Are there accessibility options when taking a bus from Sunderland to Middlesbrough?

Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the bus from Sunderland to Middlesbrough: National Express Assistance Priority seating Accessible toilets. FlixBus Assistance Priority boarding Wheelchair-accessible buses.

Can I cancel my bus ticket from Sunderland to Middlesbrough?

Whether you can cancel your bus ticket from Sunderland to Middlesbrough depends on the bus providers: 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.

Is luggage included in the bus ticket price from Sunderland to Middlesbrough?

Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a bus ticket from Sunderland to Middlesbrough: 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).

Can I book additional luggage for the bus from Sunderland to Middlesbrough?

Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a bus ticket from Sunderland to Middlesbrough: National Express 10€ per additional bag. FlixBus Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.

Can I bring my pet on board the bus from Sunderland to Middlesbrough?

Yes, you can bring your pet on the bus from Sunderland to Middlesbrough. The following conditions apply: FlixBus Small pets in carriers allowed Guide dogs travel for free.

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The cheapest and fastest buses from Sunderland to Middlesbrough

Showing times and prices for Jul 16

Cheapest price

Average price

$12

Fastest journey

40 m

Average duration

41 m

Buses per day

Distance

38 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Sunderland to Middlesbrough will cost around $12 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $7.

Fast buses

Of the 9 buses that leave Sunderland for Middlesbrough on Wed, Jul 16, 9 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Wed, Jul 16 the direct buses cover the 38 km distance in an average of 41 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 40 m .

On Wed, Jul 16 the slowest buses will take 45 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

11:55PM0h45

Sunderland, Interchange

12:40AMMiddlesbrough, Bus Station

$71One-way

0 transfers

NX172

06:05PM0h40

Sunderland, Interchange

06:45PMMiddlesbrough, Bus Station

$111One-way

0 transfers

NX172

11:45PM0h40

Sunderland, Interchange

12:25AMMiddlesbrough, Bus Station

$111One-way

0 transfers

NX172

05:45AM0h40

Sunderland, Interchange

06:25AMMiddlesbrough, Bus Station

$111One-way

0 transfers

NX133

08:20AM0h50

Sunderland, Interchange

09:10AMMiddlesbrough, Bus Station

$121One-way

0 transfers

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Compare train and bus for Sunderland to Middlesbrough

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Sunderland to Middlesbrough among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 57m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €4, and a train costs an average of €2.

Distance: 22 miles (37 km)

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Most popular Bus	Train
€7 Average price Cheapest	€9 Average price
1h 30m Average total duration 1h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	1h 27m Average total duration Fastest 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time*
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions	0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest
Most popular bus company	Most popular train company
Direct Options	Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Sunderland to Middlesbrough Bus Timetables

Operator	Departure Time	Arrival Time	Duration	Departure days	Cheapest price
Operator National Express	Departure Time 05:45AM	Arrival Time 06:25AM	Duration 0h40	Departure days Tue, Wed	Cheapest price $10
Operator National Express	Departure Time 06:15AM	Arrival Time 07:00AM	Duration 0h45	Departure days Tue, Wed	Cheapest price $12
Operator National Express	Departure Time 08:20AM	Arrival Time 09:10AM	Duration 0h50	Departure days Tue, Wed	Cheapest price $12
Operator National Express	Departure Time 09:45AM	Arrival Time 10:30AM	Duration 0h45	Departure days Tue, Wed	Cheapest price $14
Operator National Express	Departure Time 10:15AM	Arrival Time 11:00AM	Duration 0h45	Departure days Tue, Wed	Cheapest price $12
Operator National Express	Departure Time 02:35PM	Arrival Time 03:15PM	Duration 0h40	Departure days Tue, Wed	Cheapest price $11
Operator National Express	Departure Time 06:05PM	Arrival Time 06:45PM	Duration 0h40	Departure days Tue, Wed	Cheapest price $11
Operator National Express	Departure Time 11:45PM	Arrival Time 12:25AM	Duration 0h40	Departure days Tue, Wed	Cheapest price $11
Operator FlixBus	Departure Time 11:55PM	Arrival Time 12:40AM	Duration 0h45	Departure days Tue, Wed	Cheapest price $7

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Sunderland to Middlesbrough bus times

Showing buses for today, Tuesday, July 15

Last updated at 4:35 PM

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
FlixBus	10:55 PM Sunderland, Interchange	0h45	11:40 PM Middlesbrough, Bus Station	0 transfersDirect
Wednesday, July 16
NX172	4:45 AM Sunderland, Interchange	0h40	5:25 AM Middlesbrough, Bus Station	0 transfersDirect
NX133	5:15 AM Sunderland, Interchange	0h45	6:00 AM Middlesbrough, Bus Station	0 transfersDirect
NX133	7:20 AM Sunderland, Interchange	0h50	8:10 AM Middlesbrough, Bus Station	0 transfersDirect
NX172	8:45 AM Sunderland, Interchange	0h45	9:30 AM Middlesbrough, Bus Station	0 transfersDirect
NX133	9:15 AM Sunderland, Interchange	0h45	10:00 AM Middlesbrough, Bus Station	0 transfersDirect
NX172	1:35 PM Sunderland, Interchange	0h40	2:15 PM Middlesbrough, Bus Station	0 transfersDirect
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Overview: Bus from Sunderland to Middlesbrough

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Buses from Sunderland to Middlesbrough run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 0m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $6 (€4) but you can travel from only $3 (€2) by train.

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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Cheapest alternative travel mode

Train from $3 (€2)

Distance

22 miles (37 km)

Average bus duration

1h 0m

Cheapest ticket price

$6 (€4)

Buses per day

Direct buses

Fastest bus

40m

First bus

00:50

Last bus

23:55

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Train from $3 (€2)

Bus providers: National Express, Megabus and FlixBus from Sunderland to Middlesbrough

Find the best buses from Sunderland to Middlesbrough with Omio's travel partners National Express, Megabus and FlixBus from $4 (€3). We can find you the best deals, schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the best trip.

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 to Middlesbrough from Sunderland, you can select from three ticket fares: Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare.

Bus information from Sunderland to Middlesbrough with National Express:

Average Duration: 40 min
Cheapest Price: $7
National Express frequency: 5 a day

FlixBus is one of Europe's leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and offering long-distance bus services in Europe and the U. S. FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select routes throughout Europe. Standard amenities on FlixBus include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge your phone, tablet or laptop during long bus journeys, extra legroom, luggage space and toilets. You can even purchase snacks and drinks onboard. FlixBus offers only the Standard ticket for all its routes, which allows you to bring one carry-on luggage and one checked bag per person. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and specific seat reservations, such as if you want to book an Extra Seat, Table Seat or the Panorama Seat.

Bus information from Sunderland to Middlesbrough with FlixBus:

Average Duration: 45 min
Cheapest Price: $4
FlixBus frequency: 1 a day

Northern Trains is a publicly owned train operating company in the United Kingdom, headquartered in York. The company operates local and commuter trains across the entire north of England connecting regions of the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire and the Humber coast line. The rail network in the UK has been run by over 20 train companies, but they work together as National Rail with coordinated fares and ticketing. Tickets such as Advance, Off-Peak and Anytime Day are available to purchase for routes with Northern. There is only one class option on Northern trains: Standard.

Bus information from Sunderland to Middlesbrough with Northern Rail (3):

Average Duration: 49 min
Cheapest Price: $4
Northern Rail (3) frequency: 12 a day

FAQs: Bus from Sunderland to Middlesbrough

FAQs: Take the bus from Sunderland to Middlesbrough with ease. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have the information you need to know so you can find the best option from Sunderland to Middlesbrough.

Cheap bus tickets from Sunderland to Middlesbrough can start from as little as $6 (€5) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Sunderland to Middlesbrough is $10 (€8); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The bus time between Sunderland and Middlesbrough is on average 40 min for the 23 mile (37 km) long journey, but the time it takes to go from Sunderland to Middlesbrough by bus can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first bus from Sunderland to Middlesbrough leaves at 5: 55AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last bus from Sunderland to Middlesbrough leaves at 11: 55PM.

Yes, there are 9 direct buses a day from Sunderland to Middlesbrough with National Express or FlixBus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct buses.

When taking a bus from Sunderland to Middlesbrough, you can count on National Express, Megabus, FlixBus or Go North East for the best way to get you to Middlesbrough. You can also check all possible bus companies who offer a service from Sunderland to Middlesbrough and compare the amenities they offer before buying a bus ticket.

Passengers board the bus most frequently from Sunderland, Interchange, which is located around 0.9 miles (1.5 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the bus at Middlesbrough, Bus Station, located 0.7 miles (1.2 km) away from the city centre.

A day trip to Middlesbrough from Sunderland is worth doing with a journey time of 40 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month for a bus from Sunderland to Middlesbrough is March.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel to Middlesbrough from Sunderland including taking a train or bus.

Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the bus from Sunderland to Middlesbrough:

National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.

Yes, there are bathrooms on board the bus from Sunderland to Middlesbrough for bus providers National Express and FlixBus.

Yes, bikes are allowed on board the bus with bus companies National Express and FlixBus.

Whether you can cancel your bus ticket from Sunderland to Middlesbrough depends on the bus providers:

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.

To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from Sunderland to Middlesbrough, follow these tips:

Book in advance: Tickets are often cheaper when booked early.

Be flexible with dates and times: Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money.

Use our search filters: Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options.

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Start your search now and compare ticket prices to find the best deal!

Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the bus from Sunderland to Middlesbrough.

Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a bus ticket from Sunderland to Middlesbrough:

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).

Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a bus ticket from Sunderland to Middlesbrough:

National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.

Yes, you can bring your pet on the bus from Sunderland to Middlesbrough. The following conditions apply:

FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- Guide dogs travel for free.

You can reserve your seat on the bus from Sunderland to Middlesbrough with the following bus companies: National Express and FlixBus

Yes, there are USB plugs on board the bus from Sunderland to Middlesbrough with the following bus providers: National Express and FlixBus.

Yes, there is Wifi on board the bus from Sunderland to Middlesbrough with the following bus providers: National Express and FlixBus.

popular bus stations

Popular bus stations from Sunderland to Middlesbrough

Sunderland

Middlesbrough

The major bus station for departures in Sunderland is Sunderland, Interchange. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Sunderland, Interchange for your trip from Sunderland to Middlesbrough.

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