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Which bus from Cheltenham to Sunderland is the best?

Check the bus schedule for Cheltenham to Sunderland. Here is a selection of the cheapest coach trips for the next days from bus operators like National Express or FlixBus. To see the full timetable for all coaches just use or search and compare.

today
£36
tomorrow
£40
Saturday
£30
Sunday
£34
Monday
£34
Tuesday
£30
Wednesday
£34

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 11h 30m 05:00 Cheltenham Royal Well Coach Station 16:30 Sunderland Interchange  Economy £36
National Express 10h 40m 03:00 Cheltenham Royal Well Coach Station 13:40 Sunderland Interchange  Economy £38
National Express 11h 45m 08:00 Cheltenham Royal Well Coach Station 19:45 Sunderland Interchange  Economy £43
National Express 11h 30m 13:15 Cheltenham Royal Well Coach Station 00:45 Sunderland Interchange  Economy £45
National Express 11h 10m 19:00 Cheltenham Royal Well Coach Station 06:10 Sunderland Interchange  Economy £45
  • Did you know that if you travel from Cheltenham to Sunderland via Gloucester, you can save more than £12? You will find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      Save more than 33%
      12h 10m
      Cheltenham
      12 km
      04:20
      Gloucester
      Transport Hub
      16:30
      Sunderland
      Interchange
      0 km
      National Express
      Economy
      £24
  • Did you know that if you travel from Cheltenham to Sunderland via Leeds, you can save more than £12? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      9h 35m
      0
      02:20
      Cheltenham
      Royal Well Coach Station
      09:25
      Leeds
      Bus Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £17
      • Waiting Time 0h 35m
    • FlixBus
      1h 55m
      0
      10:00
      Leeds
      Bus Station
      11:55
      Sunderland
      Interchange
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £7
    Travel Time is 1h 5m shorter, and you will save £12

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 10h 45m 03:00 Cheltenham Royal Well Coach Station 13:45 Sunderland Interchange  Economy £40
National Express 12h 0m 04:50 Cheltenham Royal Well Coach Station 16:50 Sunderland Interchange  Economy £40
National Express 11h 10m 12:35 Cheltenham Royal Well Coach Station 23:45 Sunderland Interchange  Economy £43
FlixBus 11h 30m 15:40 Cheltenham Royal Well Coach Station 03:10 Sunderland Interchange  Economy £46
  • Did you know that if you travel from Cheltenham to Sunderland via Gloucester, you can save more than £3? You will find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      Save more than 8%
      11h 25m
      Cheltenham
      12 km
      02:20
      Gloucester
      Transport Hub
      13:45
      Sunderland
      Interchange
      0 km
      National Express
      Economy
      £37
  • Did you know that if you travel from Cheltenham to Sunderland via Manchester Airport, you can save more than £17? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      13h 0m
      0
      22:40
      Cheltenham
      Royal Well Coach Station
      05:45
      Manchester Airport
      Airport Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £19
      • Waiting Time 1h 50m
    • FlixBus
      4h 5m
      0
      07:35
      Manchester Airport
      Airport Coach Station
      11:40
      Sunderland
      Interchange
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £4
    Travel time is 2h 15m longer, but you will save £17

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 11h 10m 05:20 Cheltenham Royal Well Coach Station 16:30 Sunderland Interchange  Economy £30
National Express 11h 5m 13:15 Cheltenham Royal Well Coach Station 00:20 Sunderland Interchange  Economy £30
National Express 10h 55m 12:35 Cheltenham Royal Well Coach Station 23:30 Sunderland Interchange  Economy £34
National Express 10h 40m 03:00 Cheltenham Royal Well Coach Station 13:40 Sunderland Interchange  Economy £35
National Express 10h 35m 19:35 Cheltenham Royal Well Coach Station 06:10 Sunderland Interchange  Economy £39
  • Did you know that if you travel from Cheltenham to Sunderland via Gloucester, you can save more than £6? You will find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      Save more than 20%
      11h 20m
      Cheltenham
      12 km
      02:20
      Gloucester
      Transport Hub
      13:40
      Sunderland
      Interchange
      0 km
      National Express
      Economy
      £24
  • Did you know that if you travel from Cheltenham to Sunderland via Leeds, you can save more than £11? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      8h 0m
      0
      11:05
      Cheltenham
      Arle Court
      16:45
      Leeds
      Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £11
      • Waiting Time 0h 25m
    • FlixBus
      1h 55m
      0
      17:10
      Leeds
      Bus Station
      19:05
      Sunderland
      Interchange
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £8
    Travel Time is 2h 35m shorter, and you will save £11

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 10h 40m 03:00 Cheltenham Royal Well Coach Station 13:40 Sunderland Interchange  Economy £34
National Express 11h 10m 05:20 Cheltenham Royal Well Coach Station 16:30 Sunderland Interchange  Economy £34
National Express 10h 45m 09:00 Cheltenham Royal Well Coach Station 19:45 Sunderland Interchange  Economy £37
FlixBus 11h 30m 15:40 Cheltenham Royal Well Coach Station 03:10 Sunderland Interchange  Economy £41
  • Did you know that if you travel from Cheltenham to Sunderland via Gloucester, you can save more than £6? You will find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      Save more than 18%
      11h 20m
      Cheltenham
      12 km
      02:20
      Gloucester
      Transport Hub
      13:40
      Sunderland
      Interchange
      0 km
      National Express
      Economy
      £28
  • Did you know that if you travel from Cheltenham to Sunderland via Leeds, you can save more than £15? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      8h 0m
      0
      11:05
      Cheltenham
      Arle Court
      16:45
      Leeds
      Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £11
      • Waiting Time 0h 25m
    • FlixBus
      1h 55m
      0
      17:10
      Leeds
      Bus Station
      19:05
      Sunderland
      Interchange
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £8
    Travel Time is 2h 40m shorter, and you will save £15

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 11h 40m 04:50 Cheltenham Royal Well Coach Station 16:30 Sunderland Interchange  Economy £34
National Express 11h 30m 13:15 Cheltenham Royal Well Coach Station 00:45 Sunderland Interchange  Economy £35
National Express 10h 40m 03:00 Cheltenham Royal Well Coach Station 13:40 Sunderland Interchange  Economy £38
National Express 10h 45m 09:00 Cheltenham Royal Well Coach Station 19:45 Sunderland Interchange  Economy £43
National Express 10h 35m 19:35 Cheltenham Royal Well Coach Station 06:10 Sunderland Interchange  Economy £46
  • Did you know that if you travel from Cheltenham to Sunderland via Gloucester, you can save more than £10? You will find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      Save more than 29%
      12h 15m
      Cheltenham
      12 km
      12:30
      Gloucester
      Transport Hub
      00:45
      Sunderland
      Interchange
      0 km
      National Express
      Economy
      £24
  • Did you know that if you travel from Cheltenham to Sunderland via Leeds, you can save more than £15? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      8h 0m
      0
      11:05
      Cheltenham
      Arle Court
      16:45
      Leeds
      Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £11
      • Waiting Time 0h 25m
    • FlixBus
      1h 55m
      0
      17:10
      Leeds
      Bus Station
      19:05
      Sunderland
      Interchange
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £8
    Travel Time is 2h 35m shorter, and you will save £15

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 11h 30m 05:00 Cheltenham Royal Well Coach Station 16:30 Sunderland Interchange  Economy £30
National Express 10h 40m 03:00 Cheltenham Royal Well Coach Station 13:40 Sunderland Interchange  Economy £34
FlixBus 11h 30m 15:40 Cheltenham Royal Well Coach Station 03:10 Sunderland Interchange  Economy £34
National Express 11h 45m 08:00 Cheltenham Royal Well Coach Station 19:45 Sunderland Interchange  Economy £35
  • Did you know that if you travel from Cheltenham to Sunderland via Gloucester, you can save more than £11? You will find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      Save more than 37%
      12h 10m
      Cheltenham
      12 km
      04:20
      Gloucester
      Transport Hub
      16:30
      Sunderland
      Interchange
      0 km
      National Express
      Economy
      £19
  • Did you know that if you travel from Cheltenham to Sunderland via Leeds, you can save more than £11? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      8h 0m
      0
      11:05
      Cheltenham
      Arle Court
      16:45
      Leeds
      Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £11
      • Waiting Time 0h 25m
    • FlixBus
      1h 55m
      0
      17:10
      Leeds
      Bus Station
      19:05
      Sunderland
      Interchange
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £8
    Travel Time is 2h 40m shorter, and you will save £11

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 10h 40m 03:00 Cheltenham Royal Well Coach Station 13:40 Sunderland Interchange  Economy £34
National Express 11h 30m 05:00 Cheltenham Royal Well Coach Station 16:30 Sunderland Interchange  Economy £34
FlixBus 11h 30m 15:40 Cheltenham Royal Well Coach Station 03:10 Sunderland Interchange  Economy £34
National Express 11h 10m 19:00 Cheltenham Royal Well Coach Station 06:10 Sunderland Interchange  Economy £36
  • Did you know that if you travel from Cheltenham to Sunderland via Gloucester, you can save more than £15? You will find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      Save more than 44%
      11h 20m
      Cheltenham
      12 km
      02:20
      Gloucester
      Transport Hub
      13:40
      Sunderland
      Interchange
      0 km
      National Express
      Economy
      £19
  • Did you know that if you travel from Cheltenham to Sunderland via Leeds, you can save more than £17? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      8h 0m
      0
      11:05
      Cheltenham
      Arle Court
      16:45
      Leeds
      Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £10
      • Waiting Time 0h 25m
    • FlixBus
      1h 55m
      0
      17:10
      Leeds
      Bus Station
      19:05
      Sunderland
      Interchange
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £6
    Travel Time is 2h 40m shorter, and you will save £17

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Cheltenham to Sunderland is £26 on 10/07/2026. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.


What is the best day and time to travel by bus between Cheltenham and Sunderland?

Here is the frequency of all coach connections from Cheltenham to Sunderland. See on which day of the week you have more travel options and what time you have more bus trips to choose from.
Friday is the busiest day, with more than 7 daily coaches from Cheltenham to Sunderland. Monday has instead the fewest connections, with only 5 daily coaches between Cheltenham and Sunderland.
The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 14 coaches from Cheltenham to Sunderland, while Morning sees the fewest connections between Cheltenham and Sunderland, with 7 offers.

All facts for Cheltenham to Sunderland bus at a glance

Compare all coach operators like National Express and FlixBus that travel daily 6 times by bus from Cheltenham to Sunderland in one click. Book your Cheltenham to Sunderland bus ticket starting from £26!

Cheapest Bus £26
Fastest Bus 10h 35m
Earliest Coach 03:00
Latest Coach 19:00
Daily Bus Connections 6 Ø
Distance 337.2 km
Coach Companies National Express and FlixBus

What are the cheapest coach tickets from Cheltenham to Sunderland?

Every day, 6 buses from 2 coach companies leave Cheltenham for Sunderland. Check the table below to find the cheapest prices for coach tickets for this route, starting from 18/06/2026 and for the following days. Make sure get the cheapest bus ticket!

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 15/06
Tuesday 16/06
Wednesday 17/06
Thursday 18/06
£36
Friday 19/06
£40
Saturday 20/06
£30
Sunday 21/06
£34
Monday 22/06
£34
Tuesday 23/06
£30
Wednesday 24/06
£34
Thursday 25/06
£32
Friday 26/06
£27
Saturday 27/06
£32
Sunday 28/06
£32
Monday 29/06
£32
Tuesday 30/06
£32
Wednesday 01/07
£32
Thursday 02/07
£30
Friday 03/07
£30
Saturday 04/07
£30
Sunday 05/07
Monday 06/07
Tuesday 07/07
Wednesday 08/07
Thursday 09/07
£31
Friday 10/07
£26
Saturday 11/07
£30
Sunday 12/07

The cheapest time to travel from Cheltenham to Sunderland

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Cheltenham to Sunderland, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £26, Friday is the cheapest day for a coach from Cheltenham to Sunderland. Wednesday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £32.
Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Cheltenham to Sunderland, with £26. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £36.

How to save money travelling from Cheltenham to Sunderland

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying higher prices for your trip? Plan your bus trips smartly. Here are a few hacks to save money on your coach journey.

Book the ticket from Cheltenham 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 coach from Cheltenham 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 coaches from Cheltenham to Sunderland are also emptier.

Check for bus deals and promotions for all bus companies in this route. On CheckMyBus we show special offers directly in the coach trip on our search. Sign-up and check or deals sections and get notifications on our latest travel hacks.

What are the most popular bus companies from Cheltenham to Sunderland?

These are the most booked bus companies by our users on the Cheltenham to Sunderland timetable.

FlixBus from Cheltenham to Sunderland

FlixBus

Here you will find the key facts about the FlixBus bus route Cheltenham to Sunderland:

Cheapest Price £34
Fastest Coach 11h 30m
Earliest Coach 15:40
Last Coach 15:40
Daily Connections 1 Ø
Found on 25/05/2026
In total 2 operators offer buses for this route. Find all bus timetables for them. Each coach company has a dedicated cancellation policy and possibilities for transport luggage on the bus. Check also special conditions to travel with kids or coach cards with rebates.

All bus stations and stops in Cheltenham and Sunderland

Here is a map with all coach stations in Cheltenham and Sunderland. Compare which stop is closest to your destination to save time to find the fastest buses and connections.

All you need to know when you travel by bus from Cheltenham to Sunderland

Check all information on comfort and services on the coaches from Cheltenham to Sunderland. Which seat classes are available or what are the amenities of operators on your coach trip? Below you´ll find answers to your questions.

FAQs for Cheltenham to Sunderland bus

How much does a Cheltenham Sunderland coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Cheltenham Sunderland bus trip is available from £26 and takes 11h 5m. Compare offers and save money!

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

This connection is offered by 2 companies with ticket prices ranging from £26 to £47. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you’ll get the cheapest bus trip to Sunderland.

How many connections are available for the Cheltenham Sunderland route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Cheltenham to Sunderland is offered by roughly 6 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Sunderland from Cheltenham take?

The quickest coach from Cheltenham to Sunderland is provided by National Express and takes 10h 35m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £45. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Cheltenham to Sunderland?

The earliest bus to Sunderland departs from Cheltenham at 03:00. In this context, information about departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last coach from Cheltenham to Sunderland?

The latest bus to Sunderland departs from Cheltenham at 19:00. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies serve the Cheltenham Sunderland route?

Passengers looking to travel from Cheltenham to Sunderland can travel with National Express and FlixBus. Compare all available bus tickets with our search to book the trip that works best for you.

Is there a direct bus between Cheltenham and Sunderland?

You can check all the direct connections between Cheltenham 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 bus to Sunderland from Cheltenham?

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 bus for the Cheltenham Sunderland bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a coach that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Cheltenham 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 travelling 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 Cheltenham to Sunderland on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best coach deals from Cheltenham to Sunderland?

CheckMyBus collaborates directly with companies around the world to provide you with the best options when searching for a trip. We retrieve their first-hand data to show you real-time prices, schedules, and seat availability for 6 daily trips between Cheltenham and Sunderland. With the most up-to-date information from verified sources, you can fairly compare all available options and choose the trip that suits you best.

How does CheckMyBus technology work for trips from Cheltenham to Sunderland?

Prices and availability for 6 trips between Cheltenham and Sunderland change constantly. To provide you with the most up-to-date information, we connect directly with bus operators, Online Travel Agencies (OTAs), and Global Distribution Systems (GDS) via real-time interfaces (APIs). The data collected from these sources undergoes strict quality checks, is processed within our infrastructure, and is then presented to you on our search results pages. Visit our About Us page to learn more.

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

Economy
Economy

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

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