Bus from London to Sunderland: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from London to Sunderland on 25 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixbusBus
Victoria Coach Station
Sunderland Interchange (Park Lane) Bus StopCheapest
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 travel from London to Sunderland

      We recommend carpooling

      Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Sunderland. The journey takes about 4 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just £20, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

      1carpool per day
      4h 40mAverage duration
      241 milesDistance
      16kgCO₂ emissions
      Bus
      		Average price£14 - £101Average duration7h 15m
      10kg CO₂e
      Train
      		Average price£39 - £242Average duration3h 24m
      9kg CO₂e
      Carpool
      		Average price£20 - £37Average duration4h 40m
      16kg CO₂e

      Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from London to Sunderland

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

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

        The cheapest coach tickets from London to Sunderland start from £14. The average price for this route is around £26. 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 journey from London to Sunderland?

        The average bus journey time from London to Sunderland is 7h 15m, covering a distance of 241 miles. The fastest bus can take 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 23 buses available per day, including services from National Express, FlixBus, Megabus UK, The Airline.

      4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from London to Sunderland?

        The earliest bus departs from London to Sunderland at 00:25. And the latest bus departs at 23:59.

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

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

      6. Which 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 310 reviews.

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

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

      8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service 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
      22/12
      £34
      23/12
      £34
      Today
      £34
      25/12
      £54
      26/12
      £38
      27/12
      £30
      28/12
      £30
      29/12
      £26
      busbud logoThe cheapest trip from London to Sunderland was searched and found on 29 Dec 2025 with a price of £26

      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 £26 to £106 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 £26, which is on 2025-12-29.

      Usually National Express, FlixBus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

      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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