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

The cheapest way to get from Sunderland to Accrington is to drive which costs £26 - £40 and takes 2h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sunderland to Accrington is to drive which takes 2h 16m and costs £26 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Sunderland and Accrington?

No, there is no direct bus from Sunderland to Accrington. However, there are services departing from Sunderland Interchange and arriving at Warner Street via Shudehill Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 54m.

Is there a direct train between Sunderland and Accrington?

No, there is no direct train from Sunderland to Accrington. However, there are services departing from Sunderland and arriving at Accrington via Newcastle and Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 2m.

How far is it from Sunderland to Accrington?

The distance between Sunderland and Accrington is 129 miles. The road distance is 107.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Sunderland to Accrington without a car is to bus and train which takes 3h 57m and costs £30 - £70.

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

It takes approximately 3h 57m to get from Sunderland to Accrington, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sunderland to Accrington bus from?

Sunderland to Accrington bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Sunderland Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Sunderland to Accrington train from?

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

Train or bus from Sunderland to Accrington?

The best way to get from Sunderland to Accrington is to train which takes 4h 2m and costs £55 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 4h 54m.

Where does the Sunderland to Accrington bus arrive?

Sunderland to Accrington bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange station.

Where does the Sunderland to Accrington train arrive?

Sunderland to Accrington train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Leeds station.

Can I drive from Sunderland to Accrington?

Yes, the driving distance between Sunderland to Accrington is 107 miles. It takes approximately 2h 16m to drive from Sunderland to Accrington.

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

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

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

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Interchange to Nelson Street N2bus 172
2. Take the train from Bradford Interchange to Accringtontrain York - Blackpool North / ...
3h 57m
£32–67
Drive 106.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Sunderland to Accringtoncar 106.8 mi
2h 16m
£26–38
Train
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Leedstrain Newcastle - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2. Take the train from Leeds to Accringtontrain York - Blackpool North / ...
4h 2m
£57–123
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sunderland Interchange to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus Uk073
2. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Warner Streetbus X41
4h 54m
Train via Middlesbrough
1. Take the train from Sunderland to Middlesbroughtrain Carlisle - Middlesbrough / ...
2. Take the train from Middlesbrough to Hebden Bridgetrain Redcar Central - Manchester Victoria / ...
5h 6m
£56–102

Sunderland to Accrington by bus and train

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3h 57mAverage Duration

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Distance: 128.2 mi
Duration: 3h 57m

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

You can take a train from Sunderland to Accrington via Newcastle and Leeds in around 4h 2m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sunderland Interchange to Warner Street via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and Shudehill Interchange in around 4h 54m.

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