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What is the best way to travel from Exeter to Sunderland?

Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Buses, Trains and Flights to Sunderland from Exeter. 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!
Bus is the cheapest, while Flight is the fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
10h 15m
£26
£47
16
Train
8h 19m
£134
£181
10
Flight
1h 15m
£112
£193
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What is the cheapest way to reach Sunderland from Exeter?

You can reach Sunderland with just £26 by taking a Bus from National Express, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.

Wednesday
from £36
Thursday
from £40
Friday
from £42
Saturday
from £42
Sunday
from £54
Monday
from £42
Tuesday
from £26

    Cheapest Buses Wednesday

  • National Express
    10h 45m
    0
    10:00
    Exeter
    Coach Station
    20:45
    Sunderland
    Interchange
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £36
  • National Express
    10h 35m
    0
    10:10
    Exeter
    Honiton Road
    20:45
    Sunderland
    Interchange
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £36
  • National Express
    14h 5m
    0
    13:35
    Exeter
    Coach Station
    03:40
    Sunderland
    Interchange
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £42
  • FlixBus
    14h 40m
    0
    12:30
    Exeter
    Coach Station
    03:10
    Sunderland
    Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £53
  • Cheapest Flights Wednesday

  • Ryanair
    6h 10m
    0
    08:00
    Exeter Airport
    Exeter Airport
    14:10
    Newcastle Airport
    Newcastle Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £172
  • Sierra Pacific Airlines
    23h 55m
    0
    10:45
    Exeter Airport
    Exeter Airport
    10:40
    Newcastle Airport
    Newcastle Airport
    0
    Sierra Pacific Airlines
    Economy
    from £296
  • KLM Cityhopper
    5h 45m
    0
    17:15
    Exeter Airport
    Exeter Airport
    23:00
    Newcastle Airport
    Newcastle Airport
    0
    KLM Cityhopper
    Economy
    from £297

    Cheapest Buses Thursday

  • National Express
    10h 45m
    0
    10:00
    Exeter
    Coach Station
    20:45
    Sunderland
    Interchange
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £40
  • National Express
    10h 35m
    0
    10:10
    Exeter
    Honiton Road
    20:45
    Sunderland
    Interchange
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £40
  • National Express
    14h 5m
    0
    13:35
    Exeter
    Coach Station
    03:40
    Sunderland
    Interchange
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £52
  • FlixBus
    13h 5m
    0
    01:10
    Exeter
    Coach Station
    14:15
    Sunderland
    Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £61
  • Cheapest Flights Thursday

  • Loganair
    1h 15m
    0
    16:05
    Exeter Airport
    Exeter Airport
    17:20
    Newcastle Airport
    Newcastle Airport
    0
    Loganair
    Economy
    from £124
  • Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    10h 15m
    0
    12:25
    Exeter Airport
    Exeter Airport
    22:40
    Newcastle Airport
    Newcastle Airport
    0
    Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    Economy
    from £149
  • Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    20h 10m
    0
    12:25
    Exeter Airport
    Exeter Airport
    08:35
    Newcastle Airport
    Newcastle Airport
    0
    Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    Economy
    from £207
  • KLM Cityhopper
    5h 40m
    0
    17:15
    Exeter Airport
    Exeter Airport
    22:55
    Newcastle Airport
    Newcastle Airport
    0
    KLM Cityhopper
    Economy
    from £333

    Cheapest Buses Friday

  • National Express
    11h 30m
    0
    09:30
    Exeter
    Coach Station
    21:00
    Sunderland
    Interchange
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £42
  • National Express
    11h 20m
    0
    09:40
    Exeter
    Honiton Road
    21:00
    Sunderland
    Interchange
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £42
  • National Express
    14h 15m
    0
    13:25
    Exeter
    Coach Station
    03:40
    Sunderland
    Interchange
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £50
  • FlixBus
    13h 5m
    0
    01:10
    Exeter
    Coach Station
    14:15
    Sunderland
    Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £55
  • Cheapest Flights Friday

  • Loganair
    1h 15m
    0
    16:05
    Exeter Airport
    Exeter Airport
    17:20
    Newcastle Airport
    Newcastle Airport
    0
    Loganair
    Economy
    from £140

    Cheapest Buses Saturday

  • National Express
    10h 25m
    0
    10:00
    Exeter
    Coach Station
    20:25
    Sunderland
    Interchange
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £42
  • National Express
    10h 15m
    0
    10:10
    Exeter
    Honiton Road
    20:25
    Sunderland
    Interchange
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £42
  • National Express
    14h 5m
    0
    13:35
    Exeter
    Coach Station
    03:40
    Sunderland
    Interchange
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £52
  • FlixBus
    14h 40m
    0
    12:30
    Exeter
    Coach Station
    03:10
    Sunderland
    Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £54

    Cheapest Buses Sunday

  • FlixBus
    14h 40m
    0
    12:30
    Exeter
    Coach Station
    03:10
    Sunderland
    Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £54
  • National Express
    11h 35m
    0
    02:05
    Exeter
    Coach Station
    13:40
    Sunderland
    Interchange
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £54
  • National Express
    13h 10m
    0
    03:20
    Exeter
    Coach Station
    16:30
    Sunderland
    Interchange
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £54
  • National Express
    14h 5m
    0
    13:35
    Exeter
    Coach Station
    03:40
    Sunderland
    Interchange
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £54
  • Cheapest Flights Sunday

  • Loganair
    1h 15m
    0
    16:05
    Exeter Airport
    Exeter Airport
    17:20
    Newcastle Airport
    Newcastle Airport
    0
    Loganair
    Economy
    from £140

    Cheapest Buses Monday

  • National Express
    10h 45m
    0
    10:00
    Exeter
    Coach Station
    20:45
    Sunderland
    Interchange
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £42
  • National Express
    10h 35m
    0
    10:10
    Exeter
    Honiton Road
    20:45
    Sunderland
    Interchange
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £42
  • National Express
    13h 10m
    0
    03:20
    Exeter
    Coach Station
    16:30
    Sunderland
    Interchange
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £44
  • FlixBus
    13h 5m
    0
    01:10
    Exeter
    Coach Station
    14:15
    Sunderland
    Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £47
  • Cheapest Flights Monday

  • Loganair
    1h 15m
    0
    16:05
    Exeter Airport
    Exeter Airport
    17:20
    Newcastle Airport
    Newcastle Airport
    0
    Loganair
    Economy
    from £112
  • KLM Cityhopper
    5h 40m
    0
    17:15
    Exeter Airport
    Exeter Airport
    22:55
    Newcastle Airport
    Newcastle Airport
    0
    KLM Cityhopper
    Economy
    from £210
  • Cheapest Trains Monday

  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    10h 19m
    0
    00:02
    Exeter
    Central Station
    10:21
    Sunderland
    Central Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from £134
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    10h 34m
    0
    00:02
    Exeter
    Central Station
    10:36
    Sunderland
    Central Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from £134
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    9h 14m
    0
    01:07
    Exeter
    St Davids Station
    10:21
    Sunderland
    Central Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from £134
  • South Western Railway
    8h 19m
    0
    05:14
    Exeter
    Central Station
    13:33
    Sunderland
    Central Station
    0
    South Western Railway
    Economy
    from £322

    Cheapest Buses Tuesday

  • National Express
    14h 5m
    0
    13:35
    Exeter
    Coach Station
    03:40
    Sunderland
    Interchange
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £26
  • National Express
    13h 55m
    0
    13:45
    Exeter
    Honiton Road
    03:40
    Sunderland
    Interchange
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £26
  • National Express
    10h 45m
    0
    10:00
    Exeter
    Coach Station
    20:45
    Sunderland
    Interchange
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £34
  • FlixBus
    14h 40m
    0
    12:30
    Exeter
    Coach Station
    03:10
    Sunderland
    Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £41
  • Cheapest Flights Tuesday

  • Loganair
    1h 15m
    0
    16:05
    Exeter Airport
    Exeter Airport
    17:20
    Newcastle Airport
    Newcastle Airport
    0
    Loganair
    Economy
    from £140

What are the fastest trips from Exeter to Sunderland?

You can get to Sunderland from Exeter in just 1h 15m with a Flight from Loganair. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.

Wednesday
from 5h 45m
Thursday
from 1h 15m
Friday
from 1h 15m
Saturday
from 10h 15m
Sunday
from 1h 15m
Monday
from 1h 15m
Tuesday
from 1h 15m

    Fastest Flights Wednesday

  • KLM Cityhopper
    5h 45m
    0
    17:15
    Exeter Airport
    Exeter Airport
    23:00
    Newcastle Airport
    Newcastle Airport
    0
    KLM Cityhopper
    Economy
    from £297
  • Ryanair
    6h 10m
    0
    08:00
    Exeter Airport
    Exeter Airport
    14:10
    Newcastle Airport
    Newcastle Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £172
  • Sierra Pacific Airlines
    23h 55m
    0
    10:45
    Exeter Airport
    Exeter Airport
    10:40
    Newcastle Airport
    Newcastle Airport
    0
    Sierra Pacific Airlines
    Economy
    from £296
  • Fastest Buses Wednesday

  • National Express
    10h 35m
    0
    10:10
    Exeter
    Honiton Road
    20:45
    Sunderland
    Interchange
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £36
  • National Express
    10h 45m
    0
    10:00
    Exeter
    Coach Station
    20:45
    Sunderland
    Interchange
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £36
  • FlixBus
    13h 5m
    0
    01:10
    Exeter
    Coach Station
    14:15
    Sunderland
    Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £58
  • National Express
    14h 5m
    0
    13:35
    Exeter
    Coach Station
    03:40
    Sunderland
    Interchange
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £42

    Fastest Flights Thursday

  • Loganair
    1h 15m
    0
    16:05
    Exeter Airport
    Exeter Airport
    17:20
    Newcastle Airport
    Newcastle Airport
    0
    Loganair
    Economy
    from £124
  • KLM Cityhopper
    5h 40m
    0
    17:15
    Exeter Airport
    Exeter Airport
    22:55
    Newcastle Airport
    Newcastle Airport
    0
    KLM Cityhopper
    Economy
    from £333
  • Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    10h 15m
    0
    12:25
    Exeter Airport
    Exeter Airport
    22:40
    Newcastle Airport
    Newcastle Airport
    0
    Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    Economy
    from £149
  • Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    20h 10m
    0
    12:25
    Exeter Airport
    Exeter Airport
    08:35
    Newcastle Airport
    Newcastle Airport
    0
    Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    Economy
    from £207
  • Fastest Buses Thursday

  • National Express
    10h 35m
    0
    10:10
    Exeter
    Honiton Road
    20:45
    Sunderland
    Interchange
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £40
  • National Express
    10h 45m
    0
    10:00
    Exeter
    Coach Station
    20:45
    Sunderland
    Interchange
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £40
  • FlixBus
    13h 5m
    0
    01:10
    Exeter
    Coach Station
    14:15
    Sunderland
    Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £61
  • National Express
    14h 5m
    0
    13:35
    Exeter
    Coach Station
    03:40
    Sunderland
    Interchange
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £52

    Fastest Flights Friday

  • Loganair
    1h 15m
    0
    16:05
    Exeter Airport
    Exeter Airport
    17:20
    Newcastle Airport
    Newcastle Airport
    0
    Loganair
    Economy
    from £140
  • Fastest Buses Friday

  • National Express
    11h 20m
    0
    09:40
    Exeter
    Honiton Road
    21:00
    Sunderland
    Interchange
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £42
  • National Express
    11h 30m
    0
    09:30
    Exeter
    Coach Station
    21:00
    Sunderland
    Interchange
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £42
  • FlixBus
    13h 5m
    0
    01:10
    Exeter
    Coach Station
    14:15
    Sunderland
    Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £55
  • National Express
    14h 15m
    0
    13:25
    Exeter
    Coach Station
    03:40
    Sunderland
    Interchange
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £50

    Fastest Buses Saturday

  • National Express
    10h 15m
    0
    10:10
    Exeter
    Honiton Road
    20:25
    Sunderland
    Interchange
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £42
  • National Express
    10h 25m
    0
    10:00
    Exeter
    Coach Station
    20:25
    Sunderland
    Interchange
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £42
  • FlixBus
    13h 5m
    0
    01:10
    Exeter
    Coach Station
    14:15
    Sunderland
    Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £57
  • National Express
    14h 5m
    0
    13:35
    Exeter
    Coach Station
    03:40
    Sunderland
    Interchange
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £52

    Fastest Flights Sunday

  • Loganair
    1h 15m
    0
    16:05
    Exeter Airport
    Exeter Airport
    17:20
    Newcastle Airport
    Newcastle Airport
    0
    Loganair
    Economy
    from £140
  • Fastest Buses Sunday

  • National Express
    11h 35m
    0
    02:05
    Exeter
    Coach Station
    13:40
    Sunderland
    Interchange
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £54
  • FlixBus
    13h 5m
    0
    01:10
    Exeter
    Coach Station
    14:15
    Sunderland
    Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £57
  • National Express
    13h 10m
    0
    03:20
    Exeter
    Coach Station
    16:30
    Sunderland
    Interchange
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £54
  • National Express
    14h 5m
    0
    13:35
    Exeter
    Coach Station
    03:40
    Sunderland
    Interchange
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £54

    Fastest Flights Monday

  • Loganair
    1h 15m
    0
    16:05
    Exeter Airport
    Exeter Airport
    17:20
    Newcastle Airport
    Newcastle Airport
    0
    Loganair
    Economy
    from £112
  • KLM Cityhopper
    5h 40m
    0
    17:15
    Exeter Airport
    Exeter Airport
    22:55
    Newcastle Airport
    Newcastle Airport
    0
    KLM Cityhopper
    Economy
    from £210
  • Fastest Trains Monday

  • South Western Railway
    8h 19m
    0
    05:14
    Exeter
    Central Station
    13:33
    Sunderland
    Central Station
    0
    South Western Railway
    Economy
    from £322
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    9h 14m
    0
    01:07
    Exeter
    St Davids Station
    10:21
    Sunderland
    Central Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from £134
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    10h 19m
    0
    00:02
    Exeter
    Central Station
    10:21
    Sunderland
    Central Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from £134
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    10h 34m
    0
    00:02
    Exeter
    Central Station
    10:36
    Sunderland
    Central Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from £134
  • Fastest Buses Monday

  • National Express
    10h 35m
    0
    10:10
    Exeter
    Honiton Road
    20:45
    Sunderland
    Interchange
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £42
  • National Express
    10h 45m
    0
    10:00
    Exeter
    Coach Station
    20:45
    Sunderland
    Interchange
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £42
  • FlixBus
    13h 5m
    0
    01:10
    Exeter
    Coach Station
    14:15
    Sunderland
    Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £47
  • National Express
    13h 10m
    0
    03:20
    Exeter
    Coach Station
    16:30
    Sunderland
    Interchange
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £44

    Fastest Flights Tuesday

  • Loganair
    1h 15m
    0
    16:05
    Exeter Airport
    Exeter Airport
    17:20
    Newcastle Airport
    Newcastle Airport
    0
    Loganair
    Economy
    from £140
  • Fastest Buses Tuesday

  • National Express
    10h 45m
    0
    10:00
    Exeter
    Coach Station
    20:45
    Sunderland
    Interchange
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £34
  • FlixBus
    13h 5m
    0
    01:10
    Exeter
    Coach Station
    14:15
    Sunderland
    Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £55
  • National Express
    13h 55m
    0
    13:45
    Exeter
    Honiton Road
    03:40
    Sunderland
    Interchange
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £26
  • National Express
    14h 5m
    0
    13:35
    Exeter
    Coach Station
    03:40
    Sunderland
    Interchange
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £26
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Exeter to Sunderland

What are the most popular stations in Exeter and Sunderland?

In Exeter, you will usually depart from St Thomas Station, St Davids Station or Central Station, while in Sunderland you will be arriving at Central Station, Dame Dorothy Street or Seaburn Station, 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 Exeter? With 7 connections between 4 Bus, Train and Flight 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 Exeter and Sunderland, you can pay as low as £26 with a Bus from National Express.

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 Flight from Loganair: you will get to Sunderland in just 1h 15m.

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 Exeter and Sunderland are National Express, FlixBus and Loganair, 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 Exeter 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 Topsham or to East Boldon, and look at flights from Exeter 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 Exeter to Sunderland?

The most popular companies between Exeter and Sunderland, are National Express, FlixBus and Loganair. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: National Express and FlixBus

Train companies: Great Western Railway (GWR) and South Western Railway

Airlines: Loganair, KLM Cityhopper, Eastern Air Lines (2011) and 2 more.

All you need to know when you travel from Exeter to Sunderland

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Exeter 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 Exeter to Sunderland

How can I reach Sunderland from Exeter?

Every day, there are on average 7 connections between Bus, Train and Flight, with which you can get to Sunderland from Exeter.

How far is Sunderland from Exeter?

The distance between Exeter and Sunderland is 487.6 km.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Exeter 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 13 kgs of CO2, a train 17 kgs, a car 83 kgs, and a flight 120 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Exeter to Sunderland?

You can get to Sunderland with just £26 by taking a Bus from National Express.

What is the fastest way to get from Exeter 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 1h 15m with a Flight from Loganair.

More routes to Exeter and to Sunderland

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