What is the cheapest way to get from Alston to Sunderland?

The cheapest way to get from Alston to Sunderland is to drive which costs £13 - £19 and takes 1h 19m.

What is the fastest way to get from Alston to Sunderland?

The fastest way to get from Alston to Sunderland is to drive which takes 1h 19m and costs £13 - £19.

Is there a direct bus between Alston and Sunderland?

No, there is no direct bus from Alston to Sunderland. However, there are services departing from Hendersons Garage and arriving at Central Stn Clayton St via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 41m.

How far is it from Alston to Sunderland?

The distance between Alston and Sunderland is 58 miles. The road distance is 53.5 miles.

How do I travel from Alston to Sunderland without a car?

The best way to get from Alston to Sunderland without a car is to line 691 bus and train which takes 2h 49m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Alston to Sunderland?

It takes approximately 2h 49m to get from Alston to Sunderland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Alston to Sunderland bus from?

Alston to Sunderland bus services, operated by Wright Bros Coaches, depart from Hendersons Garage station.

Where does the Alston to Sunderland bus arrive?

Alston to Sunderland bus services, operated by Wright Bros Coaches, arrive at Wentworth car park station.

Can I drive from Alston to Sunderland?

Yes, the driving distance between Alston to Sunderland is 53 miles. It takes approximately 1h 19m to drive from Alston to Sunderland.

Where can I stay near Sunderland?

There are 1969+ hotels available in Sunderland.

Alston to Sunderland - 5 ways to travel via train, line 691 bus, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Alston to Sunderland by bus, train, or car

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Line 691 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Station Yard Workshops to Bus Stationbus 691
2. Take the train from Hexham to Sunderlandtrain Carlisle - Middlesbrough / ...
2h 49m
Drive 53.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Alston to Sunderlandcar 53.2 mi
1h 19m
£14–19
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Hendersons Garage to Wentworth car parkbus 889
2. Take the train from Hexham to Sunderlandtrain Carlisle - Middlesbrough / ...
3h 21m
Bus, line 10 bus
1. Take the bus from Hendersons Garage to Wentworth car parkbus 889
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Central Stn Clayton Stbus 10
3h 41m
Line 691 bus, line 685 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Station Yard Workshops to Bus Stationbus 691
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Eldon Square Bus Stationbus 685
3. Take the bus from Monument Pilgrim Street to Stockton Road-Mary Streetbus X24
3h 48m

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Distance: 57.7 mi
Duration: 2h 49m

What companies run services between Alston, Cumbria, England and Sunderland, England?

You can take a bus from Hendersons Garage to Sunderland via Wentworth car park, Bus Station, Central Stn Clayton St, and Central Station in around 3h 41m.

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