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

The cheapest way to get from Ormskirk to Sunderland is to bus which costs £22 - £40 and takes 7h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ormskirk to Sunderland is to drive which takes 2h 48m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Ormskirk and Sunderland?

No, there is no direct bus from Ormskirk station to Sunderland. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Sunderland Interchange via Liverpool, Liverpool One. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Ormskirk and Sunderland?

No, there is no direct train from Ormskirk to Sunderland. However, there are services departing from Ormskirk and arriving at Sunderland via Preston and Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 46m.

How far is it from Ormskirk to Sunderland?

The distance between Ormskirk and Sunderland is 178 miles. The road distance is 136.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ormskirk to Sunderland without a car is to train via Carlisle which takes 4h 46m and costs £40 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 4h 46m to get from Ormskirk to Sunderland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ormskirk to Sunderland bus from?

Ormskirk to Sunderland bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Liverpool, Liverpool One station.

Where do I catch the Ormskirk to Sunderland train from?

Ormskirk to Sunderland train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Preston station.

Train or bus from Ormskirk to Sunderland?

The best way to get from Ormskirk to Sunderland is to train via Carlisle which takes 4h 46m and costs £40 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £22 - £40 and takes 7h 40m.

Where does the Ormskirk to Sunderland bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ormskirk to Sunderland train arrive?

Ormskirk to Sunderland train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Carlisle station.

Can I drive from Ormskirk to Sunderland?

Yes, the driving distance between Ormskirk to Sunderland is 136 miles. It takes approximately 2h 48m to drive from Ormskirk to Sunderland.

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

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Where can I stay near Sunderland?

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Ormskirk to Sunderland - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 375 bus

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

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Train via Carlisle
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Carlisletrain Preston - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Sunderlandtrain Carlisle - Middlesbrough / ...
4h 46m
£43–104
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Liverpool, Liverpool One to Sunderland Interchangebus Uk931 / ...
7h 40m
£23–38
Drive 135.4 mi
1. Drive from Ormskirk to Sunderlandcar 135.4 mi
2h 48m
£34–49
Train
1. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Newcastletrain Liverpool Lime Street - Newcastle
5h 3m
£62–105
Line 375 bus, line 609 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Wigan Bus Stationbus 375 / ...
2. Take the bus from Wigan Bus Station to Leigh Bus Stationbus 609 / ...
3. Take the bus from Leigh Bus Station to St Peter's Squarebus V1 / ...
4. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Interchangebus 172
7h 48m
£27–42

Ormskirk to Sunderland by train

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Distance: 177 mi
Duration: 4h 46m

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

You can take a train from Ormskirk to Sunderland via Preston and Carlisle in around 4h 46m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Liverpool, Liverpool One to Sunderland Interchange 3 times a day. Tickets cost £21–35 and the journey takes 5h 15m.

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