Bristol to Sunderland Bus

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Date Tomorrow
Return + Return
Passengers 1 passenger
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  • Lowest price from ≈ €33.47 £28.80
  • Average duration 9h 9m
  • Connections per day 34
  • Distance 392 km
  • CO₂ per person 35 kg

bus from Bristol to Sunderland

The journey from Bristol to Sunderland is about 392 km. On average a bus trip takes 9h 9m with 34 connections per day.

Lowest price ≈ €33.47 £28.80
Trip duration 9h 9m
Connections per day 34
Lowest price ≈ €33.47 £28.80
Highest price ≈ €83.60 £71.94
First departure 04:35 AM
Last departure 08:00 PM
Distance 392 km
Departure Bristol
Arrival Sunderland
Travel operator megabus, FlixBus
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National Express27.44 kg CO₂
13:05University (Queens Rd) Queens Road
11h 15m
00:20Interchange City Centre
≈ €33.47 £28.80
direct
National Express27.44 kg CO₂
12:59Clifton Down Whiteladies Road
11h 21m
00:20Interchange City Centre
≈ €33.47 £28.80
direct
National Express27.44 kg CO₂
12:57Black Boy Hill Westbury Road
11h 23m
00:20Interchange City Centre
≈ €33.47 £28.80
direct

Next departures from Bristol to Sunderland

Sample times and fares for the coming days — book to confirm availability and price.

National Express ≈ €52.18 £44.90
04:35 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
7h 40m · 1 changes
13:20 Sunderland, Interchange
National Express ≈ €60.43 £52.00
04:35 Coach Station Cannon Street/Whitson St
8h 45m · direct
13:20 Interchange City Centre
Megabus ≈ €60.07 £51.69
06:03 Bristol Airport (BRS)
9h 16m · 1 changes
15:55 Sunderland, Interchange
Megabus ≈ €70.14 £60.36
06:03 Bristol Airport (BRS)
9h 16m · 1 changes
15:55 Sunderland, Interchange
Megabus ≈ €52.28 £44.99
06:40 Bristol Uni of West England
9h 15m · direct
15:55 Sunderland, Interchange
Megabus ≈ €61.29 £52.74
06:40 University of West England
9h 15m · direct
15:55 Sunderland, Interchange
Megabus ≈ €52.28 £44.99
07:00 Bristol - Bond Street
8h 55m · direct
15:55 Sunderland, Interchange
Megabus ≈ €61.29 £52.74
07:00 Bond St
8h 55m · direct
15:55 Sunderland, Interchange
National Express ≈ €60.08 £51.70
07:15 Coach Station Cannon Street/Whitson St
9h 15m · direct
16:30 Interchange City Centre
National Express ≈ €46.48 £40.00
07:15 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
7h 20m · 2 changes
16:30 Sunderland, Interchange
National Express ≈ €53.11 £45.70
10:00 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
7h 25m · 1 changes
18:25 Sunderland, Interchange
National Express ≈ €64.84 £55.80
11:12 Black Boy Hill Westbury Road
9h 13m · direct
20:25 Interchange City Centre
National Express ≈ €64.84 £55.80
11:20 University (Queens Rd) Queens Road
9h 5m · direct
20:25 Interchange City Centre
National Express ≈ €58.45 £50.30
12:00 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
7h 25m · 1 changes
20:25 Sunderland, Interchange
National Express ≈ €61.82 £53.20
12:00 Coach Station Cannon Street/Whitson St
8h 25m · direct
20:25 Interchange City Centre
National Express ≈ €33.47 £28.80
12:57 Black Boy Hill Westbury Road
11h 23m · direct
00:20 Interchange City Centre
National Express ≈ €33.47 £28.80
12:59 Clifton Down Whiteladies Road
11h 21m · direct
00:20 Interchange City Centre
National Express ≈ €33.47 £28.80
13:05 University (Queens Rd) Queens Road
11h 15m · direct
00:20 Interchange City Centre
National Express ≈ €57.17 £49.20
14:00 Coach Station Cannon Street/Whitson St
8h 25m · direct
22:25 Interchange City Centre
National Express ≈ €56.59 £48.70
14:00 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
7h 25m · 1 changes
22:25 Sunderland, Interchange
National Express ≈ €54.96 £47.30
14:30 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
7h 35m · 2 changes
00:20 Sunderland, Interchange
National Express ≈ €62.87 £54.10
14:30 Coach Station Cannon Street/Whitson St
9h 50m · direct
00:20 Interchange City Centre
FlixBus ≈ €48.78 £41.98
17:00 Bristol Bus Station (UK)
8h 40m · 1 changes
03:10 Sunderland, Interchange
FlixBus ≈ €52.83 £45.46
17:00 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station
8h 40m · 1 changes
03:10 Sunderland, Interchange
FlixBus ≈ €48.78 £41.98
17:15 Bristol Uni of West England
8h 25m · 1 changes
03:10 Sunderland, Interchange
National Express ≈ €57.87 £49.80
17:30 Coach Station Cannon Street/Whitson St
10h 5m · direct
03:35 Interchange City Centre
National Express ≈ €48.11 £41.40
17:30 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
7h 15m · 2 changes
03:35 Sunderland, Interchange
National Express ≈ €52.06 £44.80
19:15 Coach Station Cannon Street/Whitson St
10h 55m · direct
06:10 Interchange City Centre
National Express ≈ €42.30 £36.40
19:15 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
9h 55m · 1 changes
06:10 Sunderland, Interchange
Megabus ≈ €83.60 £71.94
19:40 University of West England
10h 30m · 1 changes
07:05 Sunderland, Interchange
Megabus ≈ €72.02 £61.98
19:40 Bristol Uni of West England
10h 30m · 1 changes
07:05 Sunderland, Interchange
Megabus ≈ €83.60 £71.94
20:00 Bond St
10h 10m · 1 changes
07:05 Sunderland, Interchange
Megabus ≈ €72.02 £61.98
20:00 Bristol - Bond Street
10h 10m · 1 changes
07:05 Sunderland, Interchange
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Carriers on this route

Learn more about carriers on this route.

FlixBus, a long-distance bus company, operates in both Europe and the United States. Founded in 2013, it has grown to become one of the largest bus operators in Europe, connecting over 2,500 destinations in 30 countries. Originating in Germany, FlixBus has expanded quickly to neighboring countries including France, Italy, Denmark, the Netherlands, and Croatia, while also offering regular services to Norway, Spain, and England. With affordable fares and comfortable amenities such as free Wi-Fi, power outlets, and onboard toilets, FlixBus provides a convenient and enjoyable travel experience.

Megabus is a low-cost intercity bus service that operates in North America, Canada, and Europe. It was founded in 2003 and is owned by Stagecoach Group, a multinational transport company. Megabus retains its own brand in Britain and North America, but in Continental Europe, including France, Germany, Belgium, Spain, Italy, and the Netherlands, its services have been rebranded as Flixbus since the acquisition by a German company in June 2016.

National Express is a British multinational public transport company that operates bus, and rail services in the UK, Europe, North Africa, and North America. The company was founded in 1972 and has its headquarters in Birmingham, UK. National Express operates a fleet of over 1,600 buses, serving over 900 destinations across the UK. The company also operates rail services in the UK, including the East Anglia franchise. 

Facility description

Learn more about the services available on board each carrier on this route.

Facilities Description
Luggage

Each passenger can bring one carry-on bag (up to 25lbs/11kg) and one stored bag (up to 50lbs/23kg) for free on FlixBus. Excess baggage up to 50lbs (23kg) is accepted for a fee, with limited space available, so booking in advance is recommended.

Accessibility

FlixBus offers boarding assistance with a hydraulic lift for travelers with reduced mobility. Contact the bus company in advance to confirm availability and assistance.

Food and drink

Snacks and drinks are available for purchase from the bus drivers during your trip.

Power sockets

Power outlets are available near seats to keep your devices charged throughout your journey.

Bicycle

Bikes are allowed with restrictions: 3 per bus with a cover, 5 with a carrier, but no electric bikes.

Wi-Fi

FlixBus offers free Wi-Fi on all its buses.

Entertainment portal

Enjoy movies, e-books, audiobooks, music, and games through FlixBus's online entertainment portal.

Luggage

On Megabus, you are allowed 20 kg of luggage and space for small items in the overhead compartments to keep essentials within reach.

Food and drink

Passengers are allowed to bring cold food, cold beverages, and hot drinks with a lid when traveling with Megabus.

Wi-Fi

Free Wi-Fi is available on board on Megabus, allowing passengers to update their social media in real-time.

Power sockets

On Megabus, each seat has a power outlet for charging devices during the trip.

Accessibility

The services are accessible to people with physical, sensory, or cognitive disabilities. Megabus works with AbilityNet to ensure the website and services are usable by everyone.

Luggage

National Express allows two 20kg suitcases and one piece of hand luggage. Hard cases and wheeled bags must be stored in the hold. Extra and oversized luggage can be added for a fee. Pushchairs and buggies are stored for free.

Food and drink

Passengers can bring drinks (with safety lids) and cold food on National Express buses. No hot or strong-smelling food is allowed. Long journeys have refreshment stops.

Wi-Fi

Free Wi-Fi is available for browsing and social media on National Express buses. Additionally, the VUER entertainment service offers free access to TV shows, news, sports, and games on core routes.

Power sockets

USB ports are available at each seat on National Express for charging devices.

Accessibility

Assistance is provided for passengers with disabilities or reduced mobility, with continual improvements based on feedback on National Express buses.

CO₂ emissions by mode

train 27.44kg
bus 29.4kg
flight 78.4kg
carpool 62.72kg

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