What is the cheapest way to get from Newcastle Airport to Sunderland?

The cheapest way to get from Newcastle Airport to Sunderland is to subway which costs £1 - £4 and takes 55 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Newcastle Airport to Sunderland?

The fastest way to get from Newcastle Airport to Sunderland is to drive which takes 29 min and costs £4 - £7.

Is there a direct bus between Newcastle Airport and Sunderland?

No, there is no direct bus from Newcastle Airport to Sunderland. However, there are services departing from Newcastle Airport Ponteland Road and arriving at Interchange via John Dobson Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Newcastle Airport and Sunderland?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Newcastle Airport and arriving at Sunderland. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 55 min.

How far is it from Newcastle Airport to Sunderland?

The distance between Newcastle Airport and Sunderland is 19 miles. The road distance is 19.4 miles.

How do I travel from Newcastle Airport to Sunderland without a car?

The best way to get from Newcastle Airport to Sunderland without a car is to subway which takes 55 min and costs £1 - £4.

How long does it take to get from Newcastle Airport to Sunderland?

The subway from Newcastle Airport to Sunderland takes 55 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the Newcastle Airport to Sunderland bus from?

Newcastle Airport to Sunderland bus services, operated by Stagecoach North East, depart from Newcastle Airport Ponteland Road station.

Where do I catch the Newcastle Airport to Sunderland train from?

Newcastle Airport to Sunderland train services, operated by Nexus Metro, depart from Newcastle Airport station.

Where does the Newcastle Airport to Sunderland bus arrive?

Newcastle Airport to Sunderland bus services, operated by Stagecoach North East, arrive at Eldon Square Bus Station.

Where does the Newcastle Airport to Sunderland train arrive?

Newcastle Airport to Sunderland train services, operated by Nexus Metro, arrive at Sunderland station.

Can I drive from Newcastle Airport to Sunderland?

Yes, the driving distance between Newcastle Airport to Sunderland is 19 miles. It takes approximately 29 min to drive from Newcastle Airport to Sunderland.

Where can I stay near Sunderland?

There are 1971+ hotels available in Sunderland.

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There are 4 ways to get from Newcastle Airport to Sunderland by subway, bus, car, or taxi

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Subway
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1. Take the subway from Newcastle Airport to Sunderlandsubway Grn
55 min
£1–4
Bus
1. Take the bus from Newcastle Airport Ponteland Road to Eldon Square Bus Stationbus X78 / ...
2. Take the bus from John Dobson Street to Interchangebus Ukn10 / ...
1h 38m
£4–7
Drive 19.3 mi
1. Drive from Newcastle Airport to Sunderlandcar 19.3 mi
29 min
£5–7
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Newcastle Airport to Sunderlandtaxi 19.3 mi
29 min
£40–55

Newcastle Airport to Sunderland by subway

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Distance: 19.4 mi
Duration: 55 min

What companies run services between Newcastle Airport, England and Sunderland, England?

Nexus Metro operates a subway from Newcastle Airport to Sunderland every 10 minutes. Tickets cost £3–4 and the journey takes 55 min. Nexus Rail also services this route once daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Newcastle Airport Ponteland Road to Interchange via Eldon Square Bus Station and John Dobson Street in around 1h 38m.

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