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

Looking for a trip? Compare all the available Trains, Flights and Buses for the journey to Sunderland from Portsmouth. Check between different modes of transportation, look for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 1 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Train is the cheapest, while Flight is the fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Train
6h 34m
£94
£104
4
Flight
1h 10m
£169
£420
8

What is the cheapest way to reach Sunderland from Portsmouth?

You can get to Sunderland with just £94 by taking a Train from South Western Railway, but you can find many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for next few days here for you.

today
from £169
tomorrow
Thursday
Friday
from £198
Saturday
Sunday
Monday
from £94

    Cheapest Flights today

  • Loganair
    1h 10m
    0
    08:30
    Southampton Airport
    Southampton Airport
    09:40
    Newcastle Airport
    Newcastle Airport
    0
    Loganair
    Economy
    from £169
  • Eastern Airways
    15h 20m
    0
    17:20
    Southampton Airport
    Southampton Airport
    08:40
    Newcastle Airport
    Newcastle Airport
    0
    Eastern Airways
    Economy
    from £752
  • Eastern Airways
    4h 50m
    0
    17:20
    Southampton Airport
    Southampton Airport
    22:10
    Newcastle Airport
    Newcastle Airport
    0
    Eastern Airways
    Economy
    from £811

    Cheapest Flights Friday

  • Loganair
    1h 10m
    0
    08:30
    Southampton Airport
    Southampton Airport
    09:40
    Newcastle Airport
    Newcastle Airport
    0
    Loganair
    Economy
    from £198
  • EasyJet Airline
    3h 30m
    0
    13:30
    Southampton Airport
    Southampton Airport
    17:00
    Newcastle Airport
    Newcastle Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £198
  • Eastern Airways
    15h 20m
    0
    17:20
    Southampton Airport
    Southampton Airport
    08:40
    Newcastle Airport
    Newcastle Airport
    0
    Eastern Airways
    Economy
    from £278
  • KLM Cityhopper
    23h 40m
    0
    09:00
    Southampton Airport
    Southampton Airport
    08:40
    Newcastle Airport
    Newcastle Airport
    0
    KLM Cityhopper
    Economy
    from £426

    Cheapest Trains Monday

  • South Western Railway
    6h 41m
    0
    05:20
    Portsmouth
    Portsmouth & Southsea Station
    12:01
    Sunderland
    Central Station
    0
    South Western Railway
    Economy
    from £94
  • South Western Railway
    7h 11m
    0
    05:26
    Portsmouth
    Harbour Train Station
    12:37
    Sunderland
    Central Station
    0
    South Western Railway
    Economy
    from £94
  • South Western Railway
    6h 44m
    0
    05:20
    Portsmouth
    Portsmouth & Southsea Station
    12:04
    Sunderland
    Central Station
    0
    South Western Railway
    Economy
    from £115
  • South Western Railway
    6h 34m
    0
    05:30
    Portsmouth
    Portsmouth & Southsea Station
    12:04
    Sunderland
    Central Station
    0
    South Western Railway
    Economy
    from £115

What are the fastest trips from Portsmouth to Sunderland?

You can get to Sunderland from Portsmouth in just 1h 10m with a Flight from Loganair. This is not the only option, and you can click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other modes of transportations.

today
from 1h 10m
tomorrow
Thursday
Friday
from 1h 10m
Saturday
Sunday
Monday
from 6h 34m

    Fastest Flights today

  • Loganair
    1h 10m
    0
    08:30
    Southampton Airport
    Southampton Airport
    09:40
    Newcastle Airport
    Newcastle Airport
    0
    Loganair
    Economy
    from £169
  • Eastern Airways
    4h 50m
    0
    17:20
    Southampton Airport
    Southampton Airport
    22:10
    Newcastle Airport
    Newcastle Airport
    0
    Eastern Airways
    Economy
    from £811
  • Eastern Airways
    15h 20m
    0
    17:20
    Southampton Airport
    Southampton Airport
    08:40
    Newcastle Airport
    Newcastle Airport
    0
    Eastern Airways
    Economy
    from £752

    Fastest Flights Friday

  • Loganair
    1h 10m
    0
    08:30
    Southampton Airport
    Southampton Airport
    09:40
    Newcastle Airport
    Newcastle Airport
    0
    Loganair
    Economy
    from £198
  • EasyJet Airline
    3h 30m
    0
    13:30
    Southampton Airport
    Southampton Airport
    17:00
    Newcastle Airport
    Newcastle Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £198
  • Eastern Airways
    15h 20m
    0
    17:20
    Southampton Airport
    Southampton Airport
    08:40
    Newcastle Airport
    Newcastle Airport
    0
    Eastern Airways
    Economy
    from £278
  • Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    20h 30m
    0
    16:15
    Southampton Airport
    Southampton Airport
    12:45
    Newcastle Airport
    Newcastle Airport
    0
    Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    Economy
    from £532

    Fastest Trains Monday

  • South Western Railway
    6h 34m
    0
    05:30
    Portsmouth
    Portsmouth & Southsea Station
    12:04
    Sunderland
    Central Station
    0
    South Western Railway
    Economy
    from £115
  • South Western Railway
    6h 41m
    0
    05:20
    Portsmouth
    Portsmouth & Southsea Station
    12:01
    Sunderland
    Central Station
    0
    South Western Railway
    Economy
    from £94
  • South Western Railway
    6h 44m
    0
    05:20
    Portsmouth
    Portsmouth & Southsea Station
    12:04
    Sunderland
    Central Station
    0
    South Western Railway
    Economy
    from £115
  • South Western Railway
    7h 11m
    0
    05:26
    Portsmouth
    Harbour Train Station
    12:37
    Sunderland
    Central Station
    0
    South Western Railway
    Economy
    from £94
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Portsmouth to Sunderland

What are the most popular stations in Portsmouth and Sunderland?

In Portsmouth, you will usually depart from Gunwharf, City Shops South (Stop D) Bus Station or Southsea Hoverport, 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 Portsmouth? With 4 connections between 1 Train, Flight 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 Portsmouth and Sunderland, you can pay as low as £94 with a Train from South Western Railway.

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 10m.

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 Portsmouth and Sunderland are South Western Railway, Eastern Airways 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 Portsmouth 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 Hilsea or to East Boldon, and look at flights from Southampton 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 Portsmouth to Sunderland?

The most popular companies between Portsmouth and Sunderland, are South Western Railway, Eastern Airways and Loganair. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Train companies: South Western Railway

Airlines: Eastern Airways, Loganair, EasyJet Airline and 2 more.

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

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

How can I reach Sunderland from Portsmouth?

Every day, there are on average 4 connections between Train, Flight and Bus, with which you can get to Sunderland from Portsmouth.

How far is Sunderland from Portsmouth?

The distance between Portsmouth and Sunderland is 455.3 km.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Portsmouth 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 12 kgs of CO2, a train 16 kgs, a car 77 kgs, and a flight 112 kgs.

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

You can get to Sunderland with just £94 by taking a Train from South Western Railway.

What is the fastest way to get from Portsmouth 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 10m with a Flight from Loganair.

More routes to Portsmouth and to Sunderland

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

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