Bus from Sunderland to Birmingham: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Sunderland to Birmingham on 29 November
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
National ExpressBus
    SUNDERLAND
    Coach StationCheapest
    National ExpressBus
      SUNDERLAND
      Coach StationFastest
      National ExpressBus
        SUNDERLAND
        Coach StationNo tags
        FlixbusBus
        Sunderland Interchange (Park Lane) Bus Stop
        Great Charles Street QueenswayNo tags
        National ExpressBus
          SUNDERLAND
          Coach StationNo tags

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          Compare 2 ways to travel from Sunderland to Birmingham

          We recommend carpooling

          Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Birmingham. The journey takes about 3 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just £23, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

          1carpool per day
          3h 50mAverage duration
          169 milesDistance
          11kgCO₂ emissions
          Average price£14 - £80Average duration6h 25m
          7kg CO₂e
          Carpool
          Average price£23 - £23Average duration3h 50m
          11kg CO₂e

          Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Sunderland to Birmingham

          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 Sunderland to Birmingham?

            The cheapest coach tickets from Sunderland to Birmingham start from £14. The average price for this route is around £29. 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 Sunderland to Birmingham?

            The average bus journey time from Sunderland to Birmingham is 6h 25m, covering a distance of 169 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 5h 5m and is operated by National Express.

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

            Several major bus companies operate on this route with 11 buses available per day, including services from National Express, FlixBus, Megabus UK.

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

            The earliest bus departs from Sunderland to Birmingham at 06:15. And the latest bus departs at 23:55.

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

            A bus journey from Sunderland to Birmingham produces an estimated 7 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 Sunderland to Birmingham?

            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 29733 reviews.

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

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

          8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Sunderland to Birmingham?

            According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is National Express, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.

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

            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
          26/11
          £23
          27/11
          £27
          Today
          £29
          29/11
          £32
          30/11
          £29
          01/12
          No data
          02/12
          £18
          03/12
          £19
          busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Sunderland to Birmingham was searched and found on 2 Dec 2025 with a price of £18

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

          You can expect to pay from £18 to £64 for a bus ticket from Sunderland to Birmingham based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £18, which is on 2025-12-02.

          Usually 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.

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