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

The cheapest way to get from Burnley to Sunderland is to bus which costs £16 - £25 and takes 5h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Burnley to Sunderland is to drive which takes 2h 9m and costs £25 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Burnley and Sunderland?

No, there is no direct bus from Burnley station to Sunderland. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Sunderland Interchange via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 36m.

Is there a direct train between Burnley and Sunderland?

No, there is no direct train from Burnley to Sunderland. However, there are services departing from Burnley Manchester Road and arriving at Sunderland via York and Newcastle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 14m.

How far is it from Burnley to Sunderland?

The distance between Burnley and Sunderland is 155 miles. The road distance is 102.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Burnley to Sunderland without a car is to train via York which takes 3h 14m and costs £55 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 3h 14m to get from Burnley to Sunderland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Burnley to Sunderland bus from?

Burnley to Sunderland bus services, operated by The Burnley Bus Company, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Burnley to Sunderland train from?

Burnley to Sunderland train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Burnley Manchester Road station.

Train or bus from Burnley to Sunderland?

The best way to get from Burnley to Sunderland is to train via York which takes 3h 14m and costs £55 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £16 - £25 and takes 5h 36m.

Where does the Burnley to Sunderland bus arrive?

Burnley to Sunderland bus services, operated by The Burnley Bus Company, arrive at Shudehill Interchange station.

Where does the Burnley to Sunderland train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Burnley to Sunderland?

Yes, the driving distance between Burnley to Sunderland is 102 miles. It takes approximately 2h 9m to drive from Burnley to Sunderland.

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

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Burnley to Sunderland - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 591 bus

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

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Train via York
best
1. Take the train from Burnley Manchester Road to Yorktrain Blackpool North - York / ...
2. Take the train from York to Newcastletrain London Kings Cross - Edinburgh / ...
3h 14m
£56–111
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Shudehill Interchangebus X43
2. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Sunderland Interchangebus Uk073
5h 36m
£16–25
Drive 101.9 mi
1. Drive from Burnley to Sunderlandcar 101.9 mi
2h 9m
£26–37
Train
1. Take the train from Hebden Bridge to Middlesbroughtrain Manchester Victoria - Redcar Central / ...
2. Take the train from Middlesbrough to Sunderlandtrain Nunthorpe - Newcastle / ...
4h 36m
£53–96
Line 591 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Halifax Bus Stationbus 591
2. Take the bus from Nelson Street N2 to Interchangebus 172
6h

Burnley to Sunderland by train

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Distance: 154.4 mi
Duration: 3h 14m

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

You can take a train from Burnley Manchester Road to Sunderland via York and Newcastle in around 3h 14m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Sunderland Interchange via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange in around 5h 36m.

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