How much is the bus ticket from Milton Keynes to Sunderland?

The cheapest coach tickets from Milton Keynes to Sunderland start from £27. The average price for this route is around £42. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Milton Keynes to Sunderland?

The average bus journey time from Milton Keynes to Sunderland is 5h 40m, covering a distance of 199 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 5h 10m and is operated by National Express .

Which bus companies service the Milton Keynes to Sunderland route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Milton Keynes to Sunderland?

The earliest bus departs from Milton Keynes to Sunderland at 00:15. And the latest bus departs at 19:05.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Milton Keynes to Sunderland?

A bus journey from Milton Keynes to Sunderland produces an estimated 8 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Bus from Milton Keynes to Sunderland from £39 | Compare & Save up to 32%

Next bus departures

Next departures from Milton Keynes to Sunderland on 2 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	08:30	Milton Keynes Coachway	5h 10m	13:40	SUNDERLAND	CheapestFastest
Bus	00:15	Milton Keynes Coachway	5h 55m	06:10	SUNDERLAND	No tags
Bus	00:15	Milton Keynes Coachway	5h 55m	06:10	SUNDERLAND	No tags
Bus	08:30	Milton Keynes Coachway	5h 10m	13:40	SUNDERLAND	No tags
Bus	11:00	Milton Keynes Coachway	5h 30m	16:30	SUNDERLAND	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Milton Keynes to Sunderland

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Sunderland. The journey takes about 5 hours and with fares starting at just £33, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

5hAverage duration

200 milesDistance

13kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£27 - £52	Average duration5h 40m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£33 - £33	Average duration5h	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Milton Keynes and Sunderland?

Stops in Milton Keynes

A
Milton Keynes Coachway
The Coachway, Newport Pagnell MK16 0AA, UK
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B
Milton Keynes
602 Midsummer Boulevard, Milton Keynes, MK9, United Kingdom

Stops in Sunderland

A
Sunderland Interchange (Park Lane) Bus Stop
30 Park Lane, Sunderland SR1, UK
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Compare bus companies

National Express

4/529,741 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.4

According to customer reviews, the drivers have been reported as rude and in need of improvement in their customer service skills. Additionally, there are suggestions for better time management and cleanliness at the station. However, some customers appreciate the helpfulness of the drivers when it comes to connecting buses.

National Express Milton Keynes Sunderland recent customer reviews

There should be time consciousness and tidy up the station as soon as it gets dirty

Cephas Larweh A.

7 October 2022

The drivers are very rude and there attitude stinks, they need a lesson on customer service

Gordon M.

5 July 2022

The drivers were great lad’s very helpful when asking for my connecting bus sound all round

Ian C.

15 June 2022

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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Milton Keynes to Sunderland

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much is the bus ticket from Milton Keynes to Sunderland?
The cheapest coach tickets from Milton Keynes to Sunderland start from £27. The average price for this route is around £42. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Milton Keynes to Sunderland?
The average bus journey time from Milton Keynes to Sunderland is 5h 40m, covering a distance of 199 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 5h 10m and is operated by National Express.
Which bus companies service the Milton Keynes to Sunderland route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Milton Keynes to Sunderland?
The earliest bus departs from Milton Keynes to Sunderland at 00:15. And the latest bus departs at 19:05.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Milton Keynes to Sunderland?
A bus journey from Milton Keynes to Sunderland produces an estimated 8 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

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The cheapest trip from Milton Keynes to Sunderland was searched and found on 2 Dec 2025 with a price of £40

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Milton Keynes to Sunderland as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £40 to £57 for a bus ticket from Milton Keynes to Sunderland based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £40, which is on 2025-12-02.