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

The cheapest way to get from Sheffield to Sunderland is to bus which costs £15 - £24 and takes 4h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sheffield to Sunderland is to drive which takes 2h 6m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Sheffield and Sunderland?

No, there is no direct bus from Sheffield to Sunderland. However, there are services departing from Castle Street/CG22 and arriving at Interchange via Meadowhall Interchange/B1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Sheffield and Sunderland?

No, there is no direct train from Sheffield to Sunderland. However, there are services departing from Sheffield and arriving at Sunderland via Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 32m.

How far is it from Sheffield to Sunderland?

The distance between Sheffield and Sunderland is 143 miles. The road distance is 123.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Sheffield to Sunderland without a car is to train and subway which takes 2h 32m and costs £70 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 2h 32m to get from Sheffield to Sunderland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sheffield to Sunderland bus from?

Sheffield to Sunderland bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Meadowhall Interchange/B1 station.

Where do I catch the Sheffield to Sunderland train from?

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

Where does the Sheffield to Sunderland bus arrive?

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

Where does the Sheffield to Sunderland train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Sheffield to Sunderland?

Yes, the driving distance between Sheffield to Sunderland is 123 miles. It takes approximately 2h 6m to drive from Sheffield to Sunderland.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Sunderland?

There are 1930+ hotels available in Sunderland.

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

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

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Train, subway
best
1. Take the train from Sheffield to Newcastletrain Reading - Newcastle / ...
2. Take the subway from Central Station to Sunderlandsubway Grn
2h 32m
£70–100
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Meadowhall Interchange/B1 to Interchangebus Uk010
4h 3m
£15–64
Drive 122.7 mi
1. Drive from Sheffield to Sunderlandcar 122.7 mi
2h 6m
£31–44
Bus #2
1. Take the bus from Sheffield Meadowhall Interchange to Sunderland Interchangebus Uk010
4h 3m
£15–24

Sheffield to Sunderland by train and subway

157Weekly Services

2h 32mAverage Duration

£70Cheapest Price

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Distance: 142 mi
Duration: 2h 32m

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

FlixBus operates a bus from Meadowhall Interchange/B1 to Interchange 3 times a day. Tickets cost £12–20 and the journey takes 2h 45m. National Express also services this route once daily.

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