The cheapest and fastest buses from Leeds to Sunderland
Cheapest price
$13
Average price
$18
Fastest journey
1 h 55 m
Average duration
1 h 56 m
Buses per day
15
Distance
124 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Leeds to Sunderland is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leeds to Sunderland will cost around $18 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $13.
Of the 15 buses that leave Leeds for Sunderland on Fri, Jun 12, 15 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 12 the direct buses cover the 124 km distance in an average of 1 h 56 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 55 m .
On Fri, Jun 12 the slowest buses will take 2 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.
FlixBus12:20 PM1h55Leeds, Coach Station2:15 PMSunderland, Interchange$131One-way0 transfers
FlixBus10:00 AM1h55Leeds, Coach Station11:55 AMSunderland, Interchange$141One-way0 transfers
FlixBus5:10 PM1h55Leeds, Coach Station7:05 PMSunderland, Interchange$141One-way0 transfers
FlixBus9:30 AM2h10Leeds, Yorkshire Playhouse11:40 AMSunderland, Interchange$141One-way0 transfers
FlixBus1:10 PM1h55Leeds, Coach Station3:05 PMSunderland, Interchange$141One-way0 transfers
FlixBus10:00 AM1h55Leeds, Coach Station11:55 AMSunderland, Interchange$141One-way0 transfers
FlixBus5:10 PM1h55Leeds, Coach Station7:05 PMSunderland, Interchange$141One-way0 transfers
FlixBus1:10 PM1h55Leeds, Coach Station3:05 PMSunderland, Interchange$141One-way0 transfers
FlixBus12:20 PM1h55Leeds, Coach Station2:15 PMSunderland, Interchange$131One-way0 transfers
NX1337:00 PM2h00Leeds, Coach Station9:00 PMSunderland, Interchange$211One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Leeds to Sunderland
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Leeds to Sunderland among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 54m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $8, and a train costs an average of $16.
Distance: 77 miles (124 km)
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Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$13 Average price Cheapest | $37 Average price | $33 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 32m Average total duration 2h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 24m Average total duration Fastest 1h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 54m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Leeds to Sunderland:
A bus is $24 (€19) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Leeds to Sunderland costing on average $37 (€30).
Other travel options to Sunderland take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 2m.
Tickets start at around $13 (€11) compared to roughly $33 (€27) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $20 (€17). The journey takes 2h 2m versus 1h 54m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by National Express, Megabus, FlixBus.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
Leeds to Sunderland Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:55AM | Arrival Time 03:55AM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:35AM | Arrival Time 10:40AM | Duration 2h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 11:40AM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 11:55AM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:35AM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 2h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:20PM | Arrival Time 02:15PM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:10PM | Arrival Time 03:05PM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:25PM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 2h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:35PM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:10PM | Arrival Time 06:05PM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:55PM | Arrival Time 06:55PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:10PM | Arrival Time 07:05PM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:15PM | Arrival Time 07:45PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:20PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:45PM | Arrival Time 08:15PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:25PM | Arrival Time 08:25PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:45PM | Arrival Time 08:45PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:55PM | Arrival Time 09:55PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:10PM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:25PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 2h05 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:15PM | Arrival Time 11:30PM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 11:45PM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:15PM | Arrival Time 12:20AM | Duration 2h05 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 12:45AM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $16 |
Live departures
Leeds to Sunderland bus times
The table below shows live departures for Leeds to Sunderland buses for today, Thursday, June 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX172 | Delayed 7:20 PM 1:55 AMLeeds, Coach Station | 2h00 | 5:05 PM 5:05 PMSunderland, Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX172 | Delayed 7:20 PM 8:35 AMLeeds, Coach Station | 2h05 | 5:05 PM 5:05 PMSunderland, Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:30 AM Leeds, Yorkshire Playhouse | 2h10 | 11:40 AM Sunderland, Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:00 AM Leeds, Coach Station | 1h55 | 11:55 AM Sunderland, Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX426 | On time 11:35 AM Leeds, Coach Station | 2h05 | 1:40 PM Sunderland, Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:20 PM Leeds, Coach Station | 1h55 | 2:15 PM Sunderland, Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:10 PM Leeds, Coach Station | 1h55 | 3:05 PM Sunderland, Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX426 | On time 2:25 PM Leeds, Coach Station | 2h05 | 4:30 PM Sunderland, Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX133 | Delayed 6:55 PM 4:30 PMLeeds, Coach Station | 2h10 | 8:55 PM 8:55 PMSunderland, Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:10 PM Leeds, Coach Station | 1h55 | 7:05 PM Sunderland, Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX426 | On time 5:15 PM Leeds, Coach Station | 2h30 | 7:45 PM Sunderland, Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX133 | On time 7:55 PM Leeds, Coach Station | 2h00 | 9:55 PM Sunderland, Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX426 | On time 10:30 PM Leeds, Coach Station | 2h15 | 12:45 AM Sunderland, Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, June 12 | |||||
NX172 | 1:55 AM Leeds, Coach Station | 2h00 | 3:55 AM Sunderland, Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Leeds to Sunderland
Buses from Leeds to Sunderland run on average 12 times per day, taking around 2h 2m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $8 (€7) if you book in advance.
There are 12 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 77 miles (124 km) distance in 1h 55m.
Distance 77 miles (124 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price $8 (€7) |
Buses per day 12 |
Direct buses 12 |
Fastest bus 1h 55m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 11:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 35 days |
Bus providers: National Express, Megabus, FlixBus from Leeds to SunderlandYou can travel by bus between Leeds to Sunderland with National Express, Megabus, FlixBus for as low as $8 (€7). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Leeds to Sunderland
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leeds 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.

- Megabus
- Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Megabus
- Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
- 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.
- Megabus
- One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
- 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).
- Megabus
- Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
- 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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