How far is Edinburgh from Sunderland by coach?

The journey from Sunderland to Edinburgh by coach covers an approximate distance of 102 miles (164 km).

Is there a way to reach Edinburgh from Sunderland without a car?

The best way to go from Sunderland to Edinburgh without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. You can also consider rideshare services depending on your preferences.

Bus Sunderland to Edinburgh from £8 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Sunderland to Edinburgh on 9 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
14:20	Sunderland Interchange (Park Lane) Bus Stop	3h 15m	17:35	Bus Station	CheapestFastest
14:20	Sunderland Interchange (Park Lane) Bus Stop	6h 17m	20:37	Edinburgh Airport	No tags
14:20	Sunderland Interchange (Park Lane) Bus Stop	4h 49m	19:09	Drum Brae	No tags
14:20	Sunderland Interchange (Park Lane) Bus Stop	6h 37m	20:57	Ratho Station, Opp Lochend Road	No tags
14:20	Sunderland Interchange (Park Lane) Bus Stop	4h 59m	19:19	Newbridge	No tags

Next departures from Sunderland to Edinburgh on 10 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
03:15	Sunderland Interchange (Park Lane) Bus Stop	3h 10m	06:25	Bus Station	CheapestFastest
14:20	Sunderland Interchange (Park Lane) Bus Stop	3h 15m	17:35	Bus Station	No tags
14:20	Sunderland Interchange (Park Lane) Bus Stop	6h 17m	20:37	Edinburgh Airport	No tags
03:15	Sunderland Interchange (Park Lane) Bus Stop	7h 24m	10:39	Drum Brae	No tags
14:20	Sunderland Interchange (Park Lane) Bus Stop	5h 17m	19:37	Drum Brae	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Sunderland to Edinburgh

We recommend carpooling

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 £14, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

2h 30mAverage duration

101 milesDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£11 - £46	Average duration6h 17m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£14 - £15	Average duration2h 30m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e

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FlixBus

3.5/511,247 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

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.

2 August 2025

Very pleasent journey, and very friendly staff.

Wendy C.

20 January 2025

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Where are the popular stops in Sunderland and Edinburgh?

Stops in Sunderland

A - Sunderland Interchange (Park Lane) Bus Stop

Stops in Edinburgh

A - Bus Station

B - Edinburgh Airport

C - Haymarket

D - 23 The Mound

E - Princes Street

F - St. Andrew Square

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Sunderland to Edinburgh

How far is Edinburgh from Sunderland by coach?
The journey from Sunderland to Edinburgh by coach covers an approximate distance of 102 miles (164 km).
Is there a way to reach Edinburgh from Sunderland without a car?
The best way to go from Sunderland to Edinburgh without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. You can also consider rideshare services depending on your preferences.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

07/11

£18

08/11

£12

Today

£16

10/11

£12

11/11

No data

12/11

£8

13/11

£8

14/11

£8

The cheapest trip from Sunderland to Edinburgh was searched and found on 13 Nov 2025 with a price of £8

To 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 £8 to £37 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 £8, which is on 2025-11-13.

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