The cheapest and fastest buses from Bournemouth to Sunderland
Cheapest price
$60
Average price
$92
Fastest journey
10 h 20 m
Average duration
10 h 40 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
466 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Bournemouth to Sunderland is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bournemouth to Sunderland will cost around $92 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $60.
Of the 2 buses that leave Bournemouth for Sunderland on Thu, May 07, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, May 07 the direct buses cover the 466 km distance in an average of 10 h 40 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 10 h 20 m .
On Thu, May 07 the slowest buses will take 11 h 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.
3:20 AM10h20Bournemouth1:40 PMSunderland$601One-way0 transfers
4:10 PM11h00Bournemouth3:10 AMSunderland$1251One-way0 transfers
3:20 AM10h20Bournemouth1:40 PMSunderland$601One-way0 transfers
4:10 PM11h00Bournemouth3:10 AMSunderland$1251One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Bournemouth to Sunderland
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Bournemouth to Sunderland among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $41. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 6h 8m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $41, and a train costs an average of $156.
Distance: 289 miles (466 km)
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Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$69 Average price Cheapest | $174 Average price | $128 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
10h 2m Average total duration 9h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 38m Average total duration Fastest 6h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 59m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Bournemouth to Sunderland:
A bus is $105 (€83) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bournemouth to Sunderland costing on average $174 (€139).
Other travel options to Sunderland take longer:
Bus takes on average 9h 32m.
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Direct coaches are operated by {directProviders}.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
Live departures
Bournemouth to Sunderland bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bournemouth to Sunderland buses for tomorrow, Thursday, May 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 3:20 AM Bournemouth | 10h20 | 1:40 PM Sunderland | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:10 PM Bournemouth | 11h00 | 3:10 AM Sunderland | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Why should you book Bournemouth to Sunderland buses with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs National Express?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for National Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from Bournemouth to Sunderland.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Trainline?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from Bournemouth to Sunderland.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Bournemouth to Sunderland.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bournemouth to Sunderland
Buses from Bournemouth to Sunderland run on average 8 times per day, taking around 9h 32m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $41 (€32) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 02:35, the last at 23:35. The fastest bus covers the 289 miles (466 km) distance in 10h 20m.
Distance 289 miles (466 km) |
Average bus duration 9h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price $41 (€32) |
Buses per day 8 |
Fastest bus 10h 20m |
First bus 2:35 AM |
Last bus 11:35 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 14 days |
Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus from Bournemouth to SunderlandYou can travel by bus between Bournemouth to Sunderland with National Express, FlixBus for as low as $41 (€32). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Bournemouth to Sunderland
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bournemouth 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.

- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- National Express
- 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.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
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