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

The cheapest way to get from Dover to Sunderland is to bus which costs £40 - £170 and takes 9h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dover to Sunderland is to train and fly which takes 4h 44m and costs £95 - £360.

Is there a direct bus between Dover and Sunderland?

No, there is no direct bus from Dover to Sunderland. However, there are services departing from Priory Street and arriving at Interchange via Bus Station and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 59m.

Is there a direct train between Dover and Sunderland?

No, there is no direct train from Dover to Sunderland. However, there are services departing from Dover Priory and arriving at Sunderland via King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 29m.

How far is it from Dover to Sunderland?

The distance between Dover and Sunderland is 343 miles. The road distance is 340.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dover to Sunderland without a car is to train which takes 5h 29m and costs £110 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 5h 29m to get from Dover to Sunderland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dover to Sunderland bus from?

Dover to Sunderland bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Dover to Sunderland train from?

Dover to Sunderland train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Dover Priory station.

Train or bus from Dover to Sunderland?

The best way to get from Dover to Sunderland is to train which takes 5h 29m and costs £110 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £170 and takes 9h 59m.

Where does the Dover to Sunderland bus arrive?

Dover to Sunderland bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

Where does the Dover to Sunderland train arrive?

Dover to Sunderland train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Dover to Sunderland?

Yes, the driving distance between Dover to Sunderland is 341 miles. It takes approximately 5h 37m to drive from Dover to Sunderland.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Sunderland?

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Dover to Sunderland - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Dover Priory to London St Pancras Intltrain Ramsgate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Sunderlandtrain London Kings Cross - Sunderland
5h 29m
£110–196
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 007 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Interchangebus Ukn10 / ...
9h 59m
£44–168
Drive 338.6 mi
1. Drive from Dover to Sunderlandcar 338.6 mi
5h 37m
£83–119
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Newcastle
1. Take the train from Dover Priory to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Newcastle (NCL)plane LHR - NCL
4h 44m
£98–351
Bus via Leeds
1. Take the bus from Pencester Road to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 007
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Interchangebus 133 / ...
11h 33m
£47–183
Train, train to Southampton Airport, fly to Newcastle
1. Take the train from Dover Priory to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
3. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Newcastle (NCL)plane SOU - NCL
6h 2m
£147–345
Train to London City Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Take the train from Dover Priory to Stratford Internationaltrain
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane LCY - EDI
3. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Newcastletrain
6h 37m
£168–477

Dover to Sunderland by train

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Distance: 341 mi
Duration: 5h 29m

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

You can take a train from Dover Priory to Sunderland via London St Pancras International and King's Cross in around 5h 29m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Priory Street to Interchange via Bus Station, London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, and London Victoria in around 9h 59m.

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