How much is the bus ticket from Middlesbrough to Sunderland?

The cheapest coach tickets from Middlesbrough to Sunderland start from £6. The average price for this route is around £8. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Middlesbrough to Sunderland?

The average bus journey time from Middlesbrough to Sunderland is 40m, covering a distance of 24 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 40m and is operated by National Express .

Which bus companies service the Middlesbrough to Sunderland route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day, including services from National Express , FlixBus .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Middlesbrough to Sunderland?

The earliest bus departs from Middlesbrough to Sunderland at 02:30. And the latest bus departs at 22:35.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Middlesbrough to Sunderland?

A bus journey from Middlesbrough to Sunderland produces an estimated 1 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Which is the best bus company from Middlesbrough to Sunderland?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is National Express , with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 29828 reviews.

Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Middlesbrough to Sunderland?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company National Express has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Middlesbrough to Sunderland?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is National Express , with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Middlesbrough to Sunderland?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is National Express , with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Bus Middlesbrough to Sunderland from £4 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Middlesbrough to Sunderland on 7 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	18:15	Middlesbrough Bus Station	45m	19:00	SUNDERLAND	Cheapest
Bus	18:30	Middlesbrough Bus Station	40m	19:10	SUNDERLAND	Fastest
Bus	18:15	Middlesbrough Bus Station	45m	19:00	SUNDERLAND	No tags
Bus	18:30	Middlesbrough Bus Station	40m	19:10	SUNDERLAND	No tags
Bus	20:05	Middlesbrough Bus Station	40m	20:45	SUNDERLAND	No tags

Next departures from Middlesbrough to Sunderland on 8 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:35	Middlesbrough Bus Station	45m	11:20	SUNDERLAND	Cheapest
Bus	03:00	Middlesbrough Bus Station	40m	03:40	SUNDERLAND	Fastest
Bus	03:00	Middlesbrough Bus Station	40m	03:40	SUNDERLAND	No tags
Bus	02:30	Middlesbrough Bus Station	40m	03:10	Sunderland Interchange (Park Lane) Bus Stop	No tags
Bus	10:35	Middlesbrough Bus Station	45m	11:20	SUNDERLAND	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 09:42 GMT.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Middlesbrough to Sunderland

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Sunderland. The journey takes about 40 minutes and with fares starting at just £6, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8bus per day

40mAverage duration

24 milesDistance

1kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£6 - £17	Average duration40m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£4 - £17	Average duration58m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Middlesbrough and Sunderland?

Stops in Middlesbrough

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Middlesbrough Bus Station
20 Cleveland Square, Middlesbrough TS1 2NX, UK
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Stops in Sunderland

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Sunderland Interchange (Park Lane) Bus Stop
30 Park Lane, Sunderland SR1, UK
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Compare bus companies

National Express

4/529,833 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.4

According to users, the bus service is commendable for its punctuality and smooth onboarding process. Passengers appreciated the comfortable journey in a clean coach, with drivers who were both helpful and highly skilled.

National Express Middlesbrough Sunderland recent customer reviews

Onboarding was smooth, sweet ride, coach was clean 👌. And the driver is topnotch.

Jude C.

23 June 2025

Bus on time, driver, helpful and journey comfortable.

James R.

21 April 2024

Very Satisfying

Muchinga M.

26 October 2023

FlixBus

3.5/511,954 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

GB bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Middlesbrough to Sunderland

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

How much is the bus ticket from Middlesbrough to Sunderland?
The cheapest coach tickets from Middlesbrough to Sunderland start from £6. The average price for this route is around £8. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Middlesbrough to Sunderland?
The average bus journey time from Middlesbrough to Sunderland is 40m, covering a distance of 24 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 40m and is operated by National Express.
Which bus companies service the Middlesbrough to Sunderland route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day, including services from National Express, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Middlesbrough to Sunderland?
The earliest bus departs from Middlesbrough to Sunderland at 02:30. And the latest bus departs at 22:35.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Middlesbrough to Sunderland?
A bus journey from Middlesbrough to Sunderland produces an estimated 1 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Middlesbrough to Sunderland?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is National Express, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 29828 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Middlesbrough to Sunderland?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company National Express has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Middlesbrough to Sunderland?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is National Express, with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Middlesbrough to Sunderland?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is National Express, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 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

05/01

£6

06/01

£5

Today

£6

08/01

£6

09/01

£4

10/01

£4

11/01

No data

12/01

£5

The cheapest trip from Middlesbrough to Sunderland was searched and found on 9 Jan 2026 with a price of £4

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

You can expect to pay from £4 to £11 for a bus ticket from Middlesbrough to Sunderland based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £4, which is on 2026-01-09.

Usually National Express 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.