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

The cheapest way to get from Scarborough to Sunderland is to bus which costs £13 - £21 and takes 5h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Scarborough to Sunderland is to drive which takes 1h 37m and costs £18 - £28.

Is there a direct bus between Scarborough and Sunderland?

No, there is no direct bus from Scarborough station to Sunderland. However, there are services departing from Rail Station and arriving at Interchange via Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 59m.

Is there a direct train between Scarborough and Sunderland?

No, there is no direct train from Scarborough to Sunderland. However, there are services departing from Scarborough and arriving at Sunderland via York and Newcastle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 31m.

How far is it from Scarborough to Sunderland?

The distance between Scarborough and Sunderland is 134 miles. The road distance is 77.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Scarborough to Sunderland without a car is to train via Newcastle which takes 2h 31m and costs £45 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 2h 31m to get from Scarborough to Sunderland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Scarborough to Sunderland bus from?

Scarborough to Sunderland bus services, operated by Yorkshire Coastliner, depart from Rail Station.

Where do I catch the Scarborough to Sunderland train from?

Scarborough to Sunderland train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Scarborough station.

Train or bus from Scarborough to Sunderland?

The best way to get from Scarborough to Sunderland is to train via Newcastle which takes 2h 31m and costs £45 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £13 - £21 and takes 5h 59m.

Where does the Scarborough to Sunderland bus arrive?

Scarborough to Sunderland bus services, operated by Yorkshire Coastliner, arrive at Leeds Bus Station Entrance.

Where does the Scarborough to Sunderland train arrive?

Scarborough to Sunderland train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at York station.

Can I drive from Scarborough to Sunderland?

Yes, the driving distance between Scarborough to Sunderland is 78 miles. It takes approximately 1h 37m to drive from Scarborough to Sunderland.

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

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

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Train via Newcastle
best
1. Take the train from Scarborough to Yorktrain Scarborough - Manchester Victoria / ...
2. Take the train from York to Newcastletrain London Kings Cross - Edinburgh / ...
2h 31m
£46–104
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Rail Station to Leeds Bus Station Entrancebus 843
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Interchangebus Uk010
5h 59m
£13–21
Drive 77.2 mi
1. Drive from Scarborough to Sunderlandcar 77.2 mi
1h 37m
£19–28
Train
1. Take the train from Scarborough to Yorktrain Scarborough - Manchester Victoria / ...
2. Take the train from York to Sunderlandtrain London Kings Cross - Sunderland
3h 20m
£36–65
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Thornton Cross to Boyesbus 840
2. Take the train from Whitby to Sunderlandtrain Whitby - Newcastle
6h 7m
£32–56

Scarborough to Sunderland by train

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Distance: 132.8 mi
Duration: 2h 31m

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

You can take a train from Scarborough to Sunderland via York and Newcastle in around 2h 31m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rail Station to Interchange via Leeds City Bus Station in around 5h 59m.

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