How much is the bus ticket from Sunderland to Middlesbrough?

The cheapest coach tickets from Sunderland to Middlesbrough 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 Sunderland to Middlesbrough?

The average bus journey time from Sunderland to Middlesbrough is 45m, 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 Sunderland to Middlesbrough 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 Sunderland to Middlesbrough?

The earliest bus departs from Sunderland to Middlesbrough at 05:45. And the latest bus departs at 23:55.

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

A bus journey from Sunderland to Middlesbrough 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 Sunderland to Middlesbrough?

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 Sunderland to Middlesbrough?

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 Sunderland to Middlesbrough?

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 Sunderland to Middlesbrough?

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 Sunderland to Middlesbrough from £4 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Sunderland to Middlesbrough on 8 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	05:45	SUNDERLAND	40m	06:25	Middlesbrough Bus Station	CheapestFastest
Bus	05:45	SUNDERLAND	40m	06:25	Middlesbrough Bus Station	No tags
Bus	23:55	Sunderland Interchange (Park Lane) Bus Stop	45m	00:40	Middlesbrough Bus Station	No tags
Bus	06:15	SUNDERLAND	45m	07:00	Middlesbrough Bus Station	No tags
Bus	06:15	SUNDERLAND	45m	07:00	Middlesbrough Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Sunderland to Middlesbrough on 12 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	05:45	SUNDERLAND	40m	06:25	Middlesbrough Bus Station	CheapestFastest
Bus	05:45	SUNDERLAND	40m	06:25	Middlesbrough Bus Station	No tags
Bus	23:55	Sunderland Interchange (Park Lane) Bus Stop	45m	00:40	Middlesbrough Bus Station	No tags
Bus	06:15	SUNDERLAND	45m	07:00	Middlesbrough Bus Station	No tags
Bus	06:15	SUNDERLAND	45m	07:00	Middlesbrough Bus Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Sunderland to Middlesbrough

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Middlesbrough. The journey takes about 45 minutes and with fares starting at just £6, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8bus per day

45mAverage duration

24 milesDistance

1kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£6 - £17	Average duration45m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£3 - £16	Average duration58m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Sunderland and Middlesbrough?

Stops in Sunderland

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Sunderland Interchange (Park Lane) Bus Stop
30 Park Lane, Sunderland SR1, UK
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Stops in Middlesbrough

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Middlesbrough Bus Station
20 Cleveland Square, Middlesbrough TS1 2NX, UK
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Compare bus companies

National Express

4/529,833 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.4

Customers appreciate the service, mentioning that everything is fine for short journeys. Some suggest having more services running earlier.

National Express Sunderland Middlesbrough recent customer reviews

The bus that was suppose to come for 8pm arrived at some minutes past 9. That was so frustrating really

Iyanuoluwa O.

5 December 2023

Always on time

Kate D.

30 March 2024

Everything is fine since my journey is not that long

Olaoluwa M.

19 September 2023

FlixBus

3.5/511,955 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 Sunderland to Middlesbrough

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 Sunderland to Middlesbrough?
The cheapest coach tickets from Sunderland to Middlesbrough 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 Sunderland to Middlesbrough?
The average bus journey time from Sunderland to Middlesbrough is 45m, 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 Sunderland to Middlesbrough 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 Sunderland to Middlesbrough?
The earliest bus departs from Sunderland to Middlesbrough at 05:45. And the latest bus departs at 23:55.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Sunderland to Middlesbrough?
A bus journey from Sunderland to Middlesbrough 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 Sunderland to Middlesbrough?
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 Sunderland to Middlesbrough?
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 Sunderland to Middlesbrough?
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 Sunderland to Middlesbrough?
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

£5

06/01

£5

Today

£5

08/01

£5

09/01

No data

10/01

£4

11/01

No data

12/01

£4

The cheapest trip from Sunderland to Middlesbrough was searched and found on 10 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 Sunderland to Middlesbrough as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £4 to £12 for a bus ticket from Sunderland to Middlesbrough based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £4, which is on 2026-01-10.

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.