What is the cheapest way to get from Central London to Sunderland?

The cheapest way to get from Central London to Sunderland is to bus which costs £35 - £85 and takes 7h 59m.

What is the fastest way to get from Central London to Sunderland?

The fastest way to get from Central London to Sunderland is to fly which takes 3h 23m and costs £50 - £260.

Is there a direct bus between Central London and Sunderland?

No, there is no direct bus from Central London station to Sunderland. However, there are services departing from Northfields Station and arriving at Interchange via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Central London and Sunderland?

No, there is no direct train from Central London station to Sunderland. However, there are services departing from Northfields station and arriving at Sunderland via King's Cross and Newcastle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 15m.

How far is it from Central London to Sunderland?

The distance between Central London and Sunderland is 291 miles. The road distance is 271.9 miles.

How do I travel from Central London to Sunderland without a car?

The best way to get from Central London to Sunderland without a car is to train via Newcastle which takes 4h 15m and costs £100 - £180.

How long does it take to get from Central London to Sunderland?

It takes approximately 4h 15m to get from Central London to Sunderland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Central London to Sunderland bus from?

Central London to Sunderland bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from London Victoria station.

Where do I catch the Central London to Sunderland train from?

Central London to Sunderland train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from King's Cross station.

Train, bus or fly from Central London to Sunderland?

The best way to get from Central London to Sunderland is to train via Newcastle which takes 4h 15m and costs £100 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus via Victoria Coach Station, which costs £30 - £190 and takes 6h 50m, you could also fly, which costs £50 - £260 and takes 3h 23m.

Where does the Central London to Sunderland bus arrive?

Central London to Sunderland bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Interchange station.

Where does the Central London to Sunderland train arrive?

Central London to Sunderland train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at Newcastle station.

Can I drive from Central London to Sunderland?

Yes, the driving distance between Central London to Sunderland is 272 miles. It takes approximately 4h 37m to drive from Central London to Sunderland.

Where can I stay near Sunderland?

There are 1978+ hotels available in Sunderland.

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There are 7 ways to get from Central London to Sunderland by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via Newcastle
best
1. Take the train from King's Cross to Newcastletrain London Kings Cross - Edinburgh / ...
4h 15m
£105–174
Bus via Victoria Coach Station
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Interchangebus Ukn10 / ...
6h 50m
£32–185
Drive 270.4 mi
1. Drive from Central London to Sunderlandcar 270.4 mi
4h 37m
£66–95
Fly from London Heathrow Airport
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Newcastle (NCL)plane LHR - NCL
3h 23m
£53–257
Train
1. Take the train from King's Cross to Sunderlandtrain London Kings Cross - Sunderland
4h 59m
£81–155
Bus
1. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Sunderland Interchangebus Ukn10
7h 59m
£37–83
Train to Southampton Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Clapham Junction to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Newcastle (NCL)plane SOU - NCL
5h
£113–280

Central London to Sunderland by subway and train

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Distance: 289.7 mi
Duration: 4h 15m

What companies run services between Central London, England and Sunderland, England?

London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) operates a train from King's Cross to Newcastle every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £90–130 and the journey takes 2h 39m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from London Victoria to Interchange hourly. Tickets cost £30–55 and the journey takes 5h 40m. National Express also services this route every 4 hours.

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