4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Leicester to Sunderland
Cheapest price
$32
Average price
$35
Fastest journey
8 h 10 m
Average duration
8 h 25 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
253 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Leicester to Sunderland is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leicester to Sunderland will cost around $35 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $32.
Of the 2 buses that leave Leicester for Sunderland on Sun, Nov 23, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Nov 23 the direct buses cover the 253 km distance in an average of 8 h 25 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 10 m .
On Sun, Nov 23 the slowest buses will take 8 h 40 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 bus and train for Leicester to Sunderland
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Leicester to Sunderland among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 40m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €17, and a train costs an average of €40.
Distance: 157 miles (253 km)
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Most popular Bus | Train |
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€25 Average price Cheapest | €98 Average price |
5h 31m Average total duration 5h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration Fastest 3h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Leicester to Sunderland Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:40AM | Arrival Time 11:20AM | Duration 8h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 7h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $71 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:05AM | Arrival Time 02:15PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $64 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 06:55PM | Duration 6h25 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 03:40AM | Duration 8h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $44 |
Live departures
Leicester to Sunderland bus times
The table below shows live departures for Leicester to Sunderland buses for today, Saturday, November 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX195 · NX172 | 2:40 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 8h40 | 11:20 AM Sunderland, Interchange | 1 transfer | |
| NX183 · NX426 | Delayed 8:05 PM 9:00 AMLeicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 7h30 | 4:30 PM Sunderland, Interchange | 1 transfer | |
 FlixBus | 10:05 AM Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 4h10 | 2:15 PM Sunderland, Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX240 · NX133 | On time 12:30 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 6h25 | 6:55 PM Sunderland, Interchange | 1 transfer | |
| NX240 · NX172 | On time 7:30 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 8h10 | 3:40 AM Sunderland, Interchange | 1 transfer |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Leicester to Sunderland
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Buses from Leicester to Sunderland run on average 3 times per day, taking around 5h 1m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $21 (€17) if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:25, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 157 miles (253 km) distance in 4h 10m.
Distance 157 miles (253 km) |
Average bus duration 5h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price $21 (€17) |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 4h 10m |
First bus 00:25 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: Megabus, National Express, FlixBus from Leicester to SunderlandYou can travel by bus between Leicester to Sunderland with Megabus, National Express, FlixBus for as low as $21 (€17). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Leicester to Sunderland
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leicester 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.
Passengers board the bus most frequently from Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda), which is located around 4 miles (6.4 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the bus at Sunderland, Interchange, located 0.9 miles (1.5 km) away from the city centre.
- 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.
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- 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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