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

The cheapest way to get from Nottingham to Sunderland is to bus which costs £30 - £75 and takes 4h 5m.

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 41m 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 Interchange. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. 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 £60 - £100.

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 £60 - £100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £75 and takes 4h 5m.

Where does the Nottingham to Sunderland bus arrive?

Nottingham to Sunderland bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at 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 41m 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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Where can I stay near Sunderland?

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Nottingham to Sunderland - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car

There are 5 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 Newcastletrain London Kings Cross - Newcastle / ...
3h 55m
£60–96
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Broad Marsh Bus Station to Interchangebus 133
4h 5m
£30–75
Drive 149.5 mi
1. Drive from Nottingham to Sunderlandcar 149.5 mi
2h 41m
£37–54
Train, line 20 bus
1. Take the train from Derby to Durhamtrain Reading - Newcastle / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stand D to Interchangebus 20 / ...
4h 13m
Train via Leeds
1. Take the train from Nottingham to Leedstrain
2. Take the train from Leeds to Thornabytrain
3. Take the train from Thornaby to Sunderlandtrain
5h 10m
£66–122

Nottingham to Sunderland by train

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3h 55mAverage Duration

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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 £45–70 and the journey takes 1h 54m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Broad Marsh Bus Station to Interchange once daily. Tickets cost £30–75 and the journey takes 4h 5m.

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