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

The cheapest way to get from Motherwell to Sunderland is to bus which costs £22 - £35 and takes 5h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Motherwell to Sunderland is to drive which takes 2h 42m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Motherwell and Sunderland?

No, there is no direct bus from Motherwell to Sunderland. However, there are services departing from Hamilton Road and arriving at Interchange via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 46m.

Is there a direct train between Motherwell and Sunderland?

No, there is no direct train from Motherwell to Sunderland. However, there are services departing from Motherwell and arriving at Sunderland via Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 54m.

How far is it from Motherwell to Sunderland?

The distance between Motherwell and Sunderland is 172 miles. The road distance is 152.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Motherwell to Sunderland without a car is to train which takes 2h 54m and costs £40 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 2h 54m to get from Motherwell to Sunderland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Motherwell to Sunderland bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Motherwell to Sunderland train from?

Motherwell to Sunderland train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Motherwell station.

Train or bus from Motherwell to Sunderland?

The best way to get from Motherwell to Sunderland is to train which takes 2h 54m and costs £40 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £22 - £35 and takes 5h 46m.

Where does the Motherwell to Sunderland bus arrive?

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

Where does the Motherwell to Sunderland train arrive?

Motherwell to Sunderland train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Newcastle station.

Can I drive from Motherwell to Sunderland?

Yes, the driving distance between Motherwell to Sunderland is 152 miles. It takes approximately 2h 42m to drive from Motherwell to Sunderland.

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

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Where can I stay near Sunderland?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Motherwell to Newcastletrain Glasgow Central - Plymouth / ...
2h 54m
£40–110
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Interchangebus Ukn10 / ...
5h 46m
£22–34
Drive 151.5 mi
1. Drive from Motherwell to Sunderlandcar 151.5 mi
2h 42m
£38–55
Train via Carlisle
1. Take the train from Motherwell to Carlisletrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Sunderlandtrain Carlisle - Middlesbrough / ...
3h 47m
£39–92

Motherwell to Sunderland by train and subway

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Distance: 171.2 mi
Duration: 2h 54m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Motherwell to Newcastle 3 times a day. Tickets cost £70–110 and the journey takes 2h 21m. Caledonian Sleeper also services this route once a week. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Interchange hourly. Tickets cost £18–28 and the journey takes 4h 35m.

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