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Compare all timetables for the bus from Sunderland to Leicester

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

today
£23
tomorrow
Thursday
£24
Friday
Saturday
£24
Sunday
£17
Monday

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 7h 50m 12:20 Sunderland Interchange 20:10 Leicester St. Margaret's Bus Station  Economy £23
National Express 9h 5m 18:05 Sunderland Interchange 03:10 Leicester St. Margaret's Bus Station  Economy £24
National Express 5h 35m 23:45 Sunderland Interchange 05:20 Leicester St. Margaret's Bus Station  Economy £25
  • Did you know that if you travel from Sunderland to Leicester via Sheffield, you can save more than £10? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      4h 20m
      0
      12:30
      Sunderland
      Interchange
      15:20
      Sheffield
      Meadowhall Interchange Coach Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £6
      • Waiting Time 0h 5m
    • FlixBus
      1h 25m
      0
      15:25
      Sheffield
      Meadowhall Interchange Coach Station
      16:50
      Leicester
      Fosse Park
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £6
    Travel Time is 1h 15m shorter, and you will save £10

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 9h 5m 18:05 Sunderland Interchange 03:10 Leicester St. Margaret's Bus Station  Economy £24
National Express 7h 50m 12:20 Sunderland Interchange 20:10 Leicester St. Margaret's Bus Station  Economy £25
National Express 5h 35m 23:45 Sunderland Interchange 05:20 Leicester St. Margaret's Bus Station  Economy £25
  • Did you know that if you travel from Sunderland to Leicester via Sheffield, you can save more than £11? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      4h 20m
      0
      12:30
      Sunderland
      Interchange
      15:20
      Sheffield
      Meadowhall Interchange Coach Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £6
      • Waiting Time 0h 5m
    • FlixBus
      1h 25m
      0
      15:25
      Sheffield
      Meadowhall Interchange Coach Station
      16:50
      Leicester
      Fosse Park
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £6
    Travel Time is 1h 15m shorter, and you will save £11

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 9h 5m 18:05 Sunderland Interchange 03:10 Leicester St. Margaret's Bus Station  Economy £24
National Express 5h 35m 23:45 Sunderland Interchange 05:20 Leicester St. Margaret's Bus Station  Economy £25
National Express 7h 40m 12:20 Sunderland Interchange 20:00 Leicester St. Margaret's Bus Station  Economy £27
  • Did you know that if you travel from Sunderland to Leicester via Leeds, you can save more than £12? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      5h 30m
      0
      10:55
      Sunderland
      Interchange
      12:50
      Leeds
      Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £7
      • Waiting Time 1h 10m
    • FlixBus
      2h 25m
      0
      14:00
      Leeds
      Bus Station
      16:25
      Leicester
      Fosse Park
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £5
    Travel Time is 0h 5m shorter, and you will save £12

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 4h 20m 12:30 Sunderland Interchange 16:50 Leicester Fosse Park  Economy £17
National Express 5h 35m 23:45 Sunderland Interchange 05:20 Leicester St. Margaret's Bus Station  Economy £26
National Express 9h 5m 18:05 Sunderland Interchange 03:10 Leicester St. Margaret's Bus Station  Economy £30
National Express 7h 40m 12:20 Sunderland Interchange 20:00 Leicester St. Margaret's Bus Station  Economy £36
  • Did you know that if you travel from Sunderland to Leicester via Leeds, you can save more than £5? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      5h 30m
      0
      10:55
      Sunderland
      Interchange
      12:50
      Leeds
      Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £7
      • Waiting Time 1h 10m
    • FlixBus
      2h 25m
      0
      14:00
      Leeds
      Bus Station
      16:25
      Leicester
      Fosse Park
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £5
    Travel time is 1h 10m longer, but you will save £5

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Sunderland to Leicester is £11 on 10/02/2026. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.


Frequency of bus connections between Sunderland and Leicester

See here how frequent the connections between Sunderland and Leicester are, during different times and days of the week.
Sunday is the busiest day, with more than 4 daily coaches from Sunderland to Leicester. Tuesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 3 daily coaches between Sunderland and Leicester.
The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 8 coaches from Sunderland to Leicester, while Afternoon sees the fewest connections between Sunderland and Leicester, with 5 offers.

Facts about coaches from Sunderland to Leicester

Compare all providers like National Express and FlixBus that travel 3 times every day by bus from Sunderland to Leicester in one click! Book your bus ticket from Sunderland to Leicester starting from £11!

Cheapest Bus £11
Fastest Bus 4h 20m
Earliest Coach 12:20
Latest Coach 23:45
Daily Bus Connections 3 Ø
Distance 252.9 km
Coach Companies National Express and FlixBus

Cheapest coach connections from Sunderland to Leicester

Every day, 3 buses from 2 coach companies leave Sunderland for Leicester: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 03/02/2026 and for the following days.

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

The cheapest time to travel from Sunderland to Leicester

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Sunderland to Leicester, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £11, Tuesday is the cheapest day for a coach from Sunderland to Leicester. Thursday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £24.
Afternoon is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Sunderland to Leicester, with £17. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £24.

How to save money travelling from Sunderland to Leicester

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 Leicester 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 Leicester, 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 Leicester are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Sunderland to Leicester

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

National Express from Sunderland to Leicester

National Express

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

Cheapest Price £23
Fastest Coach 5h 35m
Earliest Coach 12:20
Last Coach 23:45
Daily Connections 3 Ø
Found on 02/02/2026

FlixBus from Sunderland to Leicester

FlixBus

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

Cheapest Price £17
Fastest Coach 4h 20m
Earliest Coach 12:30
Last Coach 12:30
Daily Connections 1 Ø
Found on 09/01/2026

All bus stations and stops in Sunderland and Leicester

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

Service and Comfort on the bus from Sunderland to Leicester

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

FAQs about the Sunderland to Leicester bus

How much does a Sunderland - Leicester coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Sunderland - Leicester bus trip is available from £11 and takes 4h 20m. Compare offers and save money!

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

The connection Sunderland to Leicester is offered by 2 companies with ticket prices ranging from £11 to £36. 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 - Leicester route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Sunderland to Leicester is offered by roughly 3 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Leicester from Sunderland take?

The quickest coach from Sunderland to Leicester is provided by FlixBus and takes 4h 20m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £17. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Sunderland to Leicester?

The earliest bus to Leicester departs from Sunderland at 12:20. 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 Leicester?

The latest bus to Leicester departs from Sunderland at 23:45. 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 - Leicester route?

Passengers looking to travel from Sunderland to Leicester 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 Leicester?

You can check all the direct connections between Sunderland and Leicester 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 Leicester 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 Leicester 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 Leicester 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 Leicester on your planned travel date.

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

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 3 daily trips between Sunderland and Leicester. 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 Leicester?

Prices and availability for 3 trips between Sunderland and Leicester 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 Leicester

Economy
Economy

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

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