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

The cheapest way to get from Nottingham to Sunderland is to bus via Leeds which costs £14 - £30 and takes 4h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Nottingham to Sunderland is to drive which takes 2h 39m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Nottingham and Sunderland?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Broad Marsh Bus Station station and arriving at Sunderland Interchange. Services depart once daily, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 4h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Nottingham and Sunderland?

No, there is no direct train from Nottingham to Sunderland. However, there are services departing from Nottingham and arriving at Sunderland via Grantham and Newcastle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 55m.

How far is it from Nottingham to Sunderland?

The distance between Nottingham and Sunderland is 198 miles. The road distance is 150.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Nottingham to Sunderland without a car is to train which takes 3h 55m and costs £40 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 3h 55m to get from Nottingham to Sunderland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nottingham to Sunderland bus from?

Nottingham to Sunderland bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Broad Marsh Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Nottingham to Sunderland train from?

Nottingham to Sunderland train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Grantham station.

Train or bus from Nottingham to Sunderland?

The best way to get from Nottingham to Sunderland is to train which takes 3h 55m and costs £40 - £95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £20 - £50 and takes 4h 5m.

Where does the Nottingham to Sunderland bus arrive?

Nottingham to Sunderland bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Sunderland Interchange station.

Where does the Nottingham to Sunderland train arrive?

Nottingham to Sunderland train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at Newcastle station.

Can I drive from Nottingham to Sunderland?

Yes, the driving distance between Nottingham to Sunderland is 150 miles. It takes approximately 2h 39m to drive from Nottingham to Sunderland.

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

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

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Nottingham to Sunderland - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Nottingham to Sunderland by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Grantham to NewcastleLondon Kings Cross - Newcastle / ...
3h 55m
£40–91
Bus via Leeds
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Broad Marsh Bus Station to Leeds City Bus StationUkn11
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Sunderland InterchangeUk073 / ...
4h 12m
£14–30
Bus
1. Take the bus from Broad Marsh Bus Station to Sunderland Interchange133
4h 5m
£20–50
Drive 149.5 mi
1. Drive from Nottingham to Sunderland149.5 mi
2h 39m
£37–53
Bus via Monument
1. Take the bus from Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station to Newcastle-Upon-TyneUkn11
4h 26m
£15–40
Train via Leeds
1. Take the train from Nottingham to Leeds
2. Take the train from Leeds to Middlesbrough
3. Take the train from Middlesbrough to Sunderland
5h 22m
£37–134

Nottingham to Sunderland by train

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Distance: 196.5 mi
Duration: 3h 55m

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

London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) operates a train from Grantham to Newcastle hourly. Tickets cost £30–70 and the journey takes 1h 54m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Broad Marsh Bus Station to Sunderland Interchange once daily. Tickets cost £20–50 and the journey takes 4h 5m.

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