What is the cheapest way to get from Kings Cross to Sunderland?

The cheapest way to get from Kings Cross to Sunderland is to bus which costs £30 - £150 and takes 6h 12m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kings Cross to Sunderland?

The fastest way to get from Kings Cross to Sunderland is to train via Central Station which takes 3h 10m and costs £90 - £130.

Is there a direct bus between Kings Cross and Sunderland?

No, there is no direct bus from Kings Cross to Sunderland. However, there are services departing from Finchley Road / O2 Centre and arriving at Interchange via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 12m.

Is there a direct train between Kings Cross and Sunderland?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from King's Cross and arriving at Sunderland. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 22m.

How far is it from Kings Cross to Sunderland?

The distance between Kings Cross and Sunderland is 281 miles. The road distance is 267.7 miles.

How do I travel from Kings Cross to Sunderland without a car?

The best way to get from Kings Cross to Sunderland without a car is to train via Central Station which takes 3h 10m and costs £90 - £130.

How long does it take to get from Kings Cross to Sunderland?

It takes approximately 3h 10m to get from Kings Cross to Sunderland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kings Cross to Sunderland bus from?

Kings Cross to Sunderland bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Finchley Road / O2 Centre station.

Where do I catch the Kings Cross to Sunderland train from?

Kings Cross to Sunderland train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from King's Cross station.

Train, bus or fly from Kings Cross to Sunderland?

The best way to get from Kings Cross to Sunderland is to train via Central Station which takes 3h 10m and costs £90 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £150 and takes 6h 12m, you could also fly, which costs £60 - £300 and takes 4h.

Where does the Kings Cross to Sunderland bus arrive?

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

Where does the Kings Cross to Sunderland train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kings Cross to Sunderland?

Yes, the driving distance between Kings Cross to Sunderland is 268 miles. It takes approximately 4h 43m to drive from Kings Cross to Sunderland.

How do I get a train ticket from Kings Cross to Sunderland?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Kings Cross to Sunderland?

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Where can I stay near Sunderland?

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Kings Cross to Sunderland - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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Train via Central Station
best
1. Take the train from King's Cross to Newcastletrain London Kings Cross - Edinburgh / ...
3h 10m
£93–130
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Finchley Road / O2 Centre to Interchangebus Ukn10 / ...
6h 12m
£33–142
Drive 266.2 mi
1. Drive from Kings Cross to Sunderlandcar 266.2 mi
4h 43m
£65–93
Fly from London Heathrow Airport
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Newcastle (NCL)plane LHR - NCL
4h
£61–292
Train
1. Take the train from King's Cross to Sunderlandtrain London Kings Cross - Sunderland
3h 22m
£70–120
Train to Southampton Airport, fly
1. Take the train from London Waterloo to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Newcastle (NCL)plane SOU - NCL
4h 42m
£113–281

Kings Cross to Sunderland by subway and bus

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6h 12mAverage Duration

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Distance: 279 mi
Duration: 3h 10m

What companies run services between Kings Cross, Greater London, England and Sunderland, England?

London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) operates a train from King's Cross to Newcastle every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £90–130 and the journey takes 2h 38m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Finchley Road / O2 Centre to Interchange hourly. Tickets cost £30–55 and the journey takes 5h 15m. National Express also services this route 3 times a day.

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