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

Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Trains, Buses, Flights and Carpool to Bristol from Sunderland. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 5 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
7h 10m
£19
£23
16
Train
5h 41m
£91
£158
6
Flight
1h 5m
£24
£147
21

What is the cheapest way to reach Bristol from Sunderland?

You can reach Bristol with just £19 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.

Monday
from £20
Tuesday
from £21
Wednesday
from £27
Thursday
from £21
Friday
from £19
Saturday
from £22
Sunday
from £22

    Cheapest Buses Monday

  • FlixBus
    11h 35m
    0
    23:55
    Sunderland
    Interchange
    11:30
    Bristol
    Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £20
  • FlixBus
    11h 20m
    0
    23:55
    Sunderland
    Interchange
    11:15
    Bristol
    Coldharbour Lane
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £21
  • National Express
    11h 40m
    0
    08:35
    Sunderland
    Interchange
    20:15
    Bristol
    Black Boy Hill
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £22
  • Cheapest Flights Monday

  • EasyJet Airline
    1h 5m
    0
    18:10
    Newcastle Airport
    Newcastle Airport
    19:15
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £43
  • Ryanair
    21h 0m
    0
    23:35
    Newcastle Airport
    Newcastle Airport
    20:35
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £49
  • Jet2.com
    18h 55m
    0
    16:25
    Newcastle Airport
    Newcastle Airport
    11:20
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    0
    Jet2.com
    Economy
    from £67
  • Cheapest Trains Monday

  • Tyne & Wear Metro
    5h 41m
    0
    05:50
    Sunderland
    Central Station
    11:31
    Bristol
    Temple Meads Station
    0
    Tyne & Wear Metro
    Economy
    from £91
  • Northern
    6h 25m
    0
    07:56
    Sunderland
    Central Station
    14:21
    Bristol
    Nailsea & Backwell Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £147
  • Northern
    5h 57m
    0
    07:08
    Sunderland
    Central Station
    13:05
    Bristol
    Nailsea & Backwell Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £193

    Cheapest Buses Tuesday

  • National Express
    10h 30m
    0
    15:20
    Sunderland
    Interchange
    01:50
    Bristol
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £21
  • National Express
    9h 45m
    0
    12:20
    Sunderland
    Interchange
    22:05
    Bristol
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £22
  • National Express
    11h 45m
    0
    12:20
    Sunderland
    Interchange
    00:05
    Bristol
    University Queens Rd
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £22
  • Cheapest Flights Tuesday

  • EasyJet Airline
    1h 5m
    0
    22:15
    Newcastle Airport
    Newcastle Airport
    23:20
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £24
  • Ryanair
    4h 30m
    0
    17:55
    Newcastle Airport
    Newcastle Airport
    22:25
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £47
  • Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    7h 45m
    0
    12:50
    Newcastle Airport
    Newcastle Airport
    20:35
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    0
    Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    Economy
    from £58

    Cheapest Flights Wednesday

  • EasyJet Airline
    1h 5m
    0
    08:50
    Newcastle Airport
    Newcastle Airport
    09:55
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £27
  • Ryanair
    6h 20m
    0
    07:20
    Newcastle Airport
    Newcastle Airport
    13:40
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £31
  • Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    5h 45m
    0
    12:50
    Newcastle Airport
    Newcastle Airport
    18:35
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    0
    Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    Economy
    from £138

    Cheapest Buses Thursday

  • National Express
    11h 48m
    0
    12:20
    Sunderland
    Interchange
    00:08
    Bristol
    Clifton Down
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £21
  • National Express
    11h 45m
    0
    12:20
    Sunderland
    Interchange
    00:05
    Bristol
    University Queens Rd
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £21
  • National Express
    10h 30m
    0
    15:20
    Sunderland
    Interchange
    01:50
    Bristol
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £22

    Cheapest Buses Friday

  • National Express
    11h 40m
    0
    08:35
    Sunderland
    Interchange
    20:15
    Bristol
    Black Boy Hill
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £19
  • National Express
    12h 25m
    0
    23:35
    Sunderland
    Interchange
    12:00
    Bristol
    Black Boy Hill
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £20
  • National Express
    10h 0m
    0
    15:20
    Sunderland
    Interchange
    01:20
    Bristol
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £25
  • Cheapest Flights Friday

  • EasyJet Airline
    1h 5m
    0
    21:30
    Newcastle Airport
    Newcastle Airport
    22:35
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £24
  • Ryanair
    6h 50m
    0
    11:40
    Newcastle Airport
    Newcastle Airport
    18:30
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £85
  • Jet2.com
    6h 50m
    0
    08:20
    Newcastle Airport
    Newcastle Airport
    15:10
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    0
    Jet2.com
    Economy
    from £210
  • Cheapest Trains Friday

  • Tyne & Wear Metro
    6h 8m
    0
    05:50
    Sunderland
    Central Station
    11:58
    Bristol
    Temple Meads Station
    0
    Tyne & Wear Metro
    Economy
    from £122
  • Tyne & Wear Metro
    5h 41m
    0
    05:50
    Sunderland
    Central Station
    11:31
    Bristol
    Temple Meads Station
    0
    Tyne & Wear Metro
    Economy
    from £242

    Cheapest Buses Saturday

  • National Express
    9h 50m
    0
    15:30
    Sunderland
    Interchange
    01:20
    Bristol
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £22
  • National Express
    11h 13m
    0
    08:45
    Sunderland
    Interchange
    19:58
    Bristol
    Clifton Down
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £22
  • National Express
    11h 15m
    0
    08:45
    Sunderland
    Interchange
    20:00
    Bristol
    Black Boy Hill
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £22

    Cheapest Buses Sunday

  • National Express
    11h 15m
    0
    08:45
    Sunderland
    Interchange
    20:00
    Bristol
    Black Boy Hill
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £22
  • National Express
    11h 13m
    0
    08:45
    Sunderland
    Interchange
    19:58
    Bristol
    Clifton Down
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £22
  • National Express
    11h 10m
    0
    08:45
    Sunderland
    Interchange
    19:55
    Bristol
    University Queens Rd
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £22
  • Cheapest Flights Sunday

  • EasyJet Airline
    1h 5m
    0
    22:15
    Newcastle Airport
    Newcastle Airport
    23:20
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £25
  • Ryanair
    10h 5m
    0
    21:10
    Newcastle Airport
    Newcastle Airport
    07:15
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £89
  • KLM - Royal Dutch Airlines
    15h 20m
    0
    17:30
    Newcastle Airport
    Newcastle Airport
    08:50
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    0
    KLM - Royal Dutch Airlines
    Economy
    from £236
  • Cheapest Trains Sunday

  • Tyne & Wear Metro
    6h 22m
    0
    08:06
    Sunderland
    Central Station
    14:28
    Bristol
    Temple Meads Station
    0
    Tyne & Wear Metro
    Economy
    from £122
  • Tyne & Wear Metro
    6h 29m
    0
    08:36
    Sunderland
    Central Station
    15:05
    Bristol
    Temple Meads Station
    0
    Tyne & Wear Metro
    Economy
    from £122
  • Tyne & Wear Metro
    6h 10m
    0
    07:13
    Sunderland
    Central Station
    13:23
    Bristol
    Temple Meads Station
    0
    Tyne & Wear Metro
    Economy
    from £147

What are the fastest trips from Sunderland to Bristol?

You can get to Bristol from Sunderland in just 1h 5m with a Flight from EasyJet Airline. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.

Monday
from 1h 5m
Tuesday
from 1h 5m
Wednesday
from 1h 5m
Thursday
from 8h 55m
Friday
from 1h 5m
Saturday
from 7h 10m
Sunday
from 1h 5m

    Fastest Flights Monday

  • EasyJet Airline
    1h 5m
    0
    18:10
    Newcastle Airport
    Newcastle Airport
    19:15
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £43
  • KLM - Royal Dutch Airlines
    15h 20m
    0
    17:30
    Newcastle Airport
    Newcastle Airport
    08:50
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    0
    KLM - Royal Dutch Airlines
    Economy
    from £408
  • Jet2.com
    18h 55m
    0
    16:25
    Newcastle Airport
    Newcastle Airport
    11:20
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    0
    Jet2.com
    Economy
    from £67
  • Fastest Trains Monday

  • Tyne & Wear Metro
    5h 41m
    0
    05:50
    Sunderland
    Central Station
    11:31
    Bristol
    Temple Meads Station
    0
    Tyne & Wear Metro
    Economy
    from £91
  • Northern
    5h 57m
    0
    07:08
    Sunderland
    Central Station
    13:05
    Bristol
    Nailsea & Backwell Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £193
  • Northern
    6h 11m
    0
    07:56
    Sunderland
    Central Station
    14:07
    Bristol
    Nailsea & Backwell Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £246
  • Fastest Buses Monday

  • National Express
    10h 0m
    0
    15:20
    Sunderland
    Interchange
    01:20
    Bristol
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £25
  • FlixBus
    11h 20m
    0
    23:55
    Sunderland
    Interchange
    11:15
    Bristol
    Coldharbour Lane
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £21
  • FlixBus
    11h 35m
    0
    23:55
    Sunderland
    Interchange
    11:30
    Bristol
    Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £20

    Fastest Flights Tuesday

  • EasyJet Airline
    1h 5m
    0
    22:15
    Newcastle Airport
    Newcastle Airport
    23:20
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £24
  • Ryanair
    4h 30m
    0
    17:55
    Newcastle Airport
    Newcastle Airport
    22:25
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £47
  • KLM - Royal Dutch Airlines
    7h 10m
    0
    06:05
    Newcastle Airport
    Newcastle Airport
    13:15
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    0
    KLM - Royal Dutch Airlines
    Economy
    from £408
  • Fastest Buses Tuesday

  • National Express
    9h 45m
    0
    12:20
    Sunderland
    Interchange
    22:05
    Bristol
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £22
  • National Express
    10h 30m
    0
    15:20
    Sunderland
    Interchange
    01:50
    Bristol
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £21
  • FlixBus
    11h 20m
    0
    23:55
    Sunderland
    Interchange
    11:15
    Bristol
    Coldharbour Lane
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £28

    Fastest Flights Wednesday

  • EasyJet Airline
    1h 5m
    0
    08:50
    Newcastle Airport
    Newcastle Airport
    09:55
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £27
  • KLM - Royal Dutch Airlines
    4h 35m
    0
    17:30
    Newcastle Airport
    Newcastle Airport
    22:05
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    0
    KLM - Royal Dutch Airlines
    Economy
    from £172
  • Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    5h 45m
    0
    12:50
    Newcastle Airport
    Newcastle Airport
    18:35
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    0
    Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    Economy
    from £138

    Fastest Buses Thursday

  • National Express
    8h 55m
    0
    06:15
    Sunderland
    Interchange
    15:10
    Bristol
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £25
  • National Express
    9h 45m
    0
    12:20
    Sunderland
    Interchange
    22:05
    Bristol
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £25
  • National Express
    10h 30m
    0
    15:20
    Sunderland
    Interchange
    01:50
    Bristol
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £22

    Fastest Flights Friday

  • EasyJet Airline
    1h 5m
    0
    21:30
    Newcastle Airport
    Newcastle Airport
    22:35
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £24
  • Ryanair
    6h 50m
    0
    11:40
    Newcastle Airport
    Newcastle Airport
    18:30
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £85
  • Jet2.com
    6h 50m
    0
    08:20
    Newcastle Airport
    Newcastle Airport
    15:10
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    0
    Jet2.com
    Economy
    from £210
  • Fastest Trains Friday

  • Tyne & Wear Metro
    5h 41m
    0
    05:50
    Sunderland
    Central Station
    11:31
    Bristol
    Temple Meads Station
    0
    Tyne & Wear Metro
    Economy
    from £242
  • Tyne & Wear Metro
    6h 8m
    0
    05:50
    Sunderland
    Central Station
    11:58
    Bristol
    Temple Meads Station
    0
    Tyne & Wear Metro
    Economy
    from £122
  • Fastest Buses Friday

  • National Express
    10h 0m
    0
    15:20
    Sunderland
    Interchange
    01:20
    Bristol
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £25
  • National Express
    11h 35m
    0
    08:35
    Sunderland
    Interchange
    20:10
    Bristol
    University Queens Rd
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £25
  • National Express
    11h 38m
    0
    08:35
    Sunderland
    Interchange
    20:13
    Bristol
    Clifton Down
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £25

    Fastest Buses Saturday

  • FlixBus
    7h 10m
    0
    12:30
    Sunderland
    Interchange
    19:40
    Bristol
    Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £30
  • National Express
    9h 50m
    0
    15:30
    Sunderland
    Interchange
    01:20
    Bristol
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £22
  • National Express
    11h 13m
    0
    08:45
    Sunderland
    Interchange
    19:58
    Bristol
    Clifton Down
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £22

    Fastest Flights Sunday

  • EasyJet Airline
    1h 5m
    0
    22:15
    Newcastle Airport
    Newcastle Airport
    23:20
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £25
  • KLM Cityhopper
    3h 45m
    0
    09:30
    Newcastle Airport
    Newcastle Airport
    13:15
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    0
    KLM Cityhopper
    Economy
    from £263
  • Ryanair
    10h 5m
    0
    21:10
    Newcastle Airport
    Newcastle Airport
    07:15
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £89
  • Fastest Trains Sunday

  • Grand Central
    6h 2m
    0
    09:24
    Sunderland
    Central Station
    15:26
    Bristol
    Temple Meads Station
    0
    Grand Central
    Economy
    from £147
  • Tyne & Wear Metro
    6h 10m
    0
    07:13
    Sunderland
    Central Station
    13:23
    Bristol
    Temple Meads Station
    0
    Tyne & Wear Metro
    Economy
    from £147
  • Tyne & Wear Metro
    6h 22m
    0
    08:06
    Sunderland
    Central Station
    14:28
    Bristol
    Temple Meads Station
    0
    Tyne & Wear Metro
    Economy
    from £122
  • Fastest Buses Sunday

  • National Express
    8h 50m
    0
    07:10
    Sunderland
    Interchange
    16:00
    Bristol
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £28
  • National Express
    9h 50m
    0
    15:30
    Sunderland
    Interchange
    01:20
    Bristol
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £25
  • National Express
    11h 10m
    0
    08:45
    Sunderland
    Interchange
    19:55
    Bristol
    University Queens Rd
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £22
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Sunderland to Bristol

What are the most popular stations in Sunderland and Bristol?

In Sunderland, you will usually depart from Central Station, Dame Dorothy Street or Seaburn Station, while in Bristol you will be arriving at Cabot Circus, Parson Street Station or Temple Meads 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 Bristol from Sunderland? With 9 connections between 5 Train, Bus, Flight and Carpool 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 Sunderland and Bristol, you can pay as low as £19 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 EasyJet Airline: you will get to Bristol in just 1h 5m.

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 Sunderland and Bristol are National Express, Tyne & Wear Metro 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 Sunderland and Bristol 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 East Boldon or to Brislington, and look at flights from Durham Tees Valley Airport, and landing at Bristol 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 Sunderland to Bristol?

The most popular companies between Sunderland and Bristol, are National Express, Tyne & Wear Metro and FlixBus. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: National Express and FlixBus

Train companies: Tyne & Wear Metro, Northern and Grand Central

Airlines: EasyJet Airline, Ryanair, KLM - Royal Dutch Airlines and 4 more.

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

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Sunderland to Bristol. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Sunderland to Bristol

How can I reach Bristol from Sunderland?

Every day, there are on average 9 connections between Train, Bus, Flight and Carpool, with which you can get to Bristol from Sunderland.

How far is Bristol from Sunderland?

The distance between Sunderland and Bristol is 392.2 km.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Sunderland and Bristol?

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 11 kgs of CO2, a train 14 kgs, a car 67 kgs, and a flight 96 kgs.

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

You can get to Bristol with just £19 by taking a Bus from National Express.

What is the fastest way to get from Sunderland to Bristol?

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 Bristol in just 1h 5m with a Flight from EasyJet Airline.

More routes to Sunderland and to Bristol

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

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