How to travel from Sunderland to Harrogate

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Compare train and bus for Sunderland to Harrogate

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Sunderland to Harrogate among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €28 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 30m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €28, while a train costs an average of €53.

Distance: 63 miles (102 km)

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€53

Average price

€28

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Cheapest

€22

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2h 30m

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2h 0m

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30m

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3h 52m

Average total duration

3h 22m

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1h 32m

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0.1 - 0.3kg

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

The cheapest way to travel from Sunderland to Harrogate is a bus with an average price of €28.

This is compared to other travel options from Sunderland to Harrogate:

A bus is €25 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Sunderland to Harrogate costing on average €53.

The fastest way to travel from Sunderland to Harrogate is by train with an average journey time of 2h 30m.

Other travel options to Harrogate take longer:

Bus takes on average 3h 52m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Sunderland and Harrogate including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Sunderland to Harrogate among Omio's users.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around €28 compared to roughly €22 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €-6.04. The journey takes 3h 22m versus 1h 32m 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.

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.

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from Sunderland to Harrogate

How to get from Sunderland to Harrogate by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

bus

The best way to travel from Sunderland to Harrogate is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    10:55 AM1h55
    Sunderland, Interchange
    12:50 PMLeeds, Coach Station
    91One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    10:55 AM1h55
    Sunderland, Interchange
    12:50 PMLeeds, Coach Station
    91One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    10:55 AM1h55
    Sunderland, Interchange
    12:50 PMLeeds, Coach Station
    91One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Transpennine ExpressG16190+Tyne and Wear MetroTW021700+Northern RailG85401
    7:13 AM2h36
    Sunderland station (SUN)
    9:49 AMHarrogate station (HGT)
    351One-way
    2 transfers
  • Transpennine ExpressC01018+Northern RailC32227 · P28641
    9:19 AM3h22
    Sunderland station (SUN)
    12:41 PMHarrogate station (HGT)
    441One-way
    2 transfers
  • Grand Central TrainsY14808+Northern RailG85421
    8:37 AM2h11
    Sunderland station (SUN)
    10:48 AMHarrogate station (HGT)
    661One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    2:25 PM1h55
    Sunderland, Interchange
    4:20 PMLeeds, Coach Station
    91One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    6:05 PM1h55
    Sunderland, Interchange
    8:00 PMLeeds, Coach Station
    91One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    12:30 PM2h00
    Sunderland, Interchange
    2:30 PMLeeds, Coach Station
    111One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Sunderland to Harrogate

Travel to Harrogate easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Sunderland to Harrogate.

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There are 2 options to travel between Sunderland and Harrogate including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Sunderland to Harrogate is a bus with an average price of €28.

This is compared to other travel options from Sunderland to Harrogate:

A bus is €25 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Sunderland to Harrogate costing on average €53.

The fastest way to travel from Sunderland to Harrogate is by train with an average journey time of 2h 30m.

Other travel options to Harrogate take longer:

Bus takes on average 3h 52m.

The distance from Sunderland to Harrogate is approximately 63 miles (102 km).
The average frequency per day from Sunderland to Harrogate is:
  • Around 6 buses per day.
  • Around 5 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Sunderland and Harrogate as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Sunderland to Harrogate:
  • Trains mostly depart from Sunderland station (SUN) and arrive in Harrogate station (HGT).
  • Buses mostly depart from Sunderland, Interchange and arrive in Harrogate, Station Parade.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Sunderland to Harrogate, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with National Express, FlixBus to go to Harrogate by bus.
  • Travel with Grand Central Trains, London North Eastern Railway, Northern Trains Limited to go to Harrogate by train.
Omio customers who travel from Sunderland to Harrogate often also extend their vacation to go to Leeds, York, London, Manchester, Horsforth. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Harrogate and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Harrogate to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
To fully enjoy Harrogate's key attractions, including the Turkish Baths, RHS Garden Harlow Carr, and the historic town center, a stay of 2 to 3 days is recommended.

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