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

The cheapest way to get from Sunderland to Bristol is to bus via Leeds which costs £29 - £80 and takes 7h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sunderland to Bristol is to drive which takes 4h 46m and costs £65 - £100.

Is there a direct bus between Sunderland and Bristol?

No, there is no direct bus from Sunderland to Bristol station. However, there are services departing from Interchange and arriving at Bristol Bus Station via Leeds City Bus & Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Sunderland and Bristol?

No, there is no direct train from Sunderland to Bristol. However, there are services departing from Sunderland and arriving at Bristol Temple Meads via Newcastle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 16m.

How far is it from Sunderland to Bristol?

The distance between Sunderland and Bristol is 296 miles. The road distance is 280.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Sunderland to Bristol without a car is to train which takes 6h 16m and costs £160 - £240.

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

It takes approximately 2h 35m to get from Sunderland to Bristol, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sunderland to Bristol bus from?

Sunderland to Bristol bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Sunderland to Bristol train from?

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

Train or bus from Sunderland to Bristol?

The best way to get from Sunderland to Bristol is to train which takes 6h 16m and costs £160 - £240. Alternatively, you can bus via Leeds, which costs £29 - £80 and takes 7h 45m.

Where does the Sunderland to Bristol bus arrive?

Sunderland to Bristol bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Leeds City Bus & Coach Station.

Where does the Sunderland to Bristol train arrive?

Sunderland to Bristol train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Bristol Temple Meads station.

Can I drive from Sunderland to Bristol?

Yes, the driving distance between Sunderland to Bristol is 281 miles. It takes approximately 4h 46m to drive from Sunderland to Bristol.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Bristol?

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Sunderland to Bristol - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, plane, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Sunderland to Bristol by bus, plane, train, or car

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Bus, fly to Bristol Airport
best
1. Take the bus from Fawcett Street to Newcastle Airport Terminalbus
2. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane NCL - BRS
2h 35m
Bus via Leeds
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Interchange to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus 133 / ...
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Bristol Bus Stationbus Uk070 / ...
7h 45m
£29–77
Train
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Bristol Temple Meadstrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
6h 16m
£165–238
Drive 279.1 mi
1. Drive from Sunderland to Bristolcar 279.1 mi
4h 46m
£69–100
Bus, fly to Southampton Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Fawcett Street to Newcastle Airport Terminalbus
2. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Southampton Airport (SOU)plane NCL - SOU
3. Take the train from Southampton Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
4h 58m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Interchange to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 133
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Stationbus 111 / ...
8h 15m
£57–141

Sunderland to Bristol by train

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Distance: 294.1 mi
Duration: 2h 35m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Newcastle to Bristol Temple Meads every 2 hours. Tickets cost £160–230 and the journey takes 4h 57m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Interchange to Bristol Bus Station via Leeds City Bus & Coach Station in around 7h 45m.

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