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London to Sunderland by bus

The journey from London to Sunderland by bus is 387.24 km and takes 7 hrs 32 mins. There are 35 connections per day, with the first departure at 12:40 am and the last at 11:59 pm. It is possible to travel from London to Sunderland by bus for as little as RM 99.88 or as much as RM 263.83. The best price for this journey is RM 99.88.

Lowest Price RM 99.88
Journey Duration 7 hrs 32 mins
Connection per Day 35
Lowest Price RM 99.88
Highest Price RM 263.83
First Departure 12:40 am
Last Departure 11:59 pm
Distance 387.24 km
Departure London
Arrival Sunderland
Carriers FlixBus, National Express

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Best time to book cheap bus tickets from London to Sunderland

The cheapest London - Sunderland bus tickets can be found for as low as RM 56.98 if you’re lucky, or RM 87.94 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as RM 165.17.

Find the best day to travel to Sunderland by bus

When travelling to Sunderland by bus, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!

Services on board FlixBus and National Express from London to Sunderland
Compare services on board when travelling from London to Sunderland by bus.
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London to Sunderland CO2 Emissions by Bus

Ecology
Train
27.11kg
Bus
29.04kg
Flight
77.45kg
Car
61.96kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a bus ticket from London to Sunderland?
A bus ticket from London to Sunderland is RM 161.87. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as RM 99.88.
What's the cheapest bus ticket from London to Sunderland?
The cheapest ticket you can get from London to Sunderland is RM 99.88. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between London and Sunderland by bus?
London to Sunderland is 387.24 km.
How long does the bus between London and Sunderland take?
London to Sunderland is on average 7 hrs 32 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 5 hrs 15 mins.
Which companies operate from London to Sunderland?
The bus journey from London to Sunderland is covered by 1 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: FlixBus and National Express.
How many bus connections per day go from London to Sunderland?
London to Sunderland has 35 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first bus from London to Sunderland leave?
The earliest bus from London to Sunderland departs at 12:40 am. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last bus from London to Sunderland depart?
The latest bus from London to Sunderland departs at 11:59 pm. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from London to Sunderland in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest bus ticket we have found is RM 99.88 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
How many direct connections depart from London to Sunderland?
There are on average 22 direct connection(s) from London to go to Sunderland.
What's the fastest journey time between London to Sunderland by bus?
The fastest journey time by bus between London and Sunderland is 5 hrs 15 mins.
Is there a direct bus from London to Sunderland?
Yes, there is a direct bus between London and Sunderland.
What are the CO2 emissions for London to Sunderland by bus?
The bus journey from London to Sunderland creates 29.04kg of CO2 emissions.

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