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

The cheapest way to get from Blackburn to Sunderland is to bus which costs £24 - £60 and takes 6h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Blackburn to Sunderland is to drive which takes 2h 19m and costs £26 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Blackburn and Sunderland?

No, there is no direct bus from Blackburn station to Sunderland. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Interchange via Bus station and Manchester Central Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Blackburn and Sunderland?

No, there is no direct train from Blackburn to Sunderland. However, there are services departing from Blackburn and arriving at Sunderland via York and Newcastle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 34m.

How far is it from Blackburn to Sunderland?

The distance between Blackburn and Sunderland is 166 miles. The road distance is 110.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Blackburn to Sunderland without a car is to train via York which takes 3h 34m and costs £60 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 3h 34m to get from Blackburn to Sunderland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Blackburn to Sunderland bus from?

Blackburn to Sunderland bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Blackburn to Sunderland train from?

Blackburn to Sunderland train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Blackburn station.

Train or bus from Blackburn to Sunderland?

The best way to get from Blackburn to Sunderland is to train via York which takes 3h 34m and costs £60 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £24 - £60 and takes 6h 32m.

Where does the Blackburn to Sunderland bus arrive?

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

Where does the Blackburn to Sunderland train arrive?

Blackburn to Sunderland train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at York station.

Can I drive from Blackburn to Sunderland?

Yes, the driving distance between Blackburn to Sunderland is 110 miles. It takes approximately 2h 19m to drive from Blackburn to Sunderland.

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

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Blackburn to Sunderland - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 60 bus

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

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Train via York
best
1. Take the train from Blackburn to Yorktrain Blackpool North - York / ...
2. Take the train from York to Newcastletrain London Kings Cross - Edinburgh / ...
3h 34m
£61–127
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Interchangebus 172
6h 32m
£24–60
Drive 109.6 mi
1. Drive from Blackburn to Sunderlandcar 109.6 mi
2h 19m
£27–39
Train
1. Take the train from Todmorden to Middlesbroughtrain Manchester Victoria - Redcar Central / ...
2. Take the train from Middlesbrough to Sunderlandtrain Nunthorpe - Newcastle / ...
5h 3m
£56–104
Bus, line 60 bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Keighley Bus Station Entrancebus M4
2. Take the bus from Keighley Bus Station to Leeds Bus Station Entrancebus 60 / ...
3. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Interchangebus
6h 55m

Blackburn to Sunderland by train

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Distance: 165.5 mi
Duration: 3h 34m

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

You can take a train from Blackburn to Sunderland via York and Newcastle in around 3h 34m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Interchange every 3 hours. Tickets cost £24–60 and the journey takes 3h 40m.

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