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Bristol to Sunderland by bus

The journey from Bristol to Sunderland by bus is 243.84 mi and takes 9 hrs 46 mins. There are 34 connections per day, with the first departure at 04:35 and the last at 20:00. It is possible to travel from Bristol to Sunderland by bus for as little as £30.36 or as much as £75.85. The best price for this journey is £30.36.

Lowest Price £30.36
Journey Duration 9 hrs 46 mins
Connection per Day 34
Lowest Price £30.36
Highest Price £75.85
First Departure 04:35
Last Departure 20:00
Distance 243.84 mi
Departure Bristol
Arrival Sunderland
Carriers Megabus, FlixBus

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Best time to book cheap bus tickets from Bristol to Sunderland

The cheapest Bristol - Sunderland bus tickets can be found for as low as £14.90 if you’re lucky, or £16.90 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as £20.56.

Find the best day to travel to Sunderland by bus

When travelling to Sunderland by bus, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!

Services on board Megabus, FlixBus and National Express from Bristol to Sunderland
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Bristol to Sunderland CO2 Emissions by Bus

Ecology
Train
27.47kg
Bus
29.43kg
Flight
78.49kg
Car
62.79kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a bus ticket from Bristol to Sunderland?
A bus ticket from Bristol to Sunderland is £51.72. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as £30.36.
What's the cheapest bus ticket from Bristol to Sunderland?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Bristol to Sunderland is £30.36. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between Bristol and Sunderland by bus?
Bristol to Sunderland is 243.84 mi.
How long does the bus between Bristol and Sunderland take?
Bristol to Sunderland is on average 9 hrs 46 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 8 hrs 25 mins.
Which companies operate from Bristol to Sunderland?
The bus journey from Bristol to Sunderland is covered by 2 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: Megabus, FlixBus and National Express.
How many bus connections per day go from Bristol to Sunderland?
Bristol to Sunderland has 34 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first bus from Bristol to Sunderland leave?
The earliest bus from Bristol to Sunderland departs at 04:35. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last bus from Bristol to Sunderland depart?
The latest bus from Bristol to Sunderland departs at 20:00. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from Bristol to Sunderland in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest bus ticket we have found is £30.36 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
How many direct connections depart from Bristol to Sunderland?
There are on average 17 direct connection(s) from Bristol to go to Sunderland.
What's the fastest journey time between Bristol to Sunderland by bus?
The fastest journey time by bus between Bristol and Sunderland is 8 hrs 25 mins.
Is there a direct bus from Bristol to Sunderland?
Yes, there is a direct bus between Bristol and Sunderland.
What are the CO2 emissions for Bristol to Sunderland by bus?
The bus journey from Bristol to Sunderland creates 29.43kg of CO2 emissions.

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