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Compare all timetables for the bus from Sunderland to Bristol

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Sunderland to Bristol from various bus operators like National Express or FlixBus for the next days.

today
£58
tomorrow
£20
Tuesday
£18
Wednesday
£20
Thursday
£18
Friday
£26
Saturday
£24

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 11h 5m 09:00 Sunderland Interchange 20:05 Bristol Black Boy Hill  Economy £58
National Express 11h 3m 09:00 Sunderland Interchange 20:03 Bristol Clifton Down  Economy £58
National Express 11h 0m 09:00 Sunderland Interchange 20:00 Bristol University Queens Rd  Economy £58
FlixBus 10h 20m 23:55 Sunderland Interchange 10:15 Bristol Coldharbour Lane  Economy £72
FlixBus 10h 35m 23:55 Sunderland Interchange 10:30 Bristol Coach Station  Economy £73
  • Did you know that if you travel from Sunderland to Bristol via Leeds, you can save more than £39? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      7h 45m
      0
      10:55
      Sunderland
      Interchange
      12:50
      Leeds
      Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £7
      • Waiting Time 0h 30m
    • FlixBus
      5h 20m
      0
      13:20
      Leeds
      Bus Station
      18:40
      Bristol
      Coach Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £12
    Travel Time is 2h 35m shorter, and you will save £39

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 12h 3m 08:20 Sunderland Interchange 20:23 Bristol Clifton Down  Economy £20
National Express 12h 5m 08:20 Sunderland Interchange 20:25 Bristol Black Boy Hill  Economy £20
National Express 12h 0m 08:20 Sunderland Interchange 20:20 Bristol University Queens Rd  Economy £20
FlixBus 7h 45m 10:55 Sunderland Interchange 18:40 Bristol Coach Station  Economy £26
FlixBus 9h 10m 14:25 Sunderland Interchange 23:35 Bristol Coach Station  Economy £26

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 12h 3m 08:20 Sunderland Interchange 20:23 Bristol Clifton Down  Economy £18
National Express 12h 5m 08:20 Sunderland Interchange 20:25 Bristol Black Boy Hill  Economy £18
National Express 12h 0m 08:20 Sunderland Interchange 20:20 Bristol University Queens Rd  Economy £18
FlixBus 7h 45m 10:55 Sunderland Interchange 18:40 Bristol Coach Station  Economy £26
FlixBus 7h 25m 12:30 Sunderland Interchange 19:55 Bristol Coach Station  Economy £26

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 12h 3m 08:20 Sunderland Interchange 20:23 Bristol Clifton Down  Economy £20
National Express 12h 0m 08:20 Sunderland Interchange 20:20 Bristol University Queens Rd  Economy £20
National Express 12h 5m 08:20 Sunderland Interchange 20:25 Bristol Black Boy Hill  Economy £20
FlixBus 7h 45m 10:55 Sunderland Interchange 18:40 Bristol Coach Station  Economy £25
FlixBus 7h 25m 12:30 Sunderland Interchange 19:55 Bristol Coach Station  Economy £26
  • Did you know that if you travel from Sunderland to Bristol via Leeds, you can save more than £3? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      8h 15m
      0
      12:30
      Sunderland
      Interchange
      14:30
      Leeds
      Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £7
      • Waiting Time 0h 15m
    • National Express
      6h 0m
      0
      14:45
      Leeds
      Bus Station
      20:45
      Bristol
      Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £9
    Travel time is 0h 50m longer, but you will save £3

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 12h 3m 08:20 Sunderland Interchange 20:23 Bristol Clifton Down  Economy £18
National Express 12h 5m 08:20 Sunderland Interchange 20:25 Bristol Black Boy Hill  Economy £20
National Express 12h 0m 08:20 Sunderland Interchange 20:20 Bristol University Queens Rd  Economy £20
FlixBus 7h 45m 10:55 Sunderland Interchange 18:40 Bristol Coach Station  Economy £25
FlixBus 7h 25m 12:30 Sunderland Interchange 19:55 Bristol Coach Station  Economy £25

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 9h 10m 14:25 Sunderland Interchange 23:35 Bristol Coach Station  Economy £26
National Express 8h 50m 05:50 Sunderland Interchange 14:40 Bristol Coach Station  Economy £27
FlixBus 7h 55m 10:55 Sunderland Interchange 18:50 Bristol Coach Station  Economy £32
National Express 10h 0m 15:20 Sunderland Interchange 01:20 Bristol Coach Station  Economy £33
National Express 9h 0m 07:10 Sunderland Interchange 16:10 Bristol Coach Station  Economy £34
  • Did you know that if you travel from Sunderland to Bristol via Leeds, you can save more than £9? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      8h 15m
      0
      12:30
      Sunderland
      Interchange
      14:30
      Leeds
      Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £7
      • Waiting Time 0h 15m
    • National Express
      6h 0m
      0
      14:45
      Leeds
      Bus Station
      20:45
      Bristol
      Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £9
    Travel time is 0h 20m longer, but you will save £9

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 8h 35m 06:05 Sunderland Interchange 14:40 Bristol Coach Station  Economy £24
National Express 12h 10m 06:05 Sunderland Interchange 18:15 Bristol Black Boy Hill  Economy £25
National Express 12h 8m 06:05 Sunderland Interchange 18:13 Bristol Clifton Down  Economy £25
FlixBus 7h 45m 10:55 Sunderland Interchange 18:40 Bristol Coach Station  Economy £26
FlixBus 7h 25m 12:30 Sunderland Interchange 19:55 Bristol Coach Station  Economy £26
  • Did you know that if you travel from Sunderland to Bristol via Leeds, you can save more than £7? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      8h 15m
      0
      12:30
      Sunderland
      Interchange
      14:30
      Leeds
      Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £7
      • Waiting Time 0h 15m
    • National Express
      6h 0m
      0
      14:45
      Leeds
      Bus Station
      20:45
      Bristol
      Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £9
    Travel time is 0h 50m longer, but you will save £7

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Sunderland to Bristol is £18 on 03/11/2026. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.


Frequency of bus connections between Sunderland and Bristol

See here how frequent the connections between Sunderland and Bristol are, during different times and days of the week.
Saturday is the busiest day, with more than 19 daily coaches from Sunderland to Bristol. Monday has instead the fewest connections, with only 8 daily coaches between Sunderland and Bristol.
The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 40 coaches from Sunderland to Bristol, while Evening sees the fewest connections between Sunderland and Bristol, with 10 offers.

Facts about coaches from Sunderland to Bristol

Compare all providers like National Express and FlixBus that travel 11 times every day by bus from Sunderland to Bristol in one click! Book your bus ticket from Sunderland to Bristol starting from £18!

Cheapest Bus £18
Fastest Bus 7h 25m
Earliest Coach 09:00
Latest Coach 23:55
Daily Bus Connections 11 Ø
Distance 392.2 km
Coach Companies National Express and FlixBus

Cheapest coach connections from Sunderland to Bristol

Every day, 11 buses from 2 coach companies leave Sunderland for Bristol: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 01/11/2026 and for the following days.

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 26/10
Tuesday 27/10
Wednesday 28/10
Thursday 29/10
Friday 30/10
Saturday 31/10
Sunday 01/11
£41
Monday 02/11
£26
Tuesday 03/11
£26
Wednesday 04/11
£25
Thursday 05/11
£26
Friday 06/11
£26
Saturday 07/11
£24
Sunday 08/11
£22
Monday 09/11
£24
Tuesday 10/11
£20
Wednesday 11/11
£22
Thursday 12/11
£23
Friday 13/11
£19
Saturday 14/11
£21
Sunday 15/11
£22
Monday 16/11
£21
Tuesday 17/11
£20
Wednesday 18/11
£21
Thursday 19/11
£20
Friday 20/11
£18
Saturday 21/11
£21
Sunday 22/11

The cheapest time to travel from Sunderland to Bristol

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Sunderland to Bristol, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £18, Monday is the cheapest day for a coach from Sunderland to Bristol. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £22.
Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Sunderland to Bristol, with £18. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £28.

How to save money travelling from Sunderland to Bristol

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Sunderland to Bristol in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Sunderland to Bristol, 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 Sunderland to Bristol are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Sunderland to Bristol

These are the most booked bus companies between Sunderland to Bristol from our users.

National Express from Sunderland to Bristol

National Express

Here you will find the key facts about the National Express bus route Sunderland to Bristol:

Cheapest Price £18
Fastest Coach 7h 45m
Earliest Coach 09:00
Last Coach 15:30
Daily Connections 7 Ø
Found on 01/11/2026

FlixBus from Sunderland to Bristol

FlixBus

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

Cheapest Price £25
Fastest Coach 7h 25m
Earliest Coach 10:55
Last Coach 23:55
Daily Connections 3 Ø
Found on 01/11/2026

All bus stations and stops in Sunderland and Bristol

The map below shows you where to find all the bus stations in Sunderland and Bristol.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Sunderland to Bristol

Want to know which seat classes are available on the coaches from Sunderland to Bristol? Or which bus companies serve the route Sunderland to Bristol? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Sunderland to Bristol bus

How much does a Sunderland - Bristol coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Sunderland - Bristol bus trip is available from £18 and takes 12h 3m. Compare offers and save money!

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

The connection Sunderland to Bristol is offered by 2 companies with ticket prices ranging from £18 to £77. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you will get the cheapest ticket price.

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

Each day, the bus route from Sunderland to Bristol is offered by roughly 11 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Bristol from Sunderland take?

The quickest coach from Sunderland to Bristol is provided by FlixBus and takes 7h 25m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £74. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Sunderland to Bristol?

The earliest bus to Bristol departs from Sunderland at 09:00. 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 Sunderland to Bristol?

The latest bus to Bristol departs from Sunderland at 23:55. 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 Sunderland - Bristol route?

Passengers looking to travel from Sunderland to Bristol 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 Sunderland and Bristol?

You can check all the direct connections between Sunderland and Bristol 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 Bristol from Sunderland?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you are allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the bus for the Sunderland Bristol 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 Sunderland Bristol 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 Sunderland to Bristol on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Sunderland to Bristol?

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 11 daily trips between Sunderland and Bristol. 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 Sunderland to Bristol?

Prices and availability for 11 trips between Sunderland and Bristol 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 Sunderland to Bristol

Economy
Economy

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

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