What is the cheapest way to get from Alnwick Castle to Sunderland?

The cheapest way to get from Alnwick Castle to Sunderland is to bus and train which costs £10 - £24 and takes 2h 18m.

What is the fastest way to get from Alnwick Castle to Sunderland?

The fastest way to get from Alnwick Castle to Sunderland is to drive which takes 55 min and costs £11 - £16.

Is there a direct bus between Alnwick Castle and Sunderland?

No, there is no direct bus from Alnwick Castle to Sunderland. However, there are services departing from Retail Park and arriving at Fawcett Street via Westmorland Rd-Discovery Msm and Monument Pilgrim Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Alnwick Castle and Sunderland?

No, there is no direct train from Alnwick Castle to Sunderland. However, there are services departing from Alnmouth and arriving at Sunderland via Newcastle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 18m.

How far is it from Alnwick Castle to Sunderland?

The distance between Alnwick Castle and Sunderland is 51 miles. The road distance is 45.6 miles.

How do I travel from Alnwick Castle to Sunderland without a car?

The best way to get from Alnwick Castle to Sunderland without a car is to train which takes 1h 18m and costs £26 - £50.

How long does it take to get from Alnwick Castle to Sunderland?

It takes approximately 1h 18m to get from Alnwick Castle to Sunderland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Alnwick Castle to Sunderland bus from?

Alnwick Castle to Sunderland bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Retail Park station.

Where do I catch the Alnwick Castle to Sunderland train from?

Alnwick Castle to Sunderland train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Alnmouth station.

Train or bus from Alnwick Castle to Sunderland?

The best way to get from Alnwick Castle to Sunderland is to train which takes 1h 18m and costs £26 - £50. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £10 - £23 and takes 2h 35m.

Where does the Alnwick Castle to Sunderland bus arrive?

Alnwick Castle to Sunderland bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Newcastle Coach Station.

Where does the Alnwick Castle to Sunderland train arrive?

Alnwick Castle to Sunderland train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Newcastle station.

Can I drive from Alnwick Castle to Sunderland?

Yes, the driving distance between Alnwick Castle to Sunderland is 46 miles. It takes approximately 55 min to drive from Alnwick Castle to Sunderland.

Where can I stay near Sunderland?

There are 1947+ hotels available in Sunderland.

Alnwick Castle to Sunderland - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, subway, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Alnwick Castle to Sunderland by train, bus, subway, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Alnmouth to Newcastletrain Aberdeen - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the train from Newcastle to Sunderlandtrain Carlisle - Middlesbrough / ...
1h 18m
£27–48
Bus, subway
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Retail Park to Newcastle Coach Stationbus 591
2. Take the subway from Central Station to Sunderlandsubway Grn
2h 5m
£9–22
Drive 45.3 mi
1. Drive from Alnwick Castle to Sunderlandcar 45.3 mi
55 min
£11–16
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Alnwick Castle to Sunderlandtaxi 45.3 mi
55 min
£190–240
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Retail Park to Newcastle Coach Stationbus 591
2. Take the train from Newcastle to Sunderlandtrain Carlisle - Middlesbrough / ...
2h 18m
£10–23
Bus
1. Take the bus from Retail Park to Newcastle Coach Stationbus 591
2. Take the bus from Monument Pilgrim Street to Fawcett Streetbus X24 / ...
2h 35m
£10–22

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Distance: 50.4 mi
Duration: 1h 18m

What companies run services between Alnwick Castle, England and Sunderland, England?

You can take a vehicle from Alnwick Castle to Sunderland via Alnmouth and Newcastle in around 1h 18m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Alnwick Castle to Fawcett Street via Retail Park, Newcastle Coach Station, Westmorland Rd-Discovery Msm, and Monument Pilgrim Street in around 2h 35m.

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