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Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Middlesbrough to Sunderland from various bus operators like National Express or FlixBus for the next days.

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Cheapest bus trips today
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	0h 45m	6:15 PM	Middlesbrough	Bus Station	7:00 PM	Sunderland	Interchange	Economy	$7	A Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Middlesbrough (United Kingdom) at 12/4/2025 6:15:00 PM to Interchange, Sunderland (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/4/2025 7:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $7 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 45m
National Express	0h 40m	10:35 PM	Middlesbrough	Bus Station	11:15 PM	Sunderland	Interchange	Economy	$7	A Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Middlesbrough (United Kingdom) at 12/4/2025 10:35:00 PM to Interchange, Sunderland (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/4/2025 11:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $7 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 40m
National Express	0h 40m	6:30 PM	Middlesbrough	Bus Station	7:10 PM	Sunderland	Interchange	Economy	$8	A Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Middlesbrough (United Kingdom) at 12/4/2025 6:30:00 PM to Interchange, Sunderland (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/4/2025 7:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $8 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 40m
National Express	0h 45m	10:35 AM	Middlesbrough	Bus Station	11:20 AM	Sunderland	Interchange	Economy	$9	A Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Middlesbrough (United Kingdom) at 12/4/2025 10:35:00 AM to Interchange, Sunderland (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/4/2025 11:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $9 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 45m
National Express	0h 45m	2:15 PM	Middlesbrough	Bus Station	3:00 PM	Sunderland	Interchange	Economy	$9	A Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Middlesbrough (United Kingdom) at 12/4/2025 2:15:00 PM to Interchange, Sunderland (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/4/2025 3:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $9 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 45m

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	0h 40m	3:00 AM	Middlesbrough	Bus Station	3:40 AM	Sunderland	Interchange	Economy	$6	A Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Middlesbrough (United Kingdom) at 12/5/2025 3:00:00 AM to Interchange, Sunderland (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/5/2025 3:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $6 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 40m
National Express	0h 45m	10:35 AM	Middlesbrough	Bus Station	11:20 AM	Sunderland	Interchange	Economy	$7	A Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Middlesbrough (United Kingdom) at 12/5/2025 10:35:00 AM to Interchange, Sunderland (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/5/2025 11:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $7 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 45m
National Express	0h 50m	5:30 PM	Middlesbrough	Bus Station	6:20 PM	Sunderland	Interchange	Economy	$7	A Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Middlesbrough (United Kingdom) at 12/5/2025 5:30:00 PM to Interchange, Sunderland (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/5/2025 6:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $7 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 50m
National Express	0h 40m	10:05 PM	Middlesbrough	Bus Station	10:45 PM	Sunderland	Interchange	Economy	$7	A Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Middlesbrough (United Kingdom) at 12/5/2025 10:05:00 PM to Interchange, Sunderland (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/5/2025 10:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $7 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 40m
National Express	0h 40m	10:35 PM	Middlesbrough	Bus Station	11:15 PM	Sunderland	Interchange	Economy	$7	A Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Middlesbrough (United Kingdom) at 12/5/2025 10:35:00 PM to Interchange, Sunderland (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/5/2025 11:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $7 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 40m

Cheapest bus trips Saturday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	0h 40m	2:30 AM	Middlesbrough	Bus Station	3:10 AM	Sunderland	Interchange	Economy	$7	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Bus Station, Middlesbrough (United Kingdom) at 12/6/2025 2:30:00 AM to Interchange, Sunderland (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/6/2025 3:10:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $7 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 40m
National Express	0h 40m	3:00 AM	Middlesbrough	Bus Station	3:40 AM	Sunderland	Interchange	Economy	$9	A Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Middlesbrough (United Kingdom) at 12/6/2025 3:00:00 AM to Interchange, Sunderland (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/6/2025 3:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $9 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 40m
National Express	0h 45m	10:35 AM	Middlesbrough	Bus Station	11:20 AM	Sunderland	Interchange	Economy	$9	A Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Middlesbrough (United Kingdom) at 12/6/2025 10:35:00 AM to Interchange, Sunderland (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/6/2025 11:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $9 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 45m
National Express	0h 45m	2:15 PM	Middlesbrough	Bus Station	3:00 PM	Sunderland	Interchange	Economy	$9	A Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Middlesbrough (United Kingdom) at 12/6/2025 2:15:00 PM to Interchange, Sunderland (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/6/2025 3:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $9 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 45m

Cheapest bus trips Sunday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	0h 40m	3:00 AM	Middlesbrough	Bus Station	3:40 AM	Sunderland	Interchange	Economy	$6	A Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Middlesbrough (United Kingdom) at 12/7/2025 3:00:00 AM to Interchange, Sunderland (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/7/2025 3:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $6 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 40m
National Express	0h 45m	10:35 AM	Middlesbrough	Bus Station	11:20 AM	Sunderland	Interchange	Economy	$6	A Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Middlesbrough (United Kingdom) at 12/7/2025 10:35:00 AM to Interchange, Sunderland (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/7/2025 11:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $6 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 45m
National Express	0h 40m	10:35 PM	Middlesbrough	Bus Station	11:15 PM	Sunderland	Interchange	Economy	$6	A Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Middlesbrough (United Kingdom) at 12/7/2025 10:35:00 PM to Interchange, Sunderland (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/7/2025 11:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $6 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 40m
National Express	0h 45m	2:15 PM	Middlesbrough	Bus Station	3:00 PM	Sunderland	Interchange	Economy	$7	A Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Middlesbrough (United Kingdom) at 12/7/2025 2:15:00 PM to Interchange, Sunderland (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/7/2025 3:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $7 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 45m
National Express	0h 40m	7:45 PM	Middlesbrough	Bus Station	8:25 PM	Sunderland	Interchange	Economy	$7	A Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Middlesbrough (United Kingdom) at 12/7/2025 7:45:00 PM to Interchange, Sunderland (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/7/2025 8:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $7 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 40m

Cheapest bus trips Monday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	0h 40m	3:00 AM	Middlesbrough	Bus Station	3:40 AM	Sunderland	Interchange	Economy	$6	A Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Middlesbrough (United Kingdom) at 12/8/2025 3:00:00 AM to Interchange, Sunderland (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/8/2025 3:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $6 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 40m
National Express	0h 45m	2:15 PM	Middlesbrough	Bus Station	3:00 PM	Sunderland	Interchange	Economy	$6	A Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Middlesbrough (United Kingdom) at 12/8/2025 2:15:00 PM to Interchange, Sunderland (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/8/2025 3:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $6 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 45m
National Express	0h 40m	10:35 PM	Middlesbrough	Bus Station	11:15 PM	Sunderland	Interchange	Economy	$6	A Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Middlesbrough (United Kingdom) at 12/8/2025 10:35:00 PM to Interchange, Sunderland (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/8/2025 11:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $6 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 40m
FlixBus	0h 40m	2:30 AM	Middlesbrough	Bus Station	3:10 AM	Sunderland	Interchange	Economy	$7	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Bus Station, Middlesbrough (United Kingdom) at 12/8/2025 2:30:00 AM to Interchange, Sunderland (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/8/2025 3:10:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $7 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 40m

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	0h 40m	10:35 PM	Middlesbrough	Bus Station	11:15 PM	Sunderland	Interchange	Economy	$5	A Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Middlesbrough (United Kingdom) at 12/9/2025 10:35:00 PM to Interchange, Sunderland (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/9/2025 11:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $5 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 40m
National Express	0h 40m	3:00 AM	Middlesbrough	Bus Station	3:40 AM	Sunderland	Interchange	Economy	$6	A Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Middlesbrough (United Kingdom) at 12/9/2025 3:00:00 AM to Interchange, Sunderland (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/9/2025 3:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $6 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 40m
National Express	0h 45m	10:35 AM	Middlesbrough	Bus Station	11:20 AM	Sunderland	Interchange	Economy	$6	A Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Middlesbrough (United Kingdom) at 12/9/2025 10:35:00 AM to Interchange, Sunderland (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/9/2025 11:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $6 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 45m
National Express	0h 45m	2:15 PM	Middlesbrough	Bus Station	3:00 PM	Sunderland	Interchange	Economy	$7	A Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Middlesbrough (United Kingdom) at 12/9/2025 2:15:00 PM to Interchange, Sunderland (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/9/2025 3:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $7 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 45m
National Express	0h 40m	8:05 PM	Middlesbrough	Bus Station	8:45 PM	Sunderland	Interchange	Economy	$7	A Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Middlesbrough (United Kingdom) at 12/9/2025 8:05:00 PM to Interchange, Sunderland (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/9/2025 8:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $7 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 40m

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	0h 40m	3:00 AM	Middlesbrough	Bus Station	3:40 AM	Sunderland	Interchange	Economy	$6	A Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Middlesbrough (United Kingdom) at 12/10/2025 3:00:00 AM to Interchange, Sunderland (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/10/2025 3:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $6 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 40m
National Express	0h 45m	10:35 AM	Middlesbrough	Bus Station	11:20 AM	Sunderland	Interchange	Economy	$6	A Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Middlesbrough (United Kingdom) at 12/10/2025 10:35:00 AM to Interchange, Sunderland (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/10/2025 11:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $6 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 45m
National Express	0h 45m	2:15 PM	Middlesbrough	Bus Station	3:00 PM	Sunderland	Interchange	Economy	$6	A Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Middlesbrough (United Kingdom) at 12/10/2025 2:15:00 PM to Interchange, Sunderland (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/10/2025 3:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $6 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 45m
FlixBus	0h 40m	2:30 AM	Middlesbrough	Bus Station	3:10 AM	Sunderland	Interchange	Economy	$7	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Bus Station, Middlesbrough (United Kingdom) at 12/10/2025 2:30:00 AM to Interchange, Sunderland (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/10/2025 3:10:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $7 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 40m

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Middlesbrough to Sunderland is $5 on 12/9/2025. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between Middlesbrough and Sunderland

See here how frequent the connections between Middlesbrough and Sunderland are, during different times and days of the week.

Monday is the busiest day, with more than 9 daily buses from Middlesbrough to Sunderland. Sunday has instead the fewest connections, with only 8 daily coaches between Middlesbrough and Sunderland.

The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 31 buses from Middlesbrough to Sunderland, while Morning sees the fewest connections between Middlesbrough and Sunderland, with 7 offers.

Facts about the bus from Middlesbrough to Sunderland

Compare all providers like National Express and FlixBus that travel 8 times every day by bus from Middlesbrough to Sunderland in one click! Book your bus ticket from Middlesbrough to Sunderland starting from $5!

Cheapest Bus	$5
Fastest Bus	0h 40m
Earliest Bus	3:00 AM
Latest Bus	10:35 PM
Daily Bus Routes	8 Ø
Distance	23.7 miles
Bus Companies	National Express and FlixBus

Cheapest bus connections from Middlesbrough to Sunderland

Every day, 8 buses from 2 bus companies leave Middlesbrough for Sunderland: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 12/04/2025 and for the following days.

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Monday

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Wednesday

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Friday

Saturday

Sunday 11/30

Monday 12/01

Tuesday 12/02

Wednesday 12/03

Thursday 12/04

Friday 12/05

Saturday 12/06

Sunday 12/07

Monday 12/08

Tuesday 12/09

Wednesday 12/10

Thursday 12/11

$11

Friday 12/12

Saturday 12/13

Sunday 12/14

Monday 12/15

Tuesday 12/16

Wednesday 12/17

Thursday 12/18

Friday 12/19

Saturday 12/20

Sunday 12/21

Monday 12/22

Tuesday 12/23

Wednesday 12/24

Thursday 12/25

Friday 12/26

$13

Saturday 12/27

The cheapest time to travel from Middlesbrough to Sunderland

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Middlesbrough to Sunderland, for the next 30 days.

With a price starting from $5, Tuesday is the cheapest day for a bus from Middlesbrough to Sunderland. Saturday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $7.

Evening is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Middlesbrough to Sunderland, with $5. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $6.

How to save money travelling from Middlesbrough to Sunderland

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Middlesbrough to Sunderland in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Middlesbrough to Sunderland, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later buses from Middlesbrough to Sunderland are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Middlesbrough and Sunderland

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Middlesbrough and Sunderland.

Bus Station

Newport Rd

Arriva Travel Shop

Cannon Park Way Bus Stop

Riverside Stadium

Interchange

City Centre

Fawcett Street

Stadium of Light

Stadium Way

Dame Dorothy Street

Hetton Road-Durham Road

Compare the bus with other modes of transport

The bus is often the cheapest mode of transport, while other modes like train or flight are faster. Looking for quicker alternatives to travel from Middlesbrough to Sunderland? Compare all modes of transports from Middlesbrough to Sunderland.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Middlesbrough to Sunderland

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Middlesbrough to Sunderland? Or which bus companies serve the route Middlesbrough to Sunderland? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Middlesbrough to Sunderland bus

How much does a Middlesbrough Sunderland bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $5 and takes 0h 40m to reach Sunderland. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Middlesbrough to Sunderland?

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $5 and $11. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Sunderland.

On average, how many connections are available from Middlesbrough to Sunderland each day?

Every day, the Middlesbrough to Sunderland bus route is served by approximately 8 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Middlesbrough to Sunderland take?

The fastest bus from Middlesbrough to Sunderland is offered by National Express and takes 0h 40m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $11. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Middlesbrough to Sunderland?

The earliest bus arriving in Sunderland from Middlesbrough starts at 3:00 AM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Middlesbrough to Sunderland?

The latest bus trip departing from Middlesbrough for Sunderland starts at 10:35 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Middlesbrough Sunderland route?

When traveling by bus from Middlesbrough to Sunderland, passengers can travel with National Express and FlixBus. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Middlesbrough and Sunderland?

You can check all the direct connections between Middlesbrough and Sunderland by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: National Express and FlixBus.

What can I take with me on the Middlesbrough to Sunderland bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the Middlesbrough Sunderland bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Middlesbrough Sunderland bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Middlesbrough to Sunderland on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Middlesbrough to Sunderland

Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

More bus routes to Middlesbrough and to Sunderland

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Middlesbrough and to Sunderland. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!