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 £45 - £130 and takes 8h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Watford to Sunderland is to fly which takes 3h 46m and costs £45 - £240.

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 6h 59m.

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 13m.

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 13m and costs £95 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 4h 13m 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 Arriva UK, depart from Market Street 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, bus or fly from Watford to Sunderland?

The best way to get from Watford to Sunderland is to train via Newcastle which takes 4h 13m and costs £95 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £140 and takes 6h 59m, you could also fly, which costs £45 - £240 and takes 3h 46m.

Where does the Watford to Sunderland bus arrive?

Watford to Sunderland bus services, operated by Arriva UK, arrive at Luton Station Interchange.

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?

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Watford to Sunderland - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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Train via Newcastle
best
1. Take the train from King's Cross to Newcastletrain London Kings Cross - Edinburgh / ...
4h 13m
£99–179
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Finchley Road / O2 Centre to Interchangebus Ukn10 / ...
6h 59m
£38–133
Drive 258.7 mi
1. Drive from Watford to Sunderlandcar 258.7 mi
4h 16m
£63–91
Fly from London Heathrow Airport
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Newcastle (NCL)plane LHR - NCL
3h 46m
£48–237
Train
1. Take the train from King's Cross to Sunderlandtrain London Kings Cross - Sunderland
5h 21m
£85–169
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 35m
£45–122
Train, train to Southampton Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Watford Junction to Clapham Junctiontrain
2. Take the train from Clapham Junction to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
3. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Newcastle (NCL)plane SOU - NCL
5h 24m
£118–293

Watford to Sunderland by train and foot

195Weekly Services

4h 13mAverage Duration

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Distance: 296.9 mi
Duration: 4h 13m

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 £90–130 and the journey takes 2h 39m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Finchley Road / O2 Centre to Interchange hourly. Tickets cost £30–55 and the journey takes 5h 15m. National Express also services this route 3 times a day.

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