Bus from London to Sunderland: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for London to Sunderland on November 28
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
National ExpressBus
    		Victoria Coach Station
    		SUNDERLANDCheapest
    FlixbusBus
    		London Finchley Road (Stop CL)
    		Sunderland Interchange (Park Lane) Bus StopFastest
    National ExpressBus
      		Victoria Coach Station
      		SUNDERLANDNo tags
      FlixbusBus
      		Gatwick Airport (South Terminal)
      		Sunderland Interchange (Park Lane) Bus StopNo tags
      National ExpressBus
        		Victoria Coach Station
        		SUNDERLANDNo tags

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        Compare 3 ways to go from London to Sunderland

        We recommend taking the train

        Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Sunderland. The journey takes about 3 hours 28 minutes, and with fares starting at just $47, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

        3train per day
        3h 28mAverage Duration
        385 kmDistance
        9kgCO₂ emissions
        Bus
        		Average Price$24 - $172Average Duration7h 15m
        10kg CO₂e
        Train
        		Average Price$47 - $447Average Duration3h 28m
        9kg CO₂e
        Carpool
        		Average Price$46 - $92Average Duration5h 30m
        16kg CO₂e

        Frequently asked questions about travelling from London to Sunderland by bus

        Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

        1. How much is the bus ticket from London to Sunderland?

          The cheapest bus tickets from London to Sunderland start from $24. The average price for this route is around $45. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

        2. How long is the bus ride from London to Sunderland?

          The average bus travel time from London to Sunderland is 7h 15m, covering a distance of 388 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 5h 15m and is operated by FlixBus.

        3. Which bus companies service the London to Sunderland route?

          Several major bus companies operate on this route with 22 buses available per day, including services from National Express, FlixBus, Megabus UK, The Airline.

        4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from London to Sunderland?

          The earliest bus departs from London to Sunderland at 12:25am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.

        5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from London to Sunderland?

          A bus trip from London to Sunderland generates an estimated 10 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

        6. What is the best bus company from London to Sunderland?

          According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is The Airline, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 307 reviews.

        7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from London to Sunderland?

          Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company The Airline has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.1.

        8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from London to Sunderland?

          According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is The Airline, with a punctuality rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

        9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from London to Sunderland?

          According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is The Airline, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

        Find cheapest prices for buses

        Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

        Best price found
        11-25
        $49
        11-26
        $53
        Today
        $62
        11-28
        $49
        11-29
        $37
        11-30
        $37
        12-01
        $25
        12-02
        $31
        busbud logoThe cheapest trip from London to Sunderland was searched and found on Dec 1, 2025 with a price of $25

        To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from London to Sunderland, as early as possible.

        You can expect to pay from $25 to $120 for a bus ticket from London to Sunderland based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $25 which is on 2025-12-01.

        What's the cheapest way to go from London to Sunderland?

        busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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