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

The cheapest way to get from Birmingham to Sunderland is to bus via Monument which costs £25 - £45 and takes 6h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Birmingham to Sunderland is to drive which takes 3h 20m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Birmingham and Sunderland?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Birmingham Coach Station station and arriving at Interchange. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Birmingham and Sunderland?

No, there is no direct train from Birmingham to Sunderland. However, there are services departing from Birmingham New Street and arriving at Sunderland via Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 32m.

How far is it from Birmingham to Sunderland?

The distance between Birmingham and Sunderland is 219 miles. The road distance is 194.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Birmingham to Sunderland without a car is to train which takes 3h 32m and costs £110 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 3h 32m to get from Birmingham to Sunderland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Birmingham to Sunderland bus from?

Birmingham to Sunderland bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Birmingham Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Birmingham to Sunderland train from?

Birmingham to Sunderland train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Birmingham New Street station.

Train, bus or fly from Birmingham to Sunderland?

The best way to get from Birmingham to Sunderland is to train which takes 3h 32m and costs £110 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £95 and takes 5h 10m, you could also fly, which costs £50 - £160 and takes 5h 18m.

Where does the Birmingham to Sunderland bus arrive?

Birmingham to Sunderland bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Interchange station.

Where does the Birmingham to Sunderland train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Birmingham to Sunderland?

Yes, the driving distance between Birmingham to Sunderland is 195 miles. It takes approximately 3h 20m to drive from Birmingham to Sunderland.

How do I get a train ticket from Birmingham to Sunderland?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Birmingham to Sunderland?

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Where can I stay near Sunderland?

There are 1973+ hotels available in Sunderland.

Birmingham to Sunderland - 10 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Newcastletrain Reading - Newcastle / ...
3h 32m
£114–160
Bus via Monument
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway to Newcastle-Upon-Tynebus Uk078
6h 9m
£26–44
Bus
1. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Interchangebus 133
5h 10m
£35–95
Drive 193.6 mi
1. Drive from Birmingham to Sunderlandcar 193.6 mi
3h 20m
£48–69
Fly Birmingham Airport to Newcastle
1. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Newcastle (NCL)plane BHX - NCL
5h 18m
£54–151
Bus via Sheffield
1. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Meadowhall Interchange/A2bus 131 / ...
2. Take the bus from Meadowhall Interchange/B1 to Interchangebus Uk010
5h 50m
£29–90
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Newcastle
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Newcastle (NCL)plane BRS - NCL
5h 6m
£79–155
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Newcastle
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to London Eustontrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Newcastle (NCL)plane LHR - NCL
5h 14m
£97–356
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Newcastle
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Newcastle (NCL)plane SOU - NCL
5h 41m
£158–311
Fly Birmingham Airport to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane BHX - EDI
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Newcastletrain
5h 8m
£82–216

Birmingham to Sunderland by train and subway

150Weekly Services

3h 32mAverage Duration

£114Cheapest Price

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Distance: 217.4 mi
Duration: 3h 32m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Birmingham New Street to Newcastle hourly. Tickets cost £110–160 and the journey takes 3h. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Interchange 3 times a day. Tickets cost £35–95 and the journey takes 5h 10m.

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