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

The cheapest way to get from Leicester to Sunderland is to bus which costs £22 - £40 and takes 5h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leicester to Sunderland is to drive which takes 3h 1m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Leicester and Sunderland?

No, there is no direct bus from Leicester station to Sunderland. However, there are services departing from St Margaret's Bus Station and arriving at Interchange via Asda. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Leicester and Sunderland?

No, there is no direct train from Leicester to Sunderland. However, there are services departing from Leicester and arriving at Sunderland via Sheffield and Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 12m.

How far is it from Leicester to Sunderland?

The distance between Leicester and Sunderland is 209 miles. The road distance is 174.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Leicester to Sunderland without a car is to train which takes 4h 12m and costs £85 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 4h 12m to get from Leicester to Sunderland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Sunderland bus from?

Leicester to Sunderland bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Asda station.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Sunderland train from?

Leicester to Sunderland train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Leicester station.

Train or bus from Leicester to Sunderland?

The best way to get from Leicester to Sunderland is to train which takes 4h 12m and costs £85 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £22 - £40 and takes 5h 45m.

Where does the Leicester to Sunderland bus arrive?

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

Where does the Leicester to Sunderland train arrive?

Leicester to Sunderland train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Sheffield station.

Can I drive from Leicester to Sunderland?

Yes, the driving distance between Leicester to Sunderland is 174 miles. It takes approximately 3h 1m to drive from Leicester to Sunderland.

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

Book your Leicester to Sunderland train tickets online with Omio.

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

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

Where can I stay near Sunderland?

There are 1963+ hotels available in Sunderland.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Leicester to Sheffieldtrain London St Pancras International - Sheffield / ...
2. Take the train from Sheffield to Newcastletrain Reading - Newcastle / ...
4h 12m
£89–133
Bus via Leeds
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station to Leeds Cultural Stop Cbus Uk900 / ...
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Interchangebus 133 / ...
5h 55m
£22–41
Bus
1. Take the bus from Asda to Interchangebus Uk010
5h 45m
£23–36
Drive 173.2 mi
1. Drive from Leicester to Sunderlandcar 173.2 mi
3h 1m
£44–63

Leicester to Sunderland by train and subway

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4h 12mAverage Duration

£89Cheapest Price

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Distance: 207.5 mi
Duration: 4h 12m

What companies run services between Leicester, England and Sunderland, England?

You can take a train from Leicester to Sunderland via Sheffield, Newcastle, and Central Station in around 4h 12m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Asda to Interchange twice daily. Tickets cost £22–35 and the journey takes 4h 10m.

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