How to get from Doncaster to Sunderland

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

Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Buses and Trains to Sunderland from Doncaster. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 2 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Train is the cheapest and fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
3h 10m
£40
£40
1
Train
1h 53m
£24
£31
5

What is the cheapest way to reach Sunderland from Doncaster?

You can reach Sunderland with just £24 by taking a Train from London North Eastern Railway (LNER), but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.

Monday
Tuesday
from £40
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
from £28
Saturday
Sunday
from £24

    Cheapest Buses Tuesday

  • National Express
    3h 10m
    0
    03:00
    Doncaster
    Coach Station
    06:10
    Sunderland
    Interchange
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £40

    Cheapest Trains Friday

  • London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    2h 21m
    0
    06:08
    Doncaster
    Central Station
    08:29
    Sunderland
    Central Station
    0
    London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    Economy
    from £28
  • London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    2h 41m
    0
    08:20
    Doncaster
    Central Station
    11:01
    Sunderland
    Central Station
    0
    London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    Economy
    from £28
  • Cheapest Buses Friday

  • National Express
    3h 10m
    0
    03:00
    Doncaster
    Coach Station
    06:10
    Sunderland
    Interchange
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £40

    Cheapest Trains Sunday

  • London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    2h 11m
    0
    09:36
    Doncaster
    Central Station
    11:47
    Sunderland
    Central Station
    0
    London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    Economy
    from £24
  • London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    2h 4m
    0
    10:58
    Doncaster
    Central Station
    13:02
    Sunderland
    Central Station
    0
    London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    Economy
    from £26
  • London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    2h 14m
    0
    09:36
    Doncaster
    Central Station
    11:50
    Sunderland
    Central Station
    0
    London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    Economy
    from £32
  • London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    1h 53m
    0
    10:58
    Doncaster
    Central Station
    12:51
    Sunderland
    Central Station
    0
    London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    Economy
    from £35
  • London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    1h 57m
    0
    11:12
    Doncaster
    Central Station
    13:09
    Sunderland
    Central Station
    0
    London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    Economy
    from £46
  • Cheapest Buses Sunday

  • National Express
    3h 10m
    0
    03:00
    Doncaster
    Coach Station
    06:10
    Sunderland
    Interchange
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £40

What are the fastest trips from Doncaster to Sunderland?

You can get to Sunderland from Doncaster in just 1h 53m 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.

Monday
Tuesday
from 3h 10m
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
from 2h 21m
Saturday
Sunday
from 1h 53m

    Fastest Buses Tuesday

  • National Express
    3h 10m
    0
    03:00
    Doncaster
    Coach Station
    06:10
    Sunderland
    Interchange
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £40

    Fastest Trains Friday

  • London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    2h 21m
    0
    06:08
    Doncaster
    Central Station
    08:29
    Sunderland
    Central Station
    0
    London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    Economy
    from £28
  • London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    2h 41m
    0
    08:20
    Doncaster
    Central Station
    11:01
    Sunderland
    Central Station
    0
    London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    Economy
    from £28
  • Fastest Buses Friday

  • National Express
    3h 10m
    0
    03:00
    Doncaster
    Coach Station
    06:10
    Sunderland
    Interchange
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £40

    Fastest Trains Sunday

  • London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    1h 53m
    0
    10:58
    Doncaster
    Central Station
    12:51
    Sunderland
    Central Station
    0
    London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    Economy
    from £35
  • London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    1h 57m
    0
    11:12
    Doncaster
    Central Station
    13:09
    Sunderland
    Central Station
    0
    London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    Economy
    from £46
  • London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    2h 4m
    0
    10:58
    Doncaster
    Central Station
    13:02
    Sunderland
    Central Station
    0
    London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    Economy
    from £26
  • London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    2h 11m
    0
    09:36
    Doncaster
    Central Station
    11:47
    Sunderland
    Central Station
    0
    London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    Economy
    from £24
  • London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    2h 14m
    0
    09:36
    Doncaster
    Central Station
    11:50
    Sunderland
    Central Station
    0
    London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    Economy
    from £32
  • Fastest Buses Sunday

  • National Express
    3h 10m
    0
    03:00
    Doncaster
    Coach Station
    06:10
    Sunderland
    Interchange
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £40
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Doncaster to Sunderland

What are the most popular stations in Doncaster and Sunderland?

In Doncaster, you will usually depart from Central Station, Frenchgate Interchange Bus Station or Manor Road/Grange Avenue, 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 Doncaster? With 3 connections between 2 Bus and Train 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 Doncaster and Sunderland, you can pay as low as £24 with a Train from London North Eastern Railway (LNER).

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 1h 53m.

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 Doncaster and Sunderland are London North Eastern Railway (LNER) and National Express, 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 Doncaster 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 Bentley or to East Boldon, and look at flights from Doncaster Sheffield 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 Doncaster to Sunderland?

The most popular companies between Doncaster and Sunderland, are London North Eastern Railway (LNER) and National Express. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: National Express

Train companies: London North Eastern Railway (LNER)

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

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

How can I reach Sunderland from Doncaster?

Every day, there are on average 3 connections between Bus and Train, with which you can get to Sunderland from Doncaster.

How far is Sunderland from Doncaster?

The distance between Doncaster and Sunderland is 154.8 km.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Doncaster 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 4 kgs of CO2, a train 5 kgs, a car 26 kgs, and a flight 38 kgs.

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

You can get to Sunderland with just £24 by taking a Train from London North Eastern Railway (LNER).

What is the fastest way to get from Doncaster 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 53m with a Train from London North Eastern Railway (LNER).

More routes to Doncaster and to Sunderland

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Doncaster and to Sunderland. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!

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