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

The cheapest way to get from Southport to Sunderland is to bus which costs £29 - £70 and takes 8h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Southport to Sunderland is to drive which takes 2h 56m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Southport and Sunderland?

No, there is no direct bus from Southport to Sunderland. However, there are services departing from Duke Street and arriving at Interchange via Wigan Bus Station, Leigh Bus Station and Manchester Central Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Southport and Sunderland?

No, there is no direct train from Southport to Sunderland. However, there are services departing from Southport and arriving at Sunderland via Wigan North Western and Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 7m.

How far is it from Southport to Sunderland?

The distance between Southport and Sunderland is 195 miles. The road distance is 134.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Southport to Sunderland without a car is to train via Carlisle which takes 5h 7m and costs £70 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 5h 7m to get from Southport to Sunderland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Southport to Sunderland bus from?

Southport to Sunderland bus services, operated by Arriva UK, depart from Duke Street station.

Where do I catch the Southport to Sunderland train from?

Southport to Sunderland train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Wigan North Western station.

Train or bus from Southport to Sunderland?

The best way to get from Southport to Sunderland is to train via Carlisle which takes 5h 7m and costs £70 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £29 - £70 and takes 8h 50m.

Where does the Southport to Sunderland bus arrive?

Southport to Sunderland bus services, operated by Arriva UK, arrive at Wigan Bus Station.

Where does the Southport to Sunderland train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Southport to Sunderland?

Yes, the driving distance between Southport to Sunderland is 135 miles. It takes approximately 2h 56m to drive from Southport to Sunderland.

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

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Where can I stay near Sunderland?

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

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

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Train via Carlisle
best
1. Take the train from Wigan North Western to Carlisletrain London Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Sunderlandtrain Carlisle - Middlesbrough / ...
5h 7m
£71–132
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Duke Street to Wigan Bus Stationbus 375 / ...
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Interchangebus 172
8h 50m
£30–67
Drive 134.1 mi
1. Drive from Southport to Sunderlandcar 134.1 mi
2h 56m
£33–48
Train
1. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Newcastletrain Liverpool Lime Street - Newcastle
5h 38m
£77–147

Southport to Sunderland by train

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Distance: 194.1 mi
Duration: 5h 7m

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

You can take a train from Southport to Sunderland via Wigan Wallgate, Wigan North Western, and Carlisle in around 5h 7m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Duke Street to Interchange via Wigan Bus Station, Leigh Bus Station, Charlotte Street, and Manchester Central Coach Station in around 8h 50m.

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