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

The cheapest way to get from Sunderland to Cumnock is to bus which costs £16 - £35 and takes 6h 27m.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Sunderland and Cumnock?

No, there is no direct bus from Sunderland to Cumnock station. However, there are services departing from Sunderland Interchange and arriving at Cumnock Bus Station via Buchanan Bus Station and Kilmarnock Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 27m.

How far is it from Sunderland to Cumnock?

The distance between Sunderland and Cumnock is 152 miles. The road distance is 143.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Sunderland to Cumnock without a car is to train which takes 4h 32m and costs £35 - £85.

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

It takes approximately 4h 32m to get from Sunderland to Cumnock, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sunderland to Cumnock bus from?

Sunderland to Cumnock bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Sunderland Interchange station.

Train or bus from Sunderland to Cumnock?

The best way to get from Sunderland to Cumnock is to train which takes 4h 32m and costs £35 - £85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £16 - £35 and takes 6h 27m.

Where does the Sunderland to Cumnock bus arrive?

Sunderland to Cumnock bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Can I drive from Sunderland to Cumnock?

Yes, the driving distance between Sunderland to Cumnock is 144 miles. It takes approximately 2h 55m to drive from Sunderland to Cumnock.

Where can I stay near Cumnock?

There are 314+ hotels available in Cumnock.

Sunderland to Cumnock - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Sunderland to Cumnock by train, bus, or car

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 Sunderland to CarlisleMiddlesbrough - Carlisle / ...
2. Take the train from Carlisle to AuchinleckCarlisle - Glasgow Central
4h 32m
£37–85
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sunderland Interchange to Buchanan Bus StationUkn10 / ...
6h 27m
£16–32
Drive 143 mi
1. Drive from Sunderland to Cumnock143 mi
2h 55m
£36–52
Bus via Newcastle Coach Station
1. Take the bus from Newcastle Coach Station to Buchanan Bus Station180 / ...
6h 57m
£24–40

Sunderland to Cumnock by train and bus

44Weekly Services

4h 32mAverage Duration

£37Cheapest Price

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Distance: 151 mi
Duration: 4h 32m

What companies run services between Sunderland, England and Cumnock, Scotland?

You can take a train from Sunderland to Holm via Carlisle, Auchinleck, and Well Road in around 4h 32m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Sunderland Interchange to Buchanan Bus Station hourly. Tickets cost £9–21 and the journey takes 4h 40m.

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