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

The cheapest way to get from Tynemouth to Sunderland is to bus which costs £2 - £3 and takes 40 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Tynemouth to Sunderland is to taxi which takes 22 min and costs £30 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Tynemouth and Sunderland?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Sea Road-Pier Parade and arriving at Fawcett Street. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 40 min.

Is there a direct train between Tynemouth and Sunderland?

No, there is no direct train from Tynemouth to Sunderland. However, there are services departing from Tynemouth and arriving at Sunderland via Pelaw. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 10m.

How far is it from Tynemouth to Sunderland?

The distance between Tynemouth and Sunderland is 9 miles. The road distance is 13.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Tynemouth to Sunderland without a car is to bus which takes 40 min and costs £2 - £3.

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

The bus from Sea Road-Pier Parade to Fawcett Street takes 40 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Tynemouth to Sunderland bus from?

Tynemouth to Sunderland bus services, operated by Stagecoach North East, depart from Sea Road-Pier Parade station.

Where do I catch the Tynemouth to Sunderland train from?

Tynemouth to Sunderland train services, operated by Nexus Metro, depart from Tynemouth station.

Where does the Tynemouth to Sunderland bus arrive?

Tynemouth to Sunderland bus services, operated by Stagecoach North East, arrive at Fawcett Street station.

Where does the Tynemouth to Sunderland train arrive?

Tynemouth to Sunderland train services, operated by Nexus Metro, arrive at Pelaw station.

Can I drive from Tynemouth to Sunderland?

Yes, the driving distance between Tynemouth to Sunderland is 13 miles. It takes approximately 22 min to drive from Tynemouth to Sunderland.

Where can I stay near Sunderland?

There are 1741+ hotels available in Sunderland.

Tynemouth to Sunderland - 5 ways to travel via bus, subway, taxi, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Tynemouth to Sunderland by bus, subway, taxi, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Sea Road-Pier Parade to Fawcett StreetE1
40 min
£2–3
Subway
1. Take the subway from Tynemouth to PelawYel
2. Take the subway from Pelaw to SunderlandGrn
1h 10m
£2–3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Tynemouth to Sunderland13.1 mi
22 min
£30–40
Drive 13.1 mi
1. Drive from Tynemouth to Sunderland13.1 mi
22 min
£4–5
Subway, bus
1. Take the subway from Tynemouth to South ShieldsYel
2. Take the bus from Interchange Stand F to John Street24
1h 38m
£4–6

Tynemouth to Sunderland by bus

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Distance: 9.3 mi
Duration: 40 min

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

Stagecoach North East operates a bus from Sea Road-Pier Parade to Fawcett Street hourly. Tickets cost £2–3 and the journey takes 40 min. Alternatively, you can take a subway from Tynemouth to Sunderland via Pelaw in around 1h 10m.

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