What is the best way to travel from Dundee to Sunderland?
Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Trains and Buses to Sunderland from Dundee. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 4 available companies to find your perfect trip!
What is the cheapest way to reach Sunderland from Dundee?
You can reach Sunderland with just £15 by taking a Bus from FlixBus, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.
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London North Eastern Railway (LNER)3h 28m013:04DundeeCentral Station16:32SunderlandCentral Station0EconomyA Train from London North Eastern Railway (LNER) goes from Central Station, Dundee (United Kingdom) at 07/12/2025 13:04:00 to Central Station, Sunderland (United Kingdom) arriving at 07/12/2025 16:32:00. 50 Economy ticket for £37 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 28m
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CrossCountry3h 55m012:22DundeeCentral Station16:17SunderlandCentral Station0EconomyA Train from CrossCountry goes from Central Station, Dundee (United Kingdom) at 07/12/2025 12:22:00 to Central Station, Sunderland (United Kingdom) arriving at 07/12/2025 16:17:00. 50 Economy ticket for £55 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 55m
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CrossCountry3h 29m012:22DundeeCentral Station15:51SunderlandCentral Station0EconomyA Train from CrossCountry goes from Central Station, Dundee (United Kingdom) at 07/12/2025 12:22:00 to Central Station, Sunderland (United Kingdom) arriving at 07/12/2025 15:51:00. 50 Economy ticket for £55 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 29m
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London North Eastern Railway (LNER)3h 46m013:04DundeeCentral Station16:50SunderlandCentral Station0EconomyA Train from London North Eastern Railway (LNER) goes from Central Station, Dundee (United Kingdom) at 07/12/2025 13:04:00 to Central Station, Sunderland (United Kingdom) arriving at 07/12/2025 16:50:00. 50 Economy ticket for £55 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 46m
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ScotRail3h 30m013:20DundeeCentral Station16:50SunderlandCentral Station0EconomyA Train from ScotRail goes from Central Station, Dundee (United Kingdom) at 07/12/2025 13:20:00 to Central Station, Sunderland (United Kingdom) arriving at 07/12/2025 16:50:00. 50 Economy ticket for £55 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 30m
Cheapest Trains Sunday
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FlixBus6h 55m016:55DundeeScience Centre Station23:50SunderlandInterchange0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Science Centre Station, Dundee (United Kingdom) at 08/12/2025 16:55:00 to Interchange, Sunderland (United Kingdom) arriving at 08/12/2025 23:50:00. 50 Economy ticket for £15 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 55m
Cheapest Buses Monday
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FlixBus6h 55m016:55DundeeScience Centre Station23:50SunderlandInterchange0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Science Centre Station, Dundee (United Kingdom) at 11/12/2025 16:55:00 to Interchange, Sunderland (United Kingdom) arriving at 11/12/2025 23:50:00. 50 Economy ticket for £15 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 55m
Cheapest Buses Thursday
What are the fastest trips from Dundee to Sunderland?
You can get to Sunderland from Dundee in just 3h 28m with a Train from London North Eastern Railway (LNER). But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.
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London North Eastern Railway (LNER)3h 28m013:04DundeeCentral Station16:32SunderlandCentral Station0EconomyA Train from London North Eastern Railway (LNER) goes from Central Station, Dundee (United Kingdom) at 07/12/2025 13:04:00 to Central Station, Sunderland (United Kingdom) arriving at 07/12/2025 16:32:00. 50 Economy ticket for £37 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 28m
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CrossCountry3h 29m012:22DundeeCentral Station15:51SunderlandCentral Station0EconomyA Train from CrossCountry goes from Central Station, Dundee (United Kingdom) at 07/12/2025 12:22:00 to Central Station, Sunderland (United Kingdom) arriving at 07/12/2025 15:51:00. 50 Economy ticket for £55 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 29m
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ScotRail3h 30m013:20DundeeCentral Station16:50SunderlandCentral Station0EconomyA Train from ScotRail goes from Central Station, Dundee (United Kingdom) at 07/12/2025 13:20:00 to Central Station, Sunderland (United Kingdom) arriving at 07/12/2025 16:50:00. 50 Economy ticket for £55 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 30m
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London North Eastern Railway (LNER)3h 46m013:04DundeeCentral Station16:50SunderlandCentral Station0EconomyA Train from London North Eastern Railway (LNER) goes from Central Station, Dundee (United Kingdom) at 07/12/2025 13:04:00 to Central Station, Sunderland (United Kingdom) arriving at 07/12/2025 16:50:00. 50 Economy ticket for £55 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 46m
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CrossCountry3h 55m012:22DundeeCentral Station16:17SunderlandCentral Station0EconomyA Train from CrossCountry goes from Central Station, Dundee (United Kingdom) at 07/12/2025 12:22:00 to Central Station, Sunderland (United Kingdom) arriving at 07/12/2025 16:17:00. 50 Economy ticket for £55 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 55m
Fastest Trains Sunday
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FlixBus6h 55m016:55DundeeScience Centre Station23:50SunderlandInterchange0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Science Centre Station, Dundee (United Kingdom) at 08/12/2025 16:55:00 to Interchange, Sunderland (United Kingdom) arriving at 08/12/2025 23:50:00. 50 Economy ticket for £15 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 55m
Fastest Buses Monday
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FlixBus6h 55m016:55DundeeScience Centre Station23:50SunderlandInterchange0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Science Centre Station, Dundee (United Kingdom) at 11/12/2025 16:55:00 to Interchange, Sunderland (United Kingdom) arriving at 11/12/2025 23:50:00. 50 Economy ticket for £15 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 55m
Fastest Buses Thursday
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Bus from Dundee to Sunderland
What are the most popular stations in Dundee and Sunderland?
In Dundee, you will usually depart from Central Station, Seagate Coach Station or Science Centre Station, while in Sunderland you will be arriving at Central Station, Interchange or Dame Dorothy Street, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.
How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience
Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Sunderland from Dundee? With 2 connections between 4 Train and Bus operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.
Look for the lowest price
Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Dundee and Sunderland, you can pay as low as £15 with a Bus from FlixBus.Travel duration
Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Train from London North Eastern Railway (LNER): you will get to Sunderland in just 3h 28m.Comfort makes all the difference
You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Dundee and Sunderland are London North Eastern Railway (LNER), CrossCountry and FlixBus, but be sure to check what they have to offer!Save money with deals, and always compare
One last tip? Even if you live in Dundee and Sunderland is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Newport-on-Tay or to East Boldon, and look at flights from Dundee Airport, and landing at Durham Tees Valley Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!Which companies offer a trip from Dundee to Sunderland?
The most popular companies between Dundee and Sunderland, are London North Eastern Railway (LNER), CrossCountry and FlixBus. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.
Bus companies: FlixBus
Train companies: London North Eastern Railway (LNER), CrossCountry and ScotRail
All you need to know when you travel from Dundee to Sunderland
Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Dundee to Sunderland. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.
FAQs about the trip from Dundee to Sunderland
How can I reach Sunderland from Dundee?
Every day, there are on average 2 connections between Train and Bus, with which you can get to Sunderland from Dundee.
How far is Sunderland from Dundee?
The distance between Dundee and Sunderland is 199.5 km.
What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Dundee and Sunderland?
Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance.
On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 5 kgs of CO2, a train 7 kgs, a car 34 kgs, and a flight 49 kgs.
What is the cheapest mode of transport from Dundee to Sunderland?
You can get to Sunderland with just £15 by taking a Bus from FlixBus.
What is the fastest way to get from Dundee to Sunderland?
While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Sunderland in just 3h 28m with a Train from London North Eastern Railway (LNER).
More routes to Dundee and to Sunderland
Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Dundee and to Sunderland. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
