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

The cheapest way to get from Sunderland to Liverpool is to bus which costs £17 - £55 and takes 5h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sunderland to Liverpool is to drive which takes 3h 1m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Sunderland and Liverpool?

No, there is no direct bus from Sunderland to Liverpool. However, there are services departing from Sunderland Interchange and arriving at Liverpool, Liverpool One via Manchester Central Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 25m.

How far is it from Sunderland to Liverpool?

The distance between Sunderland and Liverpool is 182 miles. The road distance is 149.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Sunderland to Liverpool without a car is to line 20 bus and train which takes 4h 23m and costs £26 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 4h 23m to get from Sunderland to Liverpool, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sunderland to Liverpool bus from?

Sunderland to Liverpool bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sunderland Interchange station.

Bus or fly from Sunderland to Liverpool?

The best way to get from Sunderland to Liverpool is to bus which takes 5h 25m and costs £17 - £55. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs £55 - £140 and takes 5h 37m.

Where does the Sunderland to Liverpool bus arrive?

Sunderland to Liverpool bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Central Coach Station.

Can I drive from Sunderland to Liverpool?

Yes, the driving distance between Sunderland to Liverpool is 149 miles. It takes approximately 3h 1m to drive from Sunderland to Liverpool.

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

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Where can I stay near Liverpool?

There are 2128+ hotels available in Liverpool.

Sunderland to Liverpool - 4 ways to travel via train, line 20 bus, bus, and car

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

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Line 20 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Sunderland Interchange to Bus Station Stand Dbus 20 / ...
2. Take the train from Durham to Liverpool Lime Streettrain Newcastle - Liverpool Lime Street
4h 23m
£26–112
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sunderland Interchange to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 172
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Liverpool, Liverpool Onebus 171 / ...
5h 25m
£18–54
Drive 148.6 mi
1. Drive from Sunderland to Liverpoolcar 148.6 mi
3h 1m
£37–53
Fly
1. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Liverpool (LPL)plane NCL - LPL
5h 37m
£56–137

Sunderland to Liverpool by bus and train

121Weekly Services

4h 23mAverage Duration

£26Cheapest Price

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Distance: 181.1 mi
Duration: 4h 23m

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

You can take a bus from Sunderland Interchange to Liverpool, Liverpool One via Manchester Central Coach Station in around 5h 25m. Alternatively, Ryanair, easyJet, and Aer Lingus fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Liverpool (LPL) 3 times a day.

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