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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Sunderland Interchange (Park Lane) Bus Stop | Bus Station | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Sunderland Interchange (Park Lane) Bus Stop | Bus Station | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Sunderland Interchange (Park Lane) Bus Stop | Edinburgh Airport | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Sunderland Interchange (Park Lane) Bus Stop | Drum Brae | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Sunderland Interchange (Park Lane) Bus Stop | Drum Brae | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Sunderland to Edinburgh
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Edinburgh. The journey takes about 2 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just $25, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
| Average Price | Average Duration | CO₂ emissions | Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average Price$20 - $85 | Average Duration6h 17m | 4kg CO₂e | ||
Carpool | Average Price$25 - $25 | Average Duration2h 30m | 7kg CO₂e |
Where are the popular stops in Sunderland and Edinburgh?
Stops in Edinburgh
- A13-14 Multrees Walk, Edinburgh EH1 3DQ, UK
- CRosebery House, 9 Haymarket Terrace, Edinburgh EH12 5EZ, UK
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23 The Mound
23 The Mound, Edinburgh EH2, UK - E
Princes Street
Princes Street, Edinburgh EH2 2BB, UK - F
St. Andrew Square
St Andrew Square, Edinburgh EH1 3DQ, UK
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Users have expressed satisfaction with the service, highlighting a comfortable journey and helpful, friendly staff. While most experiences were positive, some noted that certain passengers did not respect quiet time needed for sleeping. Overall, travelers appreciated the pleasant atmosphere provided by both drivers and crew members during their trips.
Flixbus Sunderland Edinburgh recent customer reviews
Very comfortable, driver very friendly and polite, the only downside was some customers not taking any notice with the quiet time needed to sleep. Shame there is always one that spoils it.
Paula S.
Very pleasent journey, and very friendly staff.
Wendy C.
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Sunderland to Edinburgh by bus
What is the travel distance from Sunderland to Edinburgh?
The distance between Sunderland and Edinburgh is approximately 164 km (102 miles).
What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Sunderland to Edinburgh?
Buses departing from Sunderland Interchange (Park Lane) Bus Stop in Sunderland will take you to Bus Station in Edinburgh.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Sunderland to Edinburgh was searched and found on Nov 26, 2025 with a price of $16To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Sunderland to Edinburgh, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $16 to $49 for a bus ticket from Sunderland to Edinburgh based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $16 which is on 2025-11-26.
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