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

The cheapest way to get from Glasgow to Sunderland is to bus which costs £19 - £29 and takes 4h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Glasgow to Sunderland is to train via Edinburgh which takes 2h 57m and costs £35 - £120.

Is there a direct bus between Glasgow and Sunderland?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Buchanan Bus Station station and arriving at Interchange. Services depart every two hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Glasgow and Sunderland?

No, there is no direct train from Glasgow 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 2h 57m.

How far is it from Glasgow to Sunderland?

The distance between Glasgow and Sunderland is 183 miles. The road distance is 163.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Glasgow to Sunderland without a car is to train via Edinburgh which takes 2h 57m and costs £35 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 2h 57m to get from Glasgow to Sunderland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Glasgow to Sunderland bus from?

Glasgow to Sunderland bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Buchanan Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Glasgow to Sunderland train from?

Glasgow to Sunderland train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Glasgow Queen Street station.

Train or bus from Glasgow to Sunderland?

The best way to get from Glasgow to Sunderland is to train via Edinburgh which takes 2h 57m and costs £35 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £19 - £29 and takes 4h 35m.

Where does the Glasgow to Sunderland bus arrive?

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

Where does the Glasgow to Sunderland train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Glasgow to Sunderland?

Yes, the driving distance between Glasgow to Sunderland is 163 miles. It takes approximately 2h 58m to drive from Glasgow to Sunderland.

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

Book your Glasgow to Sunderland train tickets online with Omio.

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

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

Where can I stay near Sunderland?

There are 1964+ hotels available in Sunderland.

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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 / ...
2h 57m
£39–115
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Interchangebus Ukn10 / ...
4h 35m
£19–29
Drive 162.5 mi
1. Drive from Glasgow to Sunderlandcar 162.5 mi
2h 58m
£40–58
Fly, bus
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Newcastle (NCL)plane GLA - NCL
2. Take the bus from Newcastle Airport Terminal to Fawcett Streetbus
4h 47m
Train
1. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Newcastletrain
3h 1m
£33–54

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Distance: 181.8 mi
Duration: 2h 57m

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

You can take a train from Glasgow Queen Street to Sunderland via Edinburgh Waverley, Newcastle, and Central Station in around 2h 57m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Interchange every 2 hours. Tickets cost £19–29 and the journey takes 4h 35m.

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