How much does a bus ticket from Edinburgh to Sunderland cost?

The bus ticket price from Edinburgh to Sunderland starts at US$14. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Edinburgh to Sunderland is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the bus ride from Edinburgh to Sunderland?

The average travel time between Edinburgh and Sunderland is around 5h 3m, although the fastest bus will take about 3h 5m. This is the time it takes to travel the 164 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between Edinburgh and Sunderland?

The number of buses from Edinburgh to Sunderland can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 5 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Edinburgh to Sunderland by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Edinburgh to Sunderland?

When taking the bus from Edinburgh to Sunderland, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Edinburgh to Sunderland?

Buses travelling between Edinburgh and Sunderland leave from Bus Station or Edinburgh Airport and arrive at Sunderland Interchange (Park Lane) Bus Stop.

Bus Edinburgh to Sunderland from US$10 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Edinburgh to Sunderland on 31 October
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
20:45	Bus Station	3h 5m	23:50	Sunderland Interchange (Park Lane) Bus Stop	CheapestFastest
18:43	Drum Brae	5h 7m	23:50	Sunderland Interchange (Park Lane) Bus Stop	No tags
18:33	Ratho Station, Opp Lochend Road	5h 17m	23:50	Sunderland Interchange (Park Lane) Bus Stop	No tags
16:51	Newbridge	6h 59m	23:50	Sunderland Interchange (Park Lane) Bus Stop	No tags
18:47	Edinburgh Zoo North (Stop 1)	5h 3m	23:50	Sunderland Interchange (Park Lane) Bus Stop	No tags

Next departures from Edinburgh to Sunderland on 1 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
20:45	Bus Station	3h 5m	23:50	Sunderland Interchange (Park Lane) Bus Stop	CheapestFastest
09:05	Bus Station	3h 20m	12:25	Sunderland Interchange (Park Lane) Bus Stop	No tags
19:09	Drum Brae	4h 41m	23:50	Sunderland Interchange (Park Lane) Bus Stop	No tags
18:59	Ratho Station, Opp Lochend Road	4h 51m	23:50	Sunderland Interchange (Park Lane) Bus Stop	No tags
19:13	Edinburgh Zoo North (Stop 1)	4h 37m	23:50	Sunderland Interchange (Park Lane) Bus Stop	No tags

Next departures from Edinburgh to Sunderland on 2 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
09:05	Bus Station	3h 20m	12:25	Sunderland Interchange (Park Lane) Bus Stop	Cheapest
20:45	Bus Station	3h 5m	23:50	Sunderland Interchange (Park Lane) Bus Stop	Fastest
19:09	Drum Brae	4h 41m	23:50	Sunderland Interchange (Park Lane) Bus Stop	No tags
18:59	Ratho Station, Opp Lochend Road	4h 51m	23:50	Sunderland Interchange (Park Lane) Bus Stop	No tags
19:13	Edinburgh Zoo North (Stop 1)	4h 37m	23:50	Sunderland Interchange (Park Lane) Bus Stop	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Edinburgh 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 5 hours 3 minutes and with fares starting at just US$14, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5bus per day

5h 3mAverage duration

167 kmDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceUS$14 - US$49	Average duration5h 3m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceUS$25 - US$25	Average duration2h 40m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e

Bus Edinburgh to Sunderland: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$23

Average bus trip duration5h 3m

Number of daily buses5

Earliest bus departure09:05

Distance167 km

Latest bus departure20:45

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511 127 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Based on 11127 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi-Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at US$14

FlixBus Edinburgh Sunderland recent customer reviews

Everything was fine very good journey

Wendy C.

6 January 2025

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Edinburgh to Sunderland Bus

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Where are the popular stops in Edinburgh and Sunderland?

Stops in Edinburgh

A - Bus Station

B - Edinburgh Airport

C - Haymarket

D - 23 The Mound

E - Princes Street

F - St. Andrew Square

Stops in Sunderland

A - Sunderland Interchange (Park Lane) Bus Stop

Frequently asked questions on the trip Edinburgh - Sunderland

How much does a bus ticket from Edinburgh to Sunderland cost?
The bus ticket price from Edinburgh to Sunderland starts at US$14. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Edinburgh to Sunderland is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from Edinburgh to Sunderland?
The average travel time between Edinburgh and Sunderland is around 5h 3m, although the fastest bus will take about 3h 5m. This is the time it takes to travel the 164 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Edinburgh and Sunderland?
The number of buses from Edinburgh to Sunderland can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 5 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Edinburgh to Sunderland by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Edinburgh to Sunderland?
When taking the bus from Edinburgh to Sunderland, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Edinburgh to Sunderland?
Buses travelling between Edinburgh and Sunderland leave from Bus Station or Edinburgh Airport and arrive at Sunderland Interchange (Park Lane) Bus Stop.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

29/10

US$12

30/10

US$13

Today

US$15

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US$18

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US$20

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05/11

US$14

The cheapest trip from Edinburgh to Sunderland was searched and found on 29 Oct 2025 with a price of US$12

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

You can expect to pay from US$12 to US$35 for a bus ticket from Edinburgh to Sunderland based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$14, which is on 2025-11-05.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Edinburgh to Sunderland.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Edinburgh to Sunderland.

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Edinburgh to Sunderland will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Edinburgh to Sunderland while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

What's the cheapest way to go from Edinburgh to Sunderland?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle type	Travel time	Avg price	Daily departures
Vehicle typeBus	Travel time5h 3m	Avg priceUS$23	Daily departures5
Vehicle typeCarpool	Travel time2h 40m	Avg priceUS$25	Daily departures1

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