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Routes28
Trips per day116
bus lines3
Stations1

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About Sunderland

The city of Sunderland is mainly known for its football team; however, the city is home to a rich history beyond the pitch. The port city was only officially granted city status in 1992, but there are records of settlements in the area as early as the year 674.

Besides its football team, Sunderland's shipbuilding prowess also put it on the map, such that in the 19th century, the city was hailed the "shipbuilding capital of the world." Many of the shipyards are still visible if you were to take a relaxing stroll along the idyllic river Wear. As well as ships, Sunderland was also a large producer of glass, and it was the first place in England to produce stained glass windows. The National Glass Centre remains a popular place to visit, with its exhibitions and educational programs making it a great place to spend a creative afternoon.

Sunderland is easily accessible via train or bus, with National Express, Megabus, and FlixBus providing stops within the city. The Durham Coast Line provides train access from Newcastle and Middlesborough, among other regional stops around the North East of England. For international travelers heading to Sunderland, the city is conveniently only 27 miles from Newcastle International Airport and 37 miles from Teesside International Airport.

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A modern circular glass structure, the Sunderland Transport Interchange is also known as Park Lane Interchange, named for its Park Lane location just south of the city center. It contains 21 bus bays and is a stop on the Green Line of the Tyne and Wear Metro with connections to Newcastle Upon Tyne. Facilities include public restrooms, a convenience store, and ATM. National Express and Megabus provide service across the UK to this station.

Popular bus stations in Sunderland:

  • Park Lane Subway Station

What bus companies travel to Sunderland, United Kingdom?

Located in United Kingdom, Sunderland is accessible by bus from 28 other cities. You can choose from 116 daily scheduled trips when you search for buses to Sunderland on Wanderu. Megabus usually has the most buses on any given day.

Looking for other ways to get there? Train tickets to Sunderland are also available..

Bus companies serving Sunderland

BusRoutesAvg. TimeAvg. Price
National Express805h 30m$35.31
Megabus316h 23m$55.46
FlixBus277h 6m$36.29
  • National Express is probably the UK's best-known bus company, offering intercity services to London, Manchester, Southampton, and Edinburgh. Onboard the single and double-decker vehicles, travelers enjoy a good amount of legroom – roomier than airlines have in coach class – alongside WiFi, restrooms, and air conditioning.

  • Founded in 2003, Megabus UK was created to provide travelers with greener, more straightforward and smarter travel. The carrier has routes all across the United Kingdom in England, Scotland, and Wales. The Megabus UK fleet, easily distinguishable by its dark blue and yellow colors, has free Wi-Fi, outlets and charging ports, onboard restrooms, and 20 kg luggage allowances on each bus.

  • First launched in Germany in 2013, FlixBus has become one of the largest intercity bus companies in Europe. Its fleet travels through nearly every country in Europe. On your trip, you'll enjoy Wi-Fi and live GPS, as well as restrooms, air conditioning, and power outlets.

Frequently Asked Questions

$5.49 is the cheapest price for a bus ticket to Sunderland, according to recent searches on Wanderu. You can use our search to check if this price is currently available on buses from your city to Sunderland. In the last month, buses from Middlesbrough to Sunderland had the lowest average price at $10.03.

The main bus station in Sunderland is Park Lane Subway Station. As the busiest station, it has the most bus arrivals, although some buses may make other stops in and around Sunderland.

The closest airport to Sunderland is Newcastle Intl Airport (NCL), it is located 15.4 miles from the city center of Sunderland.
Sunderland is the most popular bus destination in Sunderland. It also ranks number 284 in United Kingdom. Sunderland has the most bus connections in the region. There are 75 bus schedules arriving in Sunderland each day.
The population of Sunderland is 335415. Sunderland ranks number 1 in terms of population in Sunderland and number 84 in all of United Kingdom.
Bus tickets to Sunderland range from $5 for a short trip to Sunderland, while a 60 to 200 mile bus trip to Sunderland starts at , and a longer trip by bus to Sunderland can be as cheap as . Looking to travel across state or province lines? A trip from out of your region will be as low as $5.
The closest bus station to the city center of Sunderland is Park Lane Subway Station, located just 0.3 miles away. Select Park Lane Subway Station as your arrival if your plans call for exploring the downtown area of Sunderland. Search on Wanderu and in the search results you can filter travel options by arriving or departing station.

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