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

The cheapest way to get from Dundee to Sunderland is to bus via Dundee Slessor Gardens which costs £28 - £50 and takes 6h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dundee to Sunderland is to drive which takes 3h 36m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Dundee and Sunderland?

No, there is no direct bus from Dundee to Sunderland. However, there are services departing from Overgate and arriving at Interchange via Edinburgh, Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h.

Is there a direct train between Dundee and Sunderland?

No, there is no direct train from Dundee to Sunderland. However, there are services departing from Dundee and arriving at Sunderland via Edinburgh Waverley and Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 40m.

How far is it from Dundee to Sunderland?

The distance between Dundee and Sunderland is 194 miles. The road distance is 176.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dundee to Sunderland without a car is to train which takes 3h 40m and costs £40 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 3h 40m to get from Dundee to Sunderland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dundee to Sunderland bus from?

Dundee to Sunderland bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Overgate station.

Where do I catch the Dundee to Sunderland train from?

Dundee to Sunderland train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Dundee station.

Train or bus from Dundee to Sunderland?

The best way to get from Dundee to Sunderland is to train which takes 3h 40m and costs £40 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £26 - £65 and takes 6h.

Where does the Dundee to Sunderland bus arrive?

Dundee to Sunderland bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Edinburgh, Bus Station.

Where does the Dundee to Sunderland train arrive?

Dundee to Sunderland train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from Dundee to Sunderland?

Yes, the driving distance between Dundee to Sunderland is 176 miles. It takes approximately 3h 36m to drive from Dundee to Sunderland.

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

Book your Dundee to Sunderland train tickets online with Omio.

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

Book your Dundee to Sunderland bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Sunderland?

There are 1973+ hotels available in Sunderland.

Dundee to Sunderland - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Dundee to Sunderland by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Dundee to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Dundee - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Newcastletrain Edinburgh - London Kings Cross / ...
3h 40m
£44–123
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Overgate to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus Uk092 / ...
2. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Interchangebus Ukn10 / ...
6h
£27–60
Drive 175.2 mi
1. Drive from Dundee to Sunderlandcar 175.2 mi
3h 36m
£44–63
Bus via Dundee Slessor Gardens
1. Take the bus from Dundee Slessor Gardens to George Streetbus Ember
2. Take the bus from North St David Street to Interchangebus 839
6h 2m
£28–47

Dundee to Sunderland by train and subway

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3h 40mAverage Duration

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Distance: 193 mi
Duration: 3h 40m

What companies run services between Dundee, Scotland and Sunderland, England?

You can take a train from Dundee to Sunderland via Edinburgh Waverley, Newcastle, and Central Station in around 3h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Overgate to Interchange via Edinburgh, Bus Station in around 6h.

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