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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Middlesbrough to Sunderland
Cheapest price
£8
Average price
£8
Fastest journey
40 m
Average duration
40 m
Buses per day
8
Distance
38 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Middlesbrough to Sunderland is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Middlesbrough to Sunderland will cost around £8 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £8.
Of the 8 buses that leave Middlesbrough for Sunderland every day 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 38 km distance in an average of 40 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 40 m .
The slowest buses will take 40 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Middlesbrough to Sunderland
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Middlesbrough to Sunderland among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £2. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 54m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £2, and a coach costs an average of £5.
Distance: 38 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£7 Average Price | £6 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 24m Average total duration Fastest 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 28m Average total duration 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Middlesbrough to Sunderland bus times
The table below shows live departures for Middlesbrough to Sunderland coaches for today, Sunday 14 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 20:50 Middlesbrough | 0h40 | 21:30 Sunderland | 0 changesdirect | |
| 21:35 Middlesbrough | 0h40 | 22:15 Sunderland | 0 changesdirect | |
| Monday 15 December | |||||
| NX172 | 03:00 Middlesbrough, Bus Station | 0h40 | 03:40 Sunderland, Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Middlesbrough to Sunderland
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Buses from Middlesbrough to Sunderland run on average 7 times per day, taking around 54m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £5 but you can travel from only £2 by train.
There are 7 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 02:30, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 38 km distance in 40m.
Distance 38 km |
Average bus duration 54m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 7 |
Fastest bus 40m |
First bus 02:30 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: National Express, Megabus, Go North East, FlixBus from Middlesbrough to SunderlandYou can travel by bus between Middlesbrough to Sunderland with National Express, Megabus, Go North East, FlixBus for as low as £2. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Middlesbrough to Sunderland coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Middlesbrough to Sunderland by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Sunderland, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Middlesbrough, Bus Station, which is located around 0.7 miles (1.2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Sunderland, Interchange, located 0.9 miles (1.5 km) away from the city centre.
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