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

The cheapest way to get from Sunderland to Keele is to bus which costs £14 - £26 and takes 5h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sunderland to Keele is to drive which takes 3h 22m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Sunderland and Keele?

No, there is no direct bus from Sunderland to Keele. However, there are services departing from Sunderland Interchange and arriving at M6 Keele Services Southbound via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 30m.

How far is it from Sunderland to Keele?

The distance between Sunderland and Keele is 205 miles. The road distance is 169.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Sunderland to Keele without a car is to train via York which takes 4h 57m and costs £45 - £230.

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

It takes approximately 4h 57m to get from Sunderland to Keele, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sunderland to Keele bus from?

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

Train or bus from Sunderland to Keele?

The best way to get from Sunderland to Keele is to train via York which takes 4h 57m and costs £45 - £230. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £14 - £26 and takes 5h 30m.

Where does the Sunderland to Keele bus arrive?

Sunderland to Keele bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange station.

Can I drive from Sunderland to Keele?

Yes, the driving distance between Sunderland to Keele is 169 miles. It takes approximately 3h 22m to drive from Sunderland to Keele.

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

Book your Sunderland to Keele bus tickets online with FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Keele?

There are 988+ hotels available in Keele.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Sunderland to Keele 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 via York
best
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Yorktrain
2. Take the train from York to Manchester Piccadillytrain
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Stoke-on-Trenttrain
4h 57m
£45–221
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sunderland Interchange to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus Uk073
2. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to M6 Keele Services Southboundbus Uk023
5h 30m
£14–26
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Interchange to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 172
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Stoke-on-Trenttrain Manchester Piccadilly - London Euston / ...
5h 7m
£30–96
Drive 168.1 mi
1. Drive from Sunderland to Keelecar 168.1 mi
3h 22m
£41–60
Train
1. Take the train from Sunderland to Thornabytrain
2. Take the train from Thornaby to Manchester Piccadillytrain
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Stoke-on-Trenttrain
5h 35m
£37–134

Sunderland to Keele by train and bus

213Weekly Services

4h 57mAverage Duration

£45Cheapest Price

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Distance: 204.3 mi
Duration: 4h 57m

What companies run services between Sunderland, England and Keele, England?

You can take a train from Sunderland to Sneyd Arms PH via Newcastle, York, Manchester Piccadilly, Stoke-on-Trent, and Stoke-on-Trent rail station in around 4h 57m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sunderland Interchange to M6 Keele Services Southbound via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange in around 5h 30m.

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