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

The cheapest way to get from Bolton to Sunderland is to line 8 bus and bus which costs £16 - £27 and takes 5h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bolton to Sunderland is to drive which takes 2h 40m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Bolton and Sunderland?

No, there is no direct bus from Bolton to Sunderland. However, there are services departing from Bolton Interchange and arriving at Sunderland Interchange via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Bolton and Sunderland?

No, there is no direct train from Bolton to Sunderland. However, there are services departing from Bolton and arriving at Sunderland via Manchester Victoria and Newcastle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 24m.

How far is it from Bolton to Sunderland?

The distance between Bolton and Sunderland is 174 miles. The road distance is 122.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bolton to Sunderland without a car is to train which takes 4h 24m and costs £55 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 4h 24m to get from Bolton to Sunderland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bolton to Sunderland bus from?

Bolton to Sunderland bus services, operated by Bee Network, depart from Bolton Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Bolton to Sunderland train from?

Bolton to Sunderland train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Manchester Victoria station.

Train or bus from Bolton to Sunderland?

The best way to get from Bolton to Sunderland is to train which takes 4h 24m and costs £55 - £120. Alternatively, you can line 8 bus and bus, which costs £16 - £27 and takes 5h 28m.

Where does the Bolton to Sunderland bus arrive?

Bolton to Sunderland bus services, operated by Bee Network, arrive at Shudehill Interchange station.

Where does the Bolton to Sunderland train arrive?

Bolton to Sunderland train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Newcastle station.

Can I drive from Bolton to Sunderland?

Yes, the driving distance between Bolton to Sunderland is 123 miles. It takes approximately 2h 40m to drive from Bolton to Sunderland.

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

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

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Bolton to Sunderland - 5 ways to travel via train, line 8 bus, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Newcastletrain Liverpool Lime Street - Newcastle / ...
4h 24m
£58–111
Line 8 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bolton Interchange to Shudehill Interchangebus 8
2. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Sunderland Interchangebus Uk073
5h 28m
£17–27
Drive 121.9 mi
1. Drive from Bolton to Sunderlandcar 121.9 mi
2h 40m
£30–43
Train via Middlesbrough
1. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Middlesbroughtrain Manchester Victoria - Redcar Central / ...
2. Take the train from Middlesbrough to Sunderlandtrain Nunthorpe - Newcastle / ...
5h 3m
£62–112
Line 36 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Bolton Interchange to Piccadilly Gardensbus 36 / ...
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Interchangebus 172
6h 10m
£26–62

Bolton to Sunderland by train

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Distance: 173.4 mi
Duration: 4h 24m

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

TransPennine Express operates a train from Manchester Victoria to Newcastle hourly. Tickets cost £50–95 and the journey takes 2h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bolton Interchange to Sunderland Interchange via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange in around 5h 28m.

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