Liverpool to Sunderland bus with National Express

Sat, May 17
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The cheapest and fastest buses from Liverpool to Sunderland

Showing times and prices for May 17

Cheapest price

$17

Average price

$21

Fastest journey

6 h 15 m

Average duration

6 h 18 m

Buses per day

2

Distance

196 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Liverpool to Sunderland is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Liverpool to Sunderland will cost around $21 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $17.

Fast buses

Of the 2 buses that leave Liverpool for Sunderland on Sat, May 17, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Sat, May 17 the direct buses cover the 196 km distance in an average of 6 h 18 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 15 m .

On Sat, May 17 the slowest buses will take 6 h 20 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.

FlixBus
08:50AM6h15
Liverpool
03:05PMSunderland
$171One-way
0 transfers
FlixBus
08:45AM6h20
Liverpool
03:05PMSunderland
$241One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare bus and train for Liverpool to Sunderland

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Liverpool to Sunderland among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 56m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg.

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€21

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Cheapest

€56

Average price

6h 35m

Average duration

6h 5m

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4h 26m

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3h 56m

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0.2 - 0.5kg

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0.1 - 0.2kg

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Liverpool to Sunderland

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Buses from Liverpool to Sunderland run on average 14 times per day, taking around 6h 5m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $11 (€9) if you book in advance.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
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Distance
121 miles (195 km)
Average bus duration
6h 5m
Cheapest ticket price
$11 (€9)
Buses per day
14
Bus providers
3
Fastest bus
5h 20m
First bus
05:10
Last bus
21:15
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Bus companies: National Express, Megabus and FlixBus from Liverpool to Sunderland

Buy your official National Express, Megabus and FlixBus bus tickets from Liverpool to Sunderland from $12 (€10) with Omio. Find bus times and tickets for over 1000 travel companies to compare and book the most affordable route.

National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance bus company operating over 550 buses per day and serving over 900 destinations across the UK. National Express also operates bus services to all major UK airports, such as Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton and Bristol, 24 hours a day. All National Express buses have air conditioning and provide free WiFi access along with onboard entertainment. Most buses come with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, so you can charge your phone or laptop during a long journey. For your bus between Liverpool and Sunderland, you can select from three ticket fares: Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare.

National Express from Liverpool to Sunderland bus information:

  • Average Duration: 5 h 15 min
  • Cheapest Price: $29
  • National Express frequency: 9 a day

FAQs: Bus from Liverpool to Sunderland

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Popular bus stations from Liverpool to Sunderland

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Sunderland
The major bus station for departures in Liverpool is Liverpool, Liverpool One. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Liverpool, Liverpool One for your trip from Liverpool to Sunderland.
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Ticket Office Hours
  • 06:00-23:00
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Distance to city center
1 km
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Car connection
Canning Place
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Dining
Dining
  • Pret A Manger (in the station)
  • Costa Coffee (in the station).
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Taxis
  • Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps
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  • Available in the station.
Public transit options for Liverpool, Liverpool One
  • Bus: 10, 10A, 14, 14A, 82, 86A Train: Merseyrail
The major bus station for arrivals in Sunderland is Sunderland, Interchange. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Sunderland, Interchange for your trip to Sunderland from Liverpool.
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