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Trip Overview

The average bus between Motherwell and Sunderland takes 5h 33m and the fastest bus takes 5h 20m. The bus service runs several times per day from Motherwell 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.

5h 33m
Duration
176 mi
Distance
£28
Average price
Twice daily
Frequency

Motherwell to Sunderland bus times

Buses run twice daily between Motherwell and Sunderland. The earliest departure is at 5:50 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Motherwell is at 6:30 PM which arrives into Sunderland at 11:50 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 5h 33m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Stuarts Coaches UKFlixBus5h 24m • 1 change
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    First Greater GlasgowFlixBus5h 25m • 1 change

Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    First Greater GlasgowFlixBus5h 40m • 1 change
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    First Greater GlasgowFlixBus5h 25m • 1 change

Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    First Greater GlasgowFlixBus6h 35m • 1 change
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    First Greater GlasgowFlixBus5h 25m • 1 change

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    First Greater GlasgowFlixBus6h 9m • 1 change
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    First Greater GlasgowFlixBus5h 20m • 1 change

Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Stuarts Coaches UKFlixBus5h 24m • 1 change
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    First Greater GlasgowFlixBus5h 25m • 1 change

Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Stuarts Coaches UKFlixBus5h 24m • 1 change
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    First Greater GlasgowFlixBus5h 25m • 1 change

Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    Stuarts Coaches UKFlixBus5h 24m • 1 change
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    First Greater GlasgowFlixBus5h 25m • 1 change

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Motherwell 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.

Map of how to get from Motherwell to Sunderland.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 176.1 mi
  • Duration: 5h 33m

What companies run services between Motherwell, Scotland and Sunderland, England?

FlixBus operates a bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Interchange hourly. Tickets cost £19–29 and the journey takes 4h 35m.

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