Coach Southampton to Sunderland from £39

Which bus from Southampton to Sunderland is the best?

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

today

£43

tomorrow

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Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

£45

Thursday

Cheapest bus trips today
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	FlixBus	10h 10m	17:00	Southampton	Coach Station	03:10	Sunderland	Interchange		Economy	£43	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Coach Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 05/12/2025 17:00:00 to Interchange, Sunderland (United Kingdom) arriving at 06/12/2025 03:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £43 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 10m
	FlixBus	9h 55m	17:15	Southampton	University	03:10	Sunderland	Interchange		Economy	£43	A Bus from FlixBus goes from University, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 05/12/2025 17:15:00 to Interchange, Sunderland (United Kingdom) arriving at 06/12/2025 03:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £43 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 55m

Did you know that if you travel from Southampton to Sunderland via Middlesbrough, you can save more than £10? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- National Express
  
  12h 50m
  
  0
  
  05:25
  
  Southampton
  Coach Station
  
  15:45
  
  Middlesbrough
  Coach Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  £26
  
  A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 06/12/2025 05:25:00 to Coach Station, Middlesbrough (United Kingdom) arriving at 06/12/2025 15:45:00. 50 Economy ticket for £26 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 20m
- National Express
  
  0h 45m
  
  0
  
  17:30
  
  Middlesbrough
  Coach Station
  
  18:15
  
  Sunderland
  Interchange
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  £7
  
  A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Middlesbrough (United Kingdom) at 06/12/2025 17:30:00 to Interchange, Sunderland (United Kingdom) arriving at 06/12/2025 18:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £7 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 45m
Travel time is 2h 55m longer, but you will save £10

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	FlixBus	10h 10m	17:00	Southampton	Coach Station	03:10	Sunderland	Interchange		Economy	£45	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Coach Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 10/12/2025 17:00:00 to Interchange, Sunderland (United Kingdom) arriving at 11/12/2025 03:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £45 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 10m
	FlixBus	9h 55m	17:15	Southampton	University	03:10	Sunderland	Interchange		Economy	£45	A Bus from FlixBus goes from University, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 10/12/2025 17:15:00 to Interchange, Sunderland (United Kingdom) arriving at 11/12/2025 03:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £45 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 55m

Did you know that if you travel from Southampton to Sunderland via Leeds, you can save more than £20? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- National Express
  
  10h 30m
  
  0
  
  12:15
  
  Southampton
  Coach Station
  
  20:35
  
  Leeds
  Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  £17
  
  A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 11/12/2025 12:15:00 to Bus Station, Leeds (United Kingdom) arriving at 11/12/2025 20:35:00. 50 Economy ticket for £17 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 20m
- National Express
  
  2h 0m
  
  0
  
  20:45
  
  Leeds
  Bus Station
  
  22:45
  
  Sunderland
  Interchange
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  £8
  
  A Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Leeds (United Kingdom) at 11/12/2025 20:45:00 to Interchange, Sunderland (United Kingdom) arriving at 11/12/2025 22:45:00. 50 Economy ticket for £8 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 0m
Travel time is 0h 35m longer, but you will save £20

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Southampton to Sunderland is £39 on 03/12/2025. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.

All facts for Southampton to Sunderland bus at a glance

Compare all coach operators like FlixBus that travel daily 2 times by bus from Southampton to Sunderland in one click. Book your Southampton to Sunderland bus ticket starting from £39!

Cheapest Bus	£39
Fastest Bus	9h 55m
Earliest Coach	17:00
Latest Coach	17:15
Daily Bus Connections	2 Ø
Distance	444.5 km
Coach Companies	FlixBus

What are the cheapest coach tickets from Southampton to Sunderland?

Every day, 2 buses from 1 coach companies leave Southampton for Sunderland. Check the table below to find the cheapest prices for coach tickets for this route, starting from 05/12/2025 and for the following days. Make sure get the cheapest bus ticket!

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday

Monday 01/12

Tuesday 02/12

Wednesday 03/12

Thursday 04/12

Friday 05/12

£43

Saturday 06/12

Sunday 07/12

Monday 08/12

Tuesday 09/12

Wednesday 10/12

£45

Thursday 11/12

Friday 12/12

Saturday 13/12

£46

Sunday 14/12

Monday 15/12

Tuesday 16/12

Wednesday 17/12

Thursday 18/12

Friday 19/12

Saturday 20/12

Sunday 21/12

Monday 22/12

Tuesday 23/12

Wednesday 24/12

Thursday 25/12

Friday 26/12

Saturday 27/12

Sunday 28/12

How to save money travelling from Southampton 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 Southampton 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 Southampton 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 Southampton 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 Southampton to Sunderland?

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

FlixBus from Southampton to Sunderland

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

Cheapest Price	£43
Fastest Coach	9h 55m
Earliest Coach	17:00
Last Coach	17:15
Daily Connections	2 Ø
Found on	01/12/2025

In total 1 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 Southampton and Sunderland

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

Coach Station

Harbour Parade 2

Solent University

East Park Terrace

University

Highfield Interchange Highfield Interchange

Port

Town Quay

New Road

Interchange

City Centre

Fawcett Street

Stadium of Light

Stadium Way

Seaburn Station

St Peters Station

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

Check all information on comfort and services on the coaches from Southampton 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 Southampton to Sunderland bus

How much does a Southampton Sunderland coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Southampton Sunderland bus trip is available from £39 and takes 10h 10m. Compare offers and save money!

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

This connection is offered by 1 companies with ticket prices ranging from £39 to £45. 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 Southampton Sunderland route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Southampton to Sunderland is offered by roughly 2 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Sunderland from Southampton take?

The quickest coach from Southampton to Sunderland is provided by FlixBus and takes 9h 55m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £43. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Southampton to Sunderland?

The earliest bus to Sunderland departs from Southampton at 17:00. 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 Southampton to Sunderland?

The latest bus to Sunderland departs from Southampton at 17:15. 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 Southampton Sunderland route?

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

Is there a direct bus between Southampton and Sunderland?

You can check all the direct connections between Southampton 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: FlixBus.

What can I take with me on the bus to Sunderland from Southampton?

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 Southampton 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 Southampton 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 Southampton to Sunderland on your planned travel date.

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

Economy

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

More bus routes to Southampton and to Sunderland

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