Middlesbrough to Sunderland takes 40 min including transfers and departs every three hours.