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

The cheapest way to get from Sunderland to Liverpool is to bus which costs £20 - £35 and takes 5h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sunderland to Liverpool is to drive which takes 3h 1m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Sunderland and Liverpool?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Sunderland Interchange and arriving at Liverpool, Liverpool One. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Sunderland and Liverpool?

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

How far is it from Sunderland to Liverpool?

The distance between Sunderland and Liverpool is 191 miles. The road distance is 149.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Sunderland to Liverpool without a car is to train which takes 4h 2m and costs £65 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 4h 2m to get from Sunderland to Liverpool, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sunderland to Liverpool bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Sunderland to Liverpool train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Sunderland to Liverpool?

The best way to get from Sunderland to Liverpool is to train which takes 4h 2m and costs £65 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £20 - £35 and takes 5h 20m, you could also fly, which costs £55 - £160 and takes 5h 8m.

Where does the Sunderland to Liverpool bus arrive?

Sunderland to Liverpool bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Liverpool, Liverpool One station.

Where does the Sunderland to Liverpool train arrive?

Sunderland to Liverpool train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Liverpool Lime Street station.

Can I drive from Sunderland to Liverpool?

Yes, the driving distance between Sunderland to Liverpool is 149 miles. It takes approximately 3h 1m to drive from Sunderland to Liverpool.

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

Book your Sunderland to Liverpool train tickets online with Omio.

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

Book your Sunderland to Liverpool bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Liverpool?

There are 2227+ hotels available in Liverpool.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Liverpool Lime Streettrain Newcastle - Liverpool Lime Street
4h 2m
£70–118
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sunderland Interchange to Liverpool, Liverpool Onebus Uk930
5h 20m
£20–35
Drive 148.6 mi
1. Drive from Sunderland to Liverpoolcar 148.6 mi
3h 1m
£37–53
Fly
1. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Liverpool (LPL)plane NCL - LPL
5h 8m
£58–157
Bus via Manchester
1. Take the bus from Interchange to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 172
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Liverpool, Liverpool Onebus 170 / ...
5h 44m
£30–74

Sunderland to Liverpool by train

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Distance: 189.8 mi
Duration: 4h 2m

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

TransPennine Express operates a train from Newcastle to Liverpool Lime Street hourly. Tickets cost £65–110 and the journey takes 2h 59m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Sunderland Interchange to Liverpool, Liverpool One once daily. Tickets cost £20–35 and the journey takes 5h 20m.

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