What is the cheapest way to get from Stockton-on-Tees to Sunderland?

The cheapest way to get from Stockton-on-Tees to Sunderland is to bus and line 22 bus which costs £5 - £6 and takes 1h 38m.

What is the fastest way to get from Stockton-on-Tees to Sunderland?

The fastest way to get from Stockton-on-Tees to Sunderland is to drive which takes 31 min and costs £6 - £10.

Is there a direct bus between Stockton-on-Tees and Sunderland?

No, there is no direct bus from Stockton-on-Tees to Sunderland. However, there are services departing from High Street Stand D and arriving at Sunderland Interchange via Bus Station Stand 11. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Stockton-on-Tees and Sunderland?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Stockton and arriving at Sunderland. Services depart every two hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 40 min.

How far is it from Stockton-on-Tees to Sunderland?

The distance between Stockton-on-Tees and Sunderland is 29 miles. The road distance is 26.5 miles.

How do I travel from Stockton-on-Tees to Sunderland without a car?

The best way to get from Stockton-on-Tees to Sunderland without a car is to train which takes 40 min and costs £5 - £13.

How long does it take to get from Stockton-on-Tees to Sunderland?

The train from Stockton to Sunderland takes 40 min including transfers and departs every two hours.

Where do I catch the Stockton-on-Tees to Sunderland bus from?

Stockton-on-Tees to Sunderland bus services, operated by Stagecoach North East, depart from High Street Stand D station.

Where do I catch the Stockton-on-Tees to Sunderland train from?

Stockton-on-Tees to Sunderland train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Stockton station.

Train or bus from Stockton-on-Tees to Sunderland?

The best way to get from Stockton-on-Tees to Sunderland is to train which takes 40 min and costs £5 - £13. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £6 - £15 and takes 1h 27m.

Where does the Stockton-on-Tees to Sunderland bus arrive?

Stockton-on-Tees to Sunderland bus services, operated by Stagecoach North East, arrive at Bus Station Stand 11.

Where does the Stockton-on-Tees to Sunderland train arrive?

Stockton-on-Tees to Sunderland train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Sunderland station.

Can I drive from Stockton-on-Tees to Sunderland?

Yes, the driving distance between Stockton-on-Tees to Sunderland is 27 miles. It takes approximately 31 min to drive from Stockton-on-Tees to Sunderland.

How do I get a train ticket from Stockton-on-Tees to Sunderland?

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Stockton-on-Tees to Sunderland - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Stockton-on-Tees to Sunderland by train, bus, car, or taxi

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Stockton to SunderlandMiddlesbrough - Carlisle / ...
40 min
£5–13
Bus
1. Take the bus from High Street Stand D to Bus Station Stand 1159 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stand 11 to Sunderland InterchangeUkn10
1h 27m
£6–15
Drive 26.4 mi
1. Drive from Stockton-on-Tees to Sunderland26.4 mi
31 min
£7–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Stockton-on-Tees to Sunderland26.4 mi
31 min
£55–70
Bus, line 22 bus
1. Take the bus from High Street Stand T to Peterlee Bus Station Stand AX10
2. Take the bus from Peterlee Bus Station Stand E to Sunderland Interchange22
1h 38m
£6

Stockton-on-Tees to Sunderland by train

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Distance: 28.9 mi
Duration: 40 min

What companies run services between Stockton-on-Tees, England and Sunderland, England?

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Stockton to Sunderland every 2 hours. Tickets cost £5–13 and the journey takes 40 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from High Street Stand D to Sunderland Interchange via Bus Station Stand 11 in around 1h 27m.

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