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

The cheapest way to get from Plymouth to Sunderland is to bus via Leeds which costs £40 - £70 and takes 11h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Plymouth to Sunderland is to train and fly which takes 4h 58m and costs £110 - £250.

Is there a direct bus between Plymouth and Sunderland?

No, there is no direct bus from Plymouth station to Sunderland. However, there are services departing from Plymouth Coach Station and arriving at Interchange via Bristol Bus Station and Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 53m.

Is there a direct train between Plymouth and Sunderland?

No, there is no direct train from Plymouth to Sunderland. However, there are services departing from Plymouth and arriving at Sunderland via Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 43m.

How far is it from Plymouth to Sunderland?

The distance between Plymouth and Sunderland is 448 miles. The road distance is 395.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Plymouth to Sunderland without a car is to train which takes 7h 43m and costs £240 - £340.

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

It takes approximately 7h 43m to get from Plymouth to Sunderland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Plymouth to Sunderland bus from?

Plymouth to Sunderland bus services, operated by Stagecoach South West, depart from Plymouth Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Plymouth to Sunderland train from?

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

Train or bus from Plymouth to Sunderland?

The best way to get from Plymouth to Sunderland is to train which takes 7h 43m and costs £240 - £340. Alternatively, you can bus via Leeds, which costs £40 - £70 and takes 11h 53m.

Where does the Plymouth to Sunderland bus arrive?

Plymouth to Sunderland bus services, operated by Stagecoach South West, arrive at Cabot Circus station.

Where does the Plymouth to Sunderland train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Plymouth to Sunderland?

Yes, the driving distance between Plymouth to Sunderland is 395 miles. It takes approximately 6h 37m to drive from Plymouth to Sunderland.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Sunderland?

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Plymouth to Sunderland - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 7 ways to get from Plymouth to Sunderland by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Plymouth to Newcastletrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
7h 43m
£240–336
Bus via Leeds
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Plymouth Coach Station to Cabot Circusbus Fal
2. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Interchangebus
11h 53m
£40–66
Drive 393.1 mi
1. Drive from Plymouth to Sunderlandcar 393.1 mi
6h 37m
£96–138
Train to Exeter, fly
1. Take the train from Plymouth to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to Newcastle (NCL)plane EXT - NCL
4h 58m
£111–250
Bus
1. Take the bus from Plymouth Coach Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 101 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Interchangebus 133
12h
£76–191
Train to Bristol Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Plymouth to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Newcastle (NCL)plane BRS - NCL
5h 36m
£86–193
Train, train to Southampton Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Plymouth to Readingtrain
2. Take the train from Reading to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
3. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Newcastle (NCL)plane SOU - NCL
7h 26m
£189–397

Plymouth to Sunderland by bus

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Distance: 445.2 mi
Duration: 7h 43m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Plymouth to Newcastle every 2 hours. Tickets cost £230–340 and the journey takes 7h 11m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Plymouth Coach Station to Interchange via Cabot Circus, Bristol Bus Station, Leeds City Bus & Coach Station, and Leeds City Bus Station in around 11h 53m.

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