How far is Sunderland from Leeds?

About 77 miles (124 km) separate Sunderland and Leeds.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Sunderland to Leeds?

Most of the buses traveling from Sunderland to Leeds leave from Sunderland Interchange (Park Lane) Bus Stop and arrive at Leeds Coach Station. These are the main pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, there are other pick-up and drop-off locations that could make it easier for you to reach your destination.

What are the best sights and things to do in Leeds?

Once in Leeds, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Leeds Minster, Kirkgate Market, Leeds Art Gallery, Harewood House and Kirkstall Abbey.

Bus Sunderland to Leeds from $8 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Sunderland to Leeds on November 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:45pm	SUNDERLAND	2h 5m	1:50am	Leeds Coach Station	CheapestFastest
Bus	11:45pm	SUNDERLAND	2h 5m	1:50am	Leeds Coach Station	No tags
Bus	11:45pm	SUNDERLAND	2h 5m	1:50am	Leeds Coach Station	No tags

Next departures for Sunderland to Leeds on November 14
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	5:45am	SUNDERLAND	2h 15m	8:00am	Leeds Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	10:55am	Sunderland Interchange (Park Lane) Bus Stop	1h 55m	12:50pm	Leeds City Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	5:35am	SUNDERLAND	2h 25m	8:00am	Leeds Coach Station	No tags
Bus	12:45pm	Sunderland Interchange (Park Lane) Bus Stop	2h	2:45pm	Leeds City Bus Station	No tags
Bus	5:35am	SUNDERLAND	2h 25m	8:00am	Leeds Coach Station	No tags
Bus	2:20pm	Sunderland Interchange (Park Lane) Bus Stop	1h 55m	4:15pm	Leeds City Bus Station	No tags
Bus	5:35am	SUNDERLAND	2h 25m	8:00am	Leeds Coach Station	No tags
Bus	6:05pm	Sunderland Interchange (Park Lane) Bus Stop	1h 55m	8:00pm	Leeds City Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Sunderland to Leeds on November 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	6:05pm	Sunderland Interchange (Park Lane) Bus Stop	1h 55m	8:00pm	Leeds City Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	10:55am	Sunderland Interchange (Park Lane) Bus Stop	1h 55m	12:50pm	Leeds City Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	5:50am	SUNDERLAND	2h 10m	8:00am	Leeds Coach Station	No tags
Bus	12:30pm	Sunderland Interchange (Park Lane) Bus Stop	1h 55m	2:25pm	Leeds City Bus Station	No tags
Bus	5:50am	SUNDERLAND	2h 10m	8:00am	Leeds Coach Station	No tags
Bus	2:20pm	Sunderland Interchange (Park Lane) Bus Stop	1h 55m	4:15pm	Leeds City Bus Station	No tags
Bus	5:50am	SUNDERLAND	2h 10m	8:00am	Leeds Coach Station	No tags
Bus	6:05am	SUNDERLAND	2h 5m	8:10am	Leeds Coach Station	No tags

Next departures for Sunderland to Leeds on November 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	6:30am	SUNDERLAND	2h 5m	8:35am	Leeds Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	10:55am	Sunderland Interchange (Park Lane) Bus Stop	1h 55m	12:50pm	Leeds City Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	5:50am	SUNDERLAND	2h 10m	8:00am	Leeds Coach Station	No tags
Bus	12:30pm	Sunderland Interchange (Park Lane) Bus Stop	1h 55m	2:25pm	Leeds City Bus Station	No tags
Bus	5:50am	SUNDERLAND	2h 10m	8:00am	Leeds Coach Station	No tags
Bus	2:20pm	Sunderland Interchange (Park Lane) Bus Stop	1h 55m	4:15pm	Leeds City Bus Station	No tags
Bus	5:50am	SUNDERLAND	2h 10m	8:00am	Leeds Coach Station	No tags
Bus	6:05pm	Sunderland Interchange (Park Lane) Bus Stop	1h 55m	8:00pm	Leeds City Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Sunderland to Leeds on November 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	6:05pm	SUNDERLAND	2h 5m	8:10pm	Leeds Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	10:55am	Sunderland Interchange (Park Lane) Bus Stop	1h 55m	12:50pm	Leeds City Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	5:35am	SUNDERLAND	2h 25m	8:00am	Leeds Coach Station	No tags
Bus	12:30pm	Sunderland Interchange (Park Lane) Bus Stop	1h 55m	2:25pm	Leeds City Bus Station	No tags
Bus	5:35am	SUNDERLAND	2h 25m	8:00am	Leeds Coach Station	No tags
Bus	2:20pm	Sunderland Interchange (Park Lane) Bus Stop	1h 55m	4:15pm	Leeds City Bus Station	No tags
Bus	5:35am	SUNDERLAND	2h 25m	8:00am	Leeds Coach Station	No tags
Bus	6:05pm	Sunderland Interchange (Park Lane) Bus Stop	1h 55m	8:00pm	Leeds City Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Sunderland to Leeds on November 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	2:20pm	Sunderland Interchange (Park Lane) Bus Stop	1h 55m	4:15pm	Leeds City Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	10:55am	Sunderland Interchange (Park Lane) Bus Stop	1h 55m	12:50pm	Leeds City Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	5:45am	SUNDERLAND	2h 15m	8:00am	Leeds Coach Station	No tags
Bus	12:30pm	Sunderland Interchange (Park Lane) Bus Stop	1h 55m	2:25pm	Leeds City Bus Station	No tags
Bus	5:45am	SUNDERLAND	2h 15m	8:00am	Leeds Coach Station	No tags
Bus	6:05pm	Sunderland Interchange (Park Lane) Bus Stop	1h 55m	8:00pm	Leeds City Bus Station	No tags
Bus	5:45am	SUNDERLAND	2h 15m	8:00am	Leeds Coach Station	No tags
Bus	6:15am	SUNDERLAND	2h 15m	8:30am	Leeds Coach Station	No tags

Next departures for Sunderland to Leeds on November 20
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	5:45am	SUNDERLAND	2h 15m	8:00am	Leeds Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	10:55am	Sunderland Interchange (Park Lane) Bus Stop	1h 55m	12:50pm	Leeds City Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	5:45am	SUNDERLAND	2h 15m	8:00am	Leeds Coach Station	No tags
Bus	12:30pm	Sunderland Interchange (Park Lane) Bus Stop	1h 55m	2:25pm	Leeds City Bus Station	No tags
Bus	5:45am	SUNDERLAND	2h 15m	8:00am	Leeds Coach Station	No tags
Bus	2:20pm	Sunderland Interchange (Park Lane) Bus Stop	1h 55m	4:15pm	Leeds City Bus Station	No tags
Bus	6:15am	SUNDERLAND	2h 15m	8:30am	Leeds Coach Station	No tags
Bus	6:05pm	Sunderland Interchange (Park Lane) Bus Stop	1h 55m	8:00pm	Leeds City Bus Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Sunderland to Leeds

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Leeds. The journey takes about 1 hour 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $13, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

1h 40mAverage Duration

77 milesDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$11 - $41	Average Duration2h 10m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$13 - $22	Average Duration1h 40m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

National Express

4/529,710 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.4

The staff is praised for being attentive and informative, providing snacks and drinks to customers. Overall, the service received positive feedback for the excellent staff members.

National Express Sunderland Leeds recent customer reviews

The journey was fine - it took a bit long but that was due to traffic in Leeds -

Andew S.

December 9, 2019

Very comfortable and relaxing

Kathleen E.

May 28, 2025

Bus trip brilliant apart from one wife never shut up

David R.

December 7, 2024

FlixBus

3.5/511,298 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

Megabus UK

3.5/54,270 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi2.6

According to customer reviews, the service provided by this bus company is highly praised. Customers appreciate the excellent timeliness of the drivers and mention that they were very helpful throughout their journey. Overall, it seems that customers are satisfied with the service received.

Megabus Sunderland Leeds recent customer reviews

Megabus is of the habit of coming very late and not keeping to time, some drivers are not sensitive. Very poor

Atole J.

August 2, 2024

Timeliness of the driver was excellent

Samuel Amuzu C.

July 29, 2023

Very satisfying

Bernadette O.

July 19, 2022

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Where are the popular stops in Sunderland and Leeds?

Stops in Sunderland

A - Sunderland Interchange (Park Lane) Bus Stop

Stops in Leeds

A - Leeds Coach Station

B - Leeds Bradford Airport

C - 20 Central Rd

D - Leeds Bus Stop F5

E - St Peter's Street

F - Leeds

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Sunderland to Leeds by bus

How far is Sunderland from Leeds?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Sunderland to Leeds?
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Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11/11

$20

11/12

$11

Today

$12

11/14

$14

11/15

$12

11/16

$12

11/17

$9

11/18

$9

The cheapest trip from Sunderland to Leeds was searched and found on Nov 18, 2025 with a price of $9

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

You can expect to pay from $9 to $37 for a bus ticket from Sunderland to Leeds based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $9 which is on 2025-11-18.

Usually National Express, FlixBus 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.