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

The cheapest way to get from Inverness to Sunderland is to bus and train which costs £35 - £70 and takes 7h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Inverness to Sunderland is to drive which takes 5h 25m and costs £65 - £100.

Is there a direct bus between Inverness and Sunderland?

No, there is no direct bus from Inverness station to Sunderland. However, there are services departing from Bus Station Stance 3 and arriving at Interchange via Edinburgh, Bus Station and John Dobson Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 31m.

Is there a direct train between Inverness and Sunderland?

No, there is no direct train from Inverness to Sunderland. However, there are services departing from Inverness and arriving at Sunderland via Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 36m.

How far is it from Inverness to Sunderland?

The distance between Inverness and Sunderland is 322 miles. The road distance is 276.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Inverness to Sunderland without a car is to train which takes 5h 36m and costs £95 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 5h 36m to get from Inverness to Sunderland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Inverness to Sunderland bus from?

Inverness to Sunderland bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bus Station Stance 3.

Where do I catch the Inverness to Sunderland train from?

Inverness to Sunderland train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Inverness station.

Train or bus from Inverness to Sunderland?

The best way to get from Inverness to Sunderland is to train which takes 5h 36m and costs £95 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £80 and takes 8h 31m.

Where does the Inverness to Sunderland bus arrive?

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

Where does the Inverness to Sunderland train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Inverness to Sunderland?

Yes, the driving distance between Inverness to Sunderland is 277 miles. It takes approximately 5h 25m to drive from Inverness to Sunderland.

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

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

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

Where can I stay near Sunderland?

There are 1930+ hotels available in Sunderland.

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There are 5 ways to get from Inverness to Sunderland by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Inverness to Newcastletrain Inverness - London Kings Cross / ...
5h 36m
£99–160
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus Uk094
2. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to John Dobson Streetbus Ukn11 / ...
8h 31m
£35–77
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Inverness Union Street to George Streetbus Ember
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Newcastletrain
7h 31m
£37–66
Drive 275.1 mi
1. Drive from Inverness to Sunderlandcar 275.1 mi
5h 25m
£68–98
Fly, bus
1. Fly from Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV) to Newcastle (NCL)plane INV - NCL
2. Take the bus from Newcastle Airport Terminal to Fawcett Streetbus
6h 43m

Inverness to Sunderland by train and subway

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5h 36mAverage Duration

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Distance: 320.3 mi
Duration: 5h 36m

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

London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) operates a train from Inverness to Newcastle once daily. Tickets cost £100–150 and the journey takes 4h 59m. Caledonian Sleeper also services this route once a week. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Interchange via Edinburgh, Bus Station and John Dobson Street in around 8h 31m.

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