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

The cheapest way to get from Scotland to Sunderland is to bus which costs £7 - £20 and takes 4h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Scotland to Sunderland is to drive which takes 2h 57m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Scotland and Sunderland?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Buchanan Bus Station station and arriving at Sunderland Interchange. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Scotland and Sunderland?

No, there is no direct train from Scotland to Sunderland. However, there are services departing from Glasgow Queen Street and arriving at Sunderland via Edinburgh Waverley and Newcastle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 7m.

How far is it from Scotland to Sunderland?

The distance between Scotland and Sunderland is 183 miles. The road distance is 163.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Scotland to Sunderland without a car is to train via Edinburgh which takes 3h 7m and costs £27 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 3h 7m to get from Scotland to Sunderland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Scotland to Sunderland bus from?

Scotland to Sunderland bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Buchanan Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Scotland to Sunderland train from?

Scotland to Sunderland train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Glasgow Queen Street station.

Train or bus from Scotland to Sunderland?

The best way to get from Scotland to Sunderland is to train via Edinburgh which takes 3h 7m and costs £27 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £7 - £20 and takes 4h 35m.

Where does the Scotland to Sunderland bus arrive?

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

Where does the Scotland to Sunderland train arrive?

Scotland to Sunderland train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from Scotland to Sunderland?

Yes, the driving distance between Scotland to Sunderland is 163 miles. It takes approximately 2h 57m to drive from Scotland to Sunderland.

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

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

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

Where can I stay near Sunderland?

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Scotland to Sunderland - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Scotland to Sunderland by train, bus, or car

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Train via Edinburgh
best
1. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh WaverleyGlasgow Queen Street - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to NewcastleEdinburgh - London Kings Cross / ...
3h 7m
£28–160
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Sunderland InterchangeUkn10 / ...
4h 35m
£7–20
Drive 162.5 mi
1. Drive from Glasgow to Sunderland162.5 mi
2h 57m
£40–58
Train
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to NewcastleGlasgow Central - Plymouth / ...
3h 27m
£36–83
Train via Carlisle
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to CarlisleGlasgow Central - Rugby / ...
2. Take the train from Carlisle to SunderlandCarlisle - Middlesbrough / ...
4h 1m
£25–103

Scotland to Sunderland by train

196Weekly Trains

3h 7mAverage Duration

£28Cheapest Price

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Distance: 181.7 mi
Duration: 3h 7m

What companies run services between Scotland and Sunderland, England?

You can take a train from Glasgow Queen Street to Sunderland via Edinburgh Waverley and Newcastle in around 3h 7m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Sunderland Interchange hourly. Tickets cost £7–20 and the journey takes 4h 35m.

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