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Trip Overview

The average bus between Sunderland and Blackburn takes 11h and the fastest bus takes 5h 35m. The bus runs, on average, 2 times per week from Sunderland to Blackburn. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

11h
Duration
159 mi
Distance
£24
Average price
Twice a week
Frequency

Sunderland to Blackburn bus times

Buses run twice a week between Sunderland and Blackburn. The earliest departure is at 10:55 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Sunderland is at 6:05 PM which arrives into Blackburn at 10:30 AM. All services require a transfer at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and take an average of 11h. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Arrives next day

    FlixBusThe Burnley Bus CompanyThe Burnley Bus Company16h 25m • 2 changes

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    FlixBusThe Burnley Bus CompanyThe Burnley Bus Company5h 35m • 2 changes

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Sunderland to Blackburn? 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 Sunderland to Blackburn.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 158.8 mi
  • Duration: 11h

What companies run services between Sunderland, England and Blackburn, England?

FlixBus operates a bus from Sunderland Interchange to Manchester, Shudehill Interchange 3 times a day. Tickets cost £15–23 and the journey takes 3h 15m.

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