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 via Peterlee Bus Station Stand D which costs £2 - £3 and takes 1h 31m.

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 station to Sunderland. However, there are services departing from Stockton Rail Station and arriving at Sunderland Interchange via Bus Station Stand 11. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 23m.

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 38 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 38 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 38 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 Stockton Rail 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 38 min and costs £5 - £13. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £6 - £15 and takes 1h 23m.

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 / ...
38 min
£5–13
Bus via Peterlee Bus Station Stand D
cheapest
1. Take the bus from High Street Stand T to Peterlee Bus Station Stand AX10
2. Take the bus from Peterlee Bus Station Stand D to Sunderland InterchangeX6
1h 31m
£2–3
Bus
1. Take the bus from Stockton Rail Station to Bus Station Stand 1159
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stand 11 to Sunderland InterchangeUkn10
1h 23m
£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

Stockton-on-Tees to Sunderland by train

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Distance: 28.9 mi
Duration: 38 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 38 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Stockton Rail Station to Sunderland Interchange via Bus Station Stand 11 in around 1h 23m.

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