What is the travel distance from Sunderland to Sheffield?

Sunderland and Sheffield are 106 miles (170 km) apart.

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

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

Bus Sunderland to Sheffield from $18 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Sunderland to Sheffield on November 28
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:45pm	SUNDERLAND	7h	6:45am	Sheffield, Meadowhall (M1 J34)	Cheapest
Bus	12:45pm	Sunderland Interchange (Park Lane) Bus Stop	2h 50m	3:35pm	Meadowhall Interchange	Fastest
Bus	6:15am	SUNDERLAND	3h 15m	9:30am	Sheffield, Meadowhall (M1 J34)	No tags
Bus	6:15am	SUNDERLAND	3h 15m	9:30am	Sheffield, Meadowhall (M1 J34)	No tags
Bus	6:55am	SUNDERLAND	3h 35m	10:30am	Sheffield, Meadowhall (M1 J34)	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Sunderland to Sheffield

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Sheffield. The journey takes about 2 hours and with fares starting at just $16, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

2hAverage Duration

106 milesDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$18 - $54	Average Duration3h 55m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$16 - $24	Average Duration2h	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Sunderland and Sheffield?

Stops in Sunderland

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

A
Meadowhall Interchange
Meadowhall Road (Interchange), Sheffield S9
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B
Sheffield Coach Station Interchange
37104 Pond St, Sheffield S1, UK
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C
Sheffield Bus Stop
Alsing Rd, Sheffield S9 1EQ, UK
D
Brown St
Persistence Works, 21 Brown St, Sheffield S1 2BS, UK

Compare bus companies

National Express

4/529,735 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.4

FlixBus

3.5/511,454 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

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.

Megabus UK

3.5/54,277 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness4.4

Wifi2.6

Based on 4277 reviews, the company was rated 3.6 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the wifi. Megabus UK ticket prices on this trip start at $31

Megabus Sunderland Sheffield recent customer reviews

I didn’t enjoy the fact the driver was highly arrogant and disrespectful. I only asked what time the bus would get there and he looked at me and ignored the question

Reece L.

December 28, 2023

On time, luxury seating, excellent driver

Phil M.

April 15, 2024

It was hitch-free

Josephine A.

April 2, 2024

GB bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, National Express

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Sunderland to Sheffield by bus

What is the travel distance from Sunderland to Sheffield?
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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$16

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$19

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$21

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The cheapest trip from Sunderland to Sheffield was searched and found on Nov 25, 2025 with a price of $16

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

You can expect to pay from $16 to $49 for a bus ticket from Sunderland to Sheffield based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $18 which is on 2025-11-29.