The cheapest and fastest buses from Bournemouth to Sunderland
Cheapest price
$75
Average price
$75
Fastest journey
10 h 55 m
Average duration
10 h 55 m
Buses per day
1
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 $75 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $75.
Of the 1 buses that leave Bournemouth for Sunderland on Mon, Mar 23, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Mar 23 the direct buses cover the 466 km distance in an average of 10 h 55 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 10 h 55 m .
On Mon, Mar 23 the slowest buses will take 10 h 55 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 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 $40. 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 $40, and a train costs an average of $154.
Distance: 289 miles (466 km)
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Most popular Bus | Train |
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$68 Average price Cheapest | $171 Average price |
10h 2m Average total duration 9h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 38m Average total duration Fastest 6h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Bournemouth to Sunderland Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:20AM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 10h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $83 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:10AM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 10h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $95 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 06:55PM | Duration 10h55 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $96 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:20AM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 10h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $101 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:10AM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 11h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $105 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 11:30PM | Duration 11h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $98 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:40PM | Arrival Time 12:20AM | Duration 10h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $86 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:10PM | Arrival Time 03:10AM | Duration 11h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $107 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:15PM | Arrival Time 06:10AM | Duration 10h55 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $100 |
Live departures
Bournemouth to Sunderland bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bournemouth to Sunderland buses for today, Sunday, March 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX035 · NX426 | Delayed 5:20 AM 3:20 AMBournemouth, Coach Station | 10h20 | 4:30 PM 4:30 PMSunderland, Interchange | 1 transfer | |
NX035 · NX426 | On time 6:10 AM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 10h20 | 4:30 PM Sunderland, Interchange | 1 transfer | |
NX160 · NX133 | 8:00 AM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 10h55 | 6:55 PM Sunderland, Interchange | 1 transfer | |
NX035 · NX426 | On time 10:20 AM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 10h40 | 9:00 PM Sunderland, Interchange | 1 transfer | |
NX160 · NX133 | 11:10 AM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 11h20 | 10:30 PM Sunderland, Interchange | 1 transfer | |
NX035 · NX426 | On time 12:30 PM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 11h00 | 11:30 PM Sunderland, Interchange | 1 transfer | |
NX035 · NX426 | On time 1:40 PM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 10h40 | 12:20 AM Sunderland, Interchange | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:10 PM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 11h00 | 3:10 AM Sunderland, Interchange | 1 transfer | |
NX035 · NX436 | On time 7:15 PM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 10h55 | 6:10 AM Sunderland, Interchange | 1 transfer | |
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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 $40 (€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 $40 (€32) |
Buses per day 8 |
Fastest bus 10h 20m |
First bus 02:35 |
Last bus 23:35 |
Cheapest month Feb |
Cheapest day Tue |
High season Apr - Jun |
Low season Jan - Mar |
Busiest day Tue |
Least busy day Tue |
Best day to book ahead 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 $40 (€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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