What's the distance between Sunderland and Middlesbrough by coach?

The journey from Sunderland to Middlesbrough by coach covers an approximate distance of 24 miles (38 km).

How can I get from Sunderland to Middlesbrough without driving?

You can reach Middlesbrough from Sunderland by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. Depending on your preferences, another alternative is to explore ridesharing trips.

Bus Sunderland to Middlesbrough from £5 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Sunderland to Middlesbrough on 18 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	05:45	SUNDERLAND	40m	06:25	Middlesbrough Bus Station	CheapestFastest
Bus	05:45	SUNDERLAND	40m	06:25	Middlesbrough Bus Station	No tags
Bus	23:55	Sunderland Interchange (Park Lane) Bus Stop	45m	00:40	Middlesbrough Bus Station	No tags
Bus	06:15	SUNDERLAND	45m	07:00	Middlesbrough Bus Station	No tags
Bus	06:15	SUNDERLAND	45m	07:00	Middlesbrough Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Sunderland to Middlesbrough on 19 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	05:45	SUNDERLAND	40m	06:25	Middlesbrough Bus Station	CheapestFastest
Bus	05:45	SUNDERLAND	40m	06:25	Middlesbrough Bus Station	No tags
Bus	23:55	Sunderland Interchange (Park Lane) Bus Stop	45m	00:40	Middlesbrough Bus Station	No tags
Bus	06:15	SUNDERLAND	45m	07:00	Middlesbrough Bus Station	No tags
Bus	06:15	SUNDERLAND	45m	07:00	Middlesbrough Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Sunderland to Middlesbrough on 20 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	05:45	SUNDERLAND	40m	06:25	Middlesbrough Bus Station	CheapestFastest
Bus	05:45	SUNDERLAND	40m	06:25	Middlesbrough Bus Station	No tags
Bus	23:55	Sunderland Interchange (Park Lane) Bus Stop	45m	00:40	Middlesbrough Bus Station	No tags
Bus	06:15	SUNDERLAND	45m	07:00	Middlesbrough Bus Station	No tags
Bus	06:15	SUNDERLAND	45m	07:00	Middlesbrough Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Sunderland to Middlesbrough on 21 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	23:55	Sunderland Interchange (Park Lane) Bus Stop	45m	00:40	Middlesbrough Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	05:45	SUNDERLAND	40m	06:25	Middlesbrough Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	05:45	SUNDERLAND	40m	06:25	Middlesbrough Bus Station	No tags
Bus	06:15	SUNDERLAND	45m	07:00	Middlesbrough Bus Station	No tags
Bus	06:15	SUNDERLAND	45m	07:00	Middlesbrough Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Sunderland to Middlesbrough on 22 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	18:05	SUNDERLAND	40m	18:45	Middlesbrough Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	06:05	SUNDERLAND	40m	06:45	Middlesbrough Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	06:05	SUNDERLAND	40m	06:45	Middlesbrough Bus Station	No tags
Bus	23:55	Sunderland Interchange (Park Lane) Bus Stop	45m	00:40	Middlesbrough Bus Station	No tags
Bus	06:30	SUNDERLAND	45m	07:15	Middlesbrough Bus Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 16:55 GMT.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Sunderland to Middlesbrough

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Middlesbrough. The journey takes about 45 minutes and with fares starting at just £6, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8bus per day

45mAverage duration

24 milesDistance

1kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£6 - £15	Average duration45m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£4 - £16	Average duration58m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

National Express

4/529,714 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.4

Customers appreciate the service, mentioning that everything is fine for short journeys. Some suggest having more services running earlier.

National Express Sunderland Middlesbrough recent customer reviews

The bus that was suppose to come for 8pm arrived at some minutes past 9. That was so frustrating really

Iyanuoluwa O.

5 December 2023

Always on time

Kate D.

30 March 2024

Everything is fine since my journey is not that long

Olaoluwa M.

19 September 2023

FlixBus

3.5/511,356 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Megabus UK

3.5/54,272 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness4.4

WiFi2.6

Based on 4272 reviews, the company was rated 3.6 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Megabus UK ticket prices on this trip start at £13

Megabus Sunderland Middlesbrough recent customer reviews

The bus hygiene is good but the transportation fare to Middlesbrough from sunderland is high

Abidemi O.

26 February 2023

Spot on

Kamil O.

28 July 2024

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Where are the popular stops in Sunderland and Middlesbrough?

Stops in Sunderland

A - Sunderland Interchange (Park Lane) Bus Stop

Stops in Middlesbrough

A - Middlesbrough Bus Station

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Sunderland to Middlesbrough

What's the distance between Sunderland and Middlesbrough by coach?
The journey from Sunderland to Middlesbrough by coach covers an approximate distance of 24 miles (38 km).
How can I get from Sunderland to Middlesbrough without driving?
You can reach Middlesbrough from Sunderland by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. Depending on your preferences, another alternative is to explore ridesharing trips.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

15/11

£6

16/11

£6

Today

£5

18/11

£5

19/11

£5

20/11

£5

21/11

£5

22/11

£6

The cheapest trip from Sunderland to Middlesbrough was searched and found on 19 Nov 2025 with a price of £5

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

You can expect to pay from £5 to £13 for a bus ticket from Sunderland to Middlesbrough based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £5, which is on 2025-11-19.

Usually National Express will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.