The average bus between Blackpool and Sunderland takes 6h 24m and the fastest bus takes 5h 40m. The bus service runs several times per day from Blackpool to Sunderland. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Buses run 4 times a day between Blackpool and Sunderland. The earliest departure is at 9:10 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Blackpool is at 10:00 PM which arrives into Sunderland at 3:55 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 6h 24m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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Want to know about travelling from Blackpool to Sunderland? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct bus from Blackpool to Sunderland. However, there are services departing from Blackpool station and arriving at Sunderland station via Manchester Central Coach Station station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 24m.
Blackpool to Sunderland bus services, operated by National Express, depart from National Express Coach Facility station.
Blackpool to Sunderland bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Interchange station.
Book your Blackpool to Sunderland bus tickets online with National Express.
The distance between Blackpool and Sunderland is 162.2 km. The road distance is 290 km.
You can take a bus from National Express Coach Facility to Interchange via Manchester Central Coach Station in around 6h.