What is the cheapest way to get from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Sunderland?

The cheapest way to get from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Sunderland is to bus which costs £19 - £40 and takes 5h 31m.

What is the fastest way to get from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Sunderland?

The fastest way to get from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Sunderland is to drive which takes 3h 2m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Glasgow Airport (GLA) and Sunderland?

No, there is no direct bus from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Sunderland. However, there are services departing from Terminal Building and arriving at Interchange via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 31m.

Is there a direct train between Glasgow Airport (GLA) and Sunderland?

No, there is no direct train from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Sunderland. However, there are services departing from Glasgow Queen Street and arriving at Sunderland via Edinburgh Waverley and Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 27m.

How far is it from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Sunderland?

The distance between Glasgow Airport (GLA) and Sunderland is 192 miles. The road distance is 171 miles.

How do I travel from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Sunderland without a car?

The best way to get from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Sunderland without a car is to train via Edinburgh which takes 3h 27m and costs £50 - £150.

How long does it take to get from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Sunderland?

It takes approximately 3h 27m to get from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Sunderland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Sunderland bus from?

Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Sunderland bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Buchanan Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Sunderland train from?

Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Sunderland train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Glasgow Queen Street station.

Train, bus or fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Sunderland?

The best way to get from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Sunderland is to train via Edinburgh which takes 3h 27m and costs £50 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £19 - £40 and takes 5h 31m, you could also fly, which costs £55 - £160 and takes 3h 49m.

Where does the Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Sunderland bus arrive?

Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Sunderland bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Interchange station.

Where does the Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Sunderland train arrive?

Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Sunderland train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Sunderland?

Yes, the driving distance between Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Sunderland is 171 miles. It takes approximately 3h 2m to drive from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Sunderland.

How do I get a bus ticket from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Sunderland?

Book your Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Sunderland bus tickets online with FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Sunderland?

There are 1976+ hotels available in Sunderland.

Can I share a ride from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Sunderland?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Glasgow Airport (GLA) and Sunderland. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Sunderland - 7 ways to travel via train, and bus

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Train via Edinburgh
best
1. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Glasgow Queen Street - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Newcastletrain Edinburgh - London Kings Cross / ...
3h 27m
£53–144
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Interchangebus Ukn10 / ...
5h 31m
£19–37
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from Glasgow-GLA to Sunderlandrideshare 170 mi
3h 2m
Drive 170 mi
1. Drive from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Sunderlandcar 170 mi
3h 2m
£41–60
Fly
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Newcastle (NCL)plane GLA - NCL
3h 49m
£56–154
Train
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Newcastletrain Glasgow Central - Plymouth / ...
4h 28m
£59–138
Train via Carlisle
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Carlisletrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Sunderlandtrain Carlisle - Middlesbrough / ...
4h 36m
£61–139

Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Sunderland by bus, train, and subway

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Distance: 190.9 mi
Duration: 3h 27m

What companies run services between Glasgow Airport (GLA), Scotland and Sunderland, England?

You can take a bus from Terminal Building to Sunderland via Cathedral Street, Glasgow Queen Street, Edinburgh Waverley, Newcastle, and Central Station in around 3h 27m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Interchange hourly. Tickets cost £18–30 and the journey takes 4h 35m.

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