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 fastest way to get from Middlesbrough to Sunderland is to drive which takes 32 min and costs £6 - £10.

Is there a direct bus between Middlesbrough and Sunderland?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bus Station Stand 11 station and arriving at Interchange. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 40 min.

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, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 58 min.

How far is it from Middlesbrough to Sunderland?

The distance between Middlesbrough and Sunderland is 28 miles. The road distance is 28.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Middlesbrough to Sunderland without a car is to bus which takes 40 min and costs £3 - £13.

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

The bus from Bus Station Stand 11 to Interchange takes 40 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Middlesbrough to Sunderland bus from?

Middlesbrough to Sunderland bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bus Station Stand 11.

Where do I catch the Middlesbrough to Sunderland train from?

Middlesbrough to Sunderland train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Middlesbrough station.

Train or bus from Middlesbrough to Sunderland?

The best way to get from Middlesbrough to Sunderland is to bus which takes 40 min and costs £3 - £13. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £13 - £25 and takes 58 min.

Where does the Middlesbrough to Sunderland bus arrive?

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

Where does the Middlesbrough to Sunderland train arrive?

Middlesbrough to Sunderland train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Sunderland station.

Can I drive from Middlesbrough to Sunderland?

Yes, the driving distance between Middlesbrough to Sunderland is 28 miles. It takes approximately 32 min to drive from Middlesbrough to Sunderland.

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

Book your Middlesbrough to Sunderland train tickets online with Omio.

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

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

Where can I stay near Sunderland?

There are 1955+ hotels available in Sunderland.

Can I share a ride from Middlesbrough to Sunderland?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Middlesbrough and Sunderland. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Middlesbrough to Sunderland - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and rideshare

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There are 5 ways to get from Middlesbrough to Sunderland by bus, train, rideshare, car, or taxi

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Bus Station Stand 11 to Interchangebus Ukn10
40 min
£3–13
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Middlesbrough to Sunderlandrideshare 28.2 mi
50 min
£2
Train
1. Take the train from Middlesbrough to Sunderlandtrain Nunthorpe - Newcastle / ...
58 min
£13–25
Drive 28.1 mi
1. Drive from Middlesbrough to Sunderlandcar 28.1 mi
32 min
£7–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Middlesbrough to Sunderlandtaxi 28.1 mi
32 min
£60–75

Middlesbrough to Sunderland by bus

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Distance: 27.4 mi
Duration: 40 min

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

FlixBus operates a bus from Bus Station Stand 11 to Interchange hourly. Tickets cost £3–5 and the journey takes 40 min. National Express also services this route every 3 hours. Alternatively, Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Middlesbrough to Sunderland hourly. Tickets cost £13–25 and the journey takes 58 min.

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