Bus Bristol to Sunderland - Compare all Companies

Compare all timetables for the bus from Bristol to Sunderland

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

today

$24

tomorrow

$24

Thursday

Friday

$24

Saturday

$24

Sunday

Monday

Cheapest bus trips today
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	10h 35m	6:00 PM	Bristol	Coach Station	4:35 AM	Sunderland	Interchange	Economy	$24	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Bristol (United Kingdom) at 9/8/2026 6:00:00 PM to Interchange, Sunderland (United Kingdom) arriving at 9/9/2026 4:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $24 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 35m
National Express	11h 25m	4:30 PM	Bristol	Coach Station	3:55 AM	Sunderland	Interchange	Economy	$27	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Bristol (United Kingdom) at 9/8/2026 4:30:00 PM to Interchange, Sunderland (United Kingdom) arriving at 9/9/2026 3:55:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $27 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 25m
FlixBus	10h 10m	8:55 AM	Bristol	Coach Station	7:05 PM	Sunderland	Interchange	Economy	$28	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Coach Station, Bristol (United Kingdom) at 9/8/2026 8:55:00 AM to Interchange, Sunderland (United Kingdom) arriving at 9/8/2026 7:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $28 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 10m
FlixBus	9h 30m	5:40 PM	Bristol	Coach Station	3:10 AM	Sunderland	Interchange	Economy	$28	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Coach Station, Bristol (United Kingdom) at 9/8/2026 5:40:00 PM to Interchange, Sunderland (United Kingdom) arriving at 9/9/2026 3:10:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $28 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 30m
FlixBus	9h 15m	5:55 PM	Bristol	Coldharbour Lane	3:10 AM	Sunderland	Interchange	Economy	$28	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Coldharbour Lane, Bristol (United Kingdom) at 9/8/2026 5:55:00 PM to Interchange, Sunderland (United Kingdom) arriving at 9/9/2026 3:10:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $28 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 15m

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	10h 35m	6:00 PM	Bristol	Coach Station	4:35 AM	Sunderland	Interchange	Economy	$24	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Bristol (United Kingdom) at 9/9/2026 6:00:00 PM to Interchange, Sunderland (United Kingdom) arriving at 9/10/2026 4:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $24 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 35m
National Express	11h 25m	4:30 PM	Bristol	Coach Station	3:55 AM	Sunderland	Interchange	Economy	$27	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Bristol (United Kingdom) at 9/9/2026 4:30:00 PM to Interchange, Sunderland (United Kingdom) arriving at 9/10/2026 3:55:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $27 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 25m
FlixBus	10h 10m	8:55 AM	Bristol	Coach Station	7:05 PM	Sunderland	Interchange	Economy	$31	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Coach Station, Bristol (United Kingdom) at 9/9/2026 8:55:00 AM to Interchange, Sunderland (United Kingdom) arriving at 9/9/2026 7:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $31 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 10m
National Express	9h 5m	3:00 PM	Bristol	Coach Station	12:05 AM	Sunderland	Interchange	Economy	$31	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Bristol (United Kingdom) at 9/9/2026 3:00:00 PM to Interchange, Sunderland (United Kingdom) arriving at 9/10/2026 12:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $31 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 5m
FlixBus	9h 30m	5:40 PM	Bristol	Coach Station	3:10 AM	Sunderland	Interchange	Economy	$38	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Coach Station, Bristol (United Kingdom) at 9/9/2026 5:40:00 PM to Interchange, Sunderland (United Kingdom) arriving at 9/10/2026 3:10:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $38 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 30m

Cheapest bus trips Friday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	10h 20m	6:15 PM	Bristol	Coach Station	4:35 AM	Sunderland	Interchange	Economy	$24	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Bristol (United Kingdom) at 9/11/2026 6:15:00 PM to Interchange, Sunderland (United Kingdom) arriving at 9/12/2026 4:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $24 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 20m
National Express	11h 53m	12:47 PM	Bristol	Black Boy Hill	12:40 AM	Sunderland	Interchange	Economy	$24	A Bus from National Express goes from Black Boy Hill, Bristol (United Kingdom) at 9/11/2026 12:47:00 PM to Interchange, Sunderland (United Kingdom) arriving at 9/12/2026 12:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $24 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 53m
National Express	11h 51m	12:49 PM	Bristol	Clifton Down	12:40 AM	Sunderland	Interchange	Economy	$24	A Bus from National Express goes from Clifton Down, Bristol (United Kingdom) at 9/11/2026 12:49:00 PM to Interchange, Sunderland (United Kingdom) arriving at 9/12/2026 12:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $24 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 51m
FlixBus	10h 10m	8:55 AM	Bristol	Coach Station	7:05 PM	Sunderland	Interchange	Economy	$34	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Coach Station, Bristol (United Kingdom) at 9/11/2026 8:55:00 AM to Interchange, Sunderland (United Kingdom) arriving at 9/11/2026 7:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $34 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 10m
FlixBus	9h 30m	5:40 PM	Bristol	Coach Station	3:10 AM	Sunderland	Interchange	Economy	$35	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Coach Station, Bristol (United Kingdom) at 9/11/2026 5:40:00 PM to Interchange, Sunderland (United Kingdom) arriving at 9/12/2026 3:10:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $35 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 30m

Cheapest bus trips Saturday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	10h 20m	6:15 PM	Bristol	Coach Station	4:35 AM	Sunderland	Interchange	Economy	$24	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Bristol (United Kingdom) at 9/12/2026 6:15:00 PM to Interchange, Sunderland (United Kingdom) arriving at 9/13/2026 4:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $24 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 20m
National Express	9h 55m	3:45 AM	Bristol	Coach Station	1:40 PM	Sunderland	Interchange	Economy	$27	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Bristol (United Kingdom) at 9/12/2026 3:45:00 AM to Interchange, Sunderland (United Kingdom) arriving at 9/12/2026 1:40:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $27 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 55m
National Express	12h 38m	8:57 AM	Bristol	Black Boy Hill	9:35 PM	Sunderland	Interchange	Economy	$27	A Bus from National Express goes from Black Boy Hill, Bristol (United Kingdom) at 9/12/2026 8:57:00 AM to Interchange, Sunderland (United Kingdom) arriving at 9/12/2026 9:35:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $27 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 38m
FlixBus	10h 10m	8:55 AM	Bristol	Coach Station	7:05 PM	Sunderland	Interchange	Economy	$35	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Coach Station, Bristol (United Kingdom) at 9/12/2026 8:55:00 AM to Interchange, Sunderland (United Kingdom) arriving at 9/12/2026 7:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $35 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 10m
FlixBus	9h 15m	5:55 PM	Bristol	Coldharbour Lane	3:10 AM	Sunderland	Interchange	Economy	$40	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Coldharbour Lane, Bristol (United Kingdom) at 9/12/2026 5:55:00 PM to Interchange, Sunderland (United Kingdom) arriving at 9/13/2026 3:10:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $40 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 15m

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Bristol to Sunderland is $24 on 9/8/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between Bristol and Sunderland

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

Friday is the busiest day, with more than 16 daily buses from Bristol to Sunderland. Tuesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 8 daily coaches between Bristol and Sunderland.

The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 22 buses from Bristol to Sunderland, while Evening sees the fewest connections between Bristol and Sunderland, with 6 offers.

Facts about the bus from Bristol to Sunderland

Compare all providers like National Express and FlixBus that travel 12 times every day by bus from Bristol to Sunderland in one click! Book your bus ticket from Bristol to Sunderland starting from $24!

Cheapest Bus	$24
Fastest Bus	7h 35m
Earliest Bus	3:05 AM
Latest Bus	6:15 PM
Daily Bus Routes	12 Ø
Distance	243.8 miles
Bus Companies	National Express and FlixBus

Cheapest bus connections from Bristol to Sunderland

Every day, 12 buses from 2 bus companies leave Bristol for Sunderland: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 09/08/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday 09/06

Monday 09/07

Tuesday 09/08

$24

Wednesday 09/09

$24

Thursday 09/10

Friday 09/11

$26

Saturday 09/12

$24

Sunday 09/13

$24

Monday 09/14

$24

Tuesday 09/15

$24

Wednesday 09/16

$24

Thursday 09/17

$24

Friday 09/18

$30

Saturday 09/19

Sunday 09/20

Monday 09/21

$29

Tuesday 09/22

Wednesday 09/23

Thursday 09/24

$24

Friday 09/25

Saturday 09/26

Sunday 09/27

Monday 09/28

Tuesday 09/29

$24

Wednesday 09/30

Thursday 10/01

Friday 10/02

$24

Saturday 10/03

The cheapest time to travel from Bristol to Sunderland

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

With a price starting from $24, Tuesday is the cheapest day for a bus from Bristol to Sunderland. Tuesday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $24.

Afternoon is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Bristol to Sunderland, with $24. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $26.

How to save money travelling from Bristol 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 Bristol 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 Bristol 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 Bristol to Sunderland are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Bristol and Sunderland

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

UWE

Coldharbour Lane

Bond Street

Bond Street 34

Coach Station

Cannon Street/Whitson St

Clifton Down

Whiteladies Road 1-3

University Queens Rd

Queens Road

Interchange

City Centre

Fawcett Street

Stadium of Light

Stadium Way

Dame Dorothy Street

Hetton Road-Durham Road

Service and Comfort on the bus from Bristol to Sunderland

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

FAQs about the Bristol to Sunderland bus

How much does a Bristol Sunderland bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $24 and takes 10h 35m to reach Sunderland. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $24 and $58. 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 Bristol to Sunderland each day?

Every day, the Bristol to Sunderland bus route is served by approximately 12 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

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

The fastest bus from Bristol to Sunderland is offered by National Express and takes 7h 35m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $40. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Bristol to Sunderland?

The earliest bus arriving in Sunderland from Bristol starts at 3:05 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 Bristol to Sunderland?

The latest bus trip departing from Bristol for Sunderland starts at 6:15 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 Bristol Sunderland route?

When traveling by bus from Bristol 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 Bristol and Sunderland?

You can check all the direct connections between Bristol 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 Bristol 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 Bristol 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 Bristol 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 Bristol to Sunderland on your planned travel date.

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

Economy

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

More bus routes to Bristol and to Sunderland

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