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 station to Sunderland. However, there are services departing from Station Yard Workshops and arriving at Fawcett Street via Bus Station and Monument Pilgrim Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 10m.

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 48m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h 48m 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 Go North East, depart from Station Yard Workshops.

Where does the Alston to Sunderland bus arrive?

Alston to Sunderland bus services, operated by Go North East, arrive at Bus 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 1959+ hotels available in Sunderland.

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

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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 48m
Drive 53.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Alston to Sunderlandcar 53.2 mi
1h 19m
£13–19
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 Fawcett Streetbus X24
3h 10m
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 20m
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 33m

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Distance: 57.7 mi
Duration: 2h 48m

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

You can take a bus from Station Yard Workshops to Fawcett Street via Bus Station, Eldon Square Bus Station, and Monument Pilgrim Street in around 3h 10m.

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