How much is the bus ticket from Sunderland to Middlesbrough?

The cheapest bus tickets from Sunderland to Middlesbrough start at R 127. The average price for this route is around R 174. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting 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 38 km. The fastest bus gets 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 9 buses available per day, including services from National Express , FlixBus , Megabus UK .

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 trip from Sunderland to Middlesbrough produces an estimated 1 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

What 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 29742 reviews.

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

Based on reviews on Busbud, 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 4.0 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 R 93 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Sunderland to Middlesbrough on 6 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	18:05	SUNDERLAND	40m	18:45	Middlesbrough Bus Station	CheapestFastest
Bus	18:05	SUNDERLAND	40m	18:45	Middlesbrough Bus Station	No tags
Bus	23:55	Sunderland Interchange (Park Lane) Bus Stop	45m	00:40	Middlesbrough Bus Station	No tags
Bus	23:45	SUNDERLAND	40m	00:25	Middlesbrough Bus Station	No tags
Bus	23:45	SUNDERLAND	40m	00:25	Middlesbrough Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Sunderland to Middlesbrough on 7 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	23:55	Sunderland Interchange (Park Lane) Bus Stop	45m	00:40	Middlesbrough Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	06:05	SUNDERLAND	40m	06:45	Middlesbrough Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	06:05	SUNDERLAND	40m	06:45	Middlesbrough Bus Station	No tags
Bus	06:30	SUNDERLAND	45m	07:15	Middlesbrough Bus Station	No tags
Bus	06:30	SUNDERLAND	45m	07:15	Middlesbrough Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Sunderland to Middlesbrough on 8 December
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 11 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	18:05	SUNDERLAND	40m	18:45	Middlesbrough Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	05:45	SUNDERLAND	40m	06:25	Middlesbrough Bus Station	Fastest
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

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 1:38 PM GMT.

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 R 127, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9bus per day

45mAverage duration

38 kmDistance

1kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 127 - R 332	Average duration45m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 79 - R 338	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

4/529 750 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

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

3.5/511 538 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Megabus UK

3.5/54 283 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness4.4

WiFi2.6

Based on 4283 reviews, the company was rated 3.6 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Megabus UK ticket prices on this trip start at R 287

Megabus Sunderland Middlesbrough recent customer reviews

The bus hygiene is good but the transportation fare to Middlesbrough from sunderland is high

Abidemi O.

26 February 2023

Spot on

Kamil O.

28 July 2024

GB Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, National Express

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Sunderland to Middlesbrough by bus

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

How much is the bus ticket from Sunderland to Middlesbrough?
The cheapest bus tickets from Sunderland to Middlesbrough start at R 127. The average price for this route is around R 174. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting 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 38 km. The fastest bus gets 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 9 buses available per day, including services from National Express, FlixBus, Megabus UK.
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 trip from Sunderland to Middlesbrough produces an estimated 1 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What 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 29742 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Sunderland to Middlesbrough?
Based on reviews on Busbud, 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 4.0 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

04/12

R 104

05/12

R 190

Today

R 179

07/12

R 114

08/12

R 94

09/12

No data

10/12

No data

11/12

R 93

The cheapest trip from Sunderland to Middlesbrough was searched and found on 11 Dec 2025 with a price of R 93

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 R 93 to R 270 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 R 93, which is on 2025-12-11.

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.