The cheapest and fastest buses from Blackpool to Sunderland
Cheapest price
$36
Average price
$42
Fastest journey
5 h 25 m
Average duration
6 h 35 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
162 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Blackpool to Sunderland is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Blackpool to Sunderland will cost around $42 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $36.
Of the 3 buses that leave Blackpool for Sunderland on Fri, Feb 06, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Feb 06 the direct buses cover the 162 km distance in an average of 6 h 35 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 25 m .
On Fri, Feb 06 the slowest buses will take 7 h 25 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.






Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Blackpool to Sunderland
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Blackpool to Sunderland among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €19. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 59m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €19, and a train costs an average of €121.
Distance: 100 miles (162 km)
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€30 Average price Cheapest | €122 Average price |
5h 9m Average total duration 4h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 29m Average total duration Fastest 3h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Blackpool to Sunderland bus times
The table below shows live departures for Blackpool to Sunderland buses for today, Thursday, February 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 7:25 AM Blackpool | 6h35 | 2:00 PM Sunderland | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:55 AM Blackpool | 6h05 | 6:00 PM Sunderland | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Blackpool to Sunderland
Buses from Blackpool to Sunderland run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 39m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $24 (€19) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 02:06, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 100 miles (162 km) distance in 6h 5m.
Distance 100 miles (162 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price $24 (€19) |
Buses per day 5 |
Fastest bus 6h 5m |
First bus 02:06 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: National Express from Blackpool to SunderlandYou can travel by bus between Blackpool to Sunderland with National Express for as low as $24 (€19). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Blackpool to Sunderland
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Blackpool to Sunderland by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Sunderland, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
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- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
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- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
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- 10€ per additional bag.
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