What is the travel distance from Sunderland to Liverpool?

The distance between the two cities is 122 miles (197 km).

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Sunderland to Liverpool?

The majority of buses traveling from Sunderland to Liverpool start their journey at Sunderland Interchange (Park Lane) Bus Stop and wind up at Liverpool One. These are the primary departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into your travel plans.

What are the best sights and things to do in Liverpool?

Once in Liverpool, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Formby Point, Mendips - John Lennon Home, Another Place, St. George's Hall and The Walker Art Gallery.

Bus Sunderland to Liverpool from $23 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Sunderland to Liverpool on November 28
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	10:55am	Sunderland Interchange (Park Lane) Bus Stop	6h 10m	5:05pm	Wavertree Shopping Centre	CheapestFastest
	Bus	10:55am	Sunderland Interchange (Park Lane) Bus Stop	6h 35m	5:30pm	Liverpool One	No tags

Next departures for Sunderland to Liverpool on November 29
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	10:55am	Sunderland Interchange (Park Lane) Bus Stop	6h 10m	5:05pm	Wavertree Shopping Centre	CheapestFastest
	Bus	10:55am	Sunderland Interchange (Park Lane) Bus Stop	6h 25m	5:20pm	Liverpool One	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 1:28 PM GMT.

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We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Liverpool. The journey takes about 6 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just $28, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

6h 25mAverage Duration

122 milesDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$28 - $96	Average Duration6h 25m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$28 - $28	Average Duration2h 20m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Sunderland and Liverpool?

Stops in Sunderland

A
Sunderland Interchange (Park Lane) Bus Stop
30 Park Lane, Sunderland SR1, UK
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Stops in Liverpool

A
Liverpool One
Canning Pl, Liverpool L1, UK
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B
Unviersity
9 Brownlow Hill, Liverpool L3, UK
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C
Liverpool Airport
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D
3315 Islington
3315 Islington, Liverpool L3 8JR, UK
E
44 Norton St
44 Norton St, Liverpool L3 8PY, UK
F
Bootle - Port of Liverpool
Liverpool, Bootle L20 1DB, UK

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FlixBus

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Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

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Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Sunderland to Liverpool by bus

What is the travel distance from Sunderland to Liverpool?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Sunderland to Liverpool?
What are the best sights and things to do in Liverpool?

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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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The cheapest trip from Sunderland to Liverpool was searched and found on Nov 26, 2025 with a price of $28

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Sunderland to Liverpool, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $28 to $58 for a bus ticket from Sunderland to Liverpool based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $57 which is on 2025-11-29.