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

The cheapest way to get from Watford to Sunderland is to line 321 bus and bus which costs £35 - £70 and takes 8h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Watford to Sunderland is to drive which takes 4h 16m and costs £65 - £95.

Is there a direct bus between Watford and Sunderland?

No, there is no direct bus from Watford to Sunderland. However, there are services departing from Clarendon Road and arriving at Interchange via Black Boy PH and Finchley Road / O2 Centre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Watford and Sunderland?

No, there is no direct train from Watford to Sunderland. However, there are services departing from Watford Junction and arriving at Sunderland via King's Cross and Newcastle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 21m.

How far is it from Watford to Sunderland?

The distance between Watford and Sunderland is 299 miles. The road distance is 260.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Watford to Sunderland without a car is to train via Newcastle which takes 4h 21m and costs £90 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 4h 21m to get from Watford to Sunderland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Watford to Sunderland bus from?

Watford to Sunderland bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Finchley Road / O2 Centre station.

Where do I catch the Watford to Sunderland train from?

Watford to Sunderland train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from King's Cross station.

Train or bus from Watford to Sunderland?

The best way to get from Watford to Sunderland is to train via Newcastle which takes 4h 21m and costs £90 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £85 and takes 7h 26m.

Where does the Watford to Sunderland bus arrive?

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

Where does the Watford to Sunderland train arrive?

Watford to Sunderland train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at Newcastle station.

Can I drive from Watford to Sunderland?

Yes, the driving distance between Watford to Sunderland is 260 miles. It takes approximately 4h 16m to drive from Watford to Sunderland.

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

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Where can I stay near Sunderland?

There are 1960+ hotels available in Sunderland.

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There are 9 ways to get from Watford to Sunderland by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via Newcastle
best
1. Take the train from King's Cross to Newcastletrain London Kings Cross - Edinburgh / ...
4h 21m
£92–162
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Finchley Road / O2 Centre to Interchangebus Ukn10 / ...
7h 26m
£38–83
Drive 258.7 mi
1. Drive from Watford to Sunderlandcar 258.7 mi
4h 16m
£65–94
Fly London Heathrow Airport to Newcastle, bus
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Newcastle (NCL)plane LHR - NCL
2. Take the bus from Newcastle Airport Terminal to Fawcett Streetbus
4h 2m
Train
1. Take the train from King's Cross to Sunderlandtrain London Kings Cross - Sunderland
5h 22m
£85–134
Line 321 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Market Street to Luton Station Interchangebus 321
2. Take the bus from Milton Keynes Coachway to Interchangebus 598 / ...
8h 44m
£39–68
Fly London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane LHR - EDI
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Newcastletrain
6h 20m
£102–340
Fly Luton Airport to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Fly from Luton Airport (LTN) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane LTN - EDI
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Newcastletrain
6h 16m
£65–229
Train to London City Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Take the train from Watford Junction to London Eustontrain
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane LCY - EDI
3. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Newcastletrain
4. Take the train from Newcastle to Sunderlandtrain
6h 26m
£123–408

Watford to Sunderland by train and foot

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4h 21mAverage Duration

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Distance: 296.9 mi
Duration: 4h 21m

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

London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) operates a train from King's Cross to Newcastle every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £85–130 and the journey takes 2h 39m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Finchley Road / O2 Centre to Interchange 5 times a day. Tickets cost £30–50 and the journey takes 5h 15m. National Express also services this route once daily.

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