How to get from Sunderland to Middlesbrough by bus and train?

From Sunderland to Middlesbrough by bus and train

To get from Sunderland to Middlesbrough in North East and Cumbria, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 24 bus from Wheatsheaf, Monkwearmouth station to John Street, Sunderland station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the NORTHERN train and finally take the X12 bus from Rail Station Footbridge, Thornaby station to Bus Station Stand 11, Middlesbrough station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 9 min. The bus and train schedule from Sunderland may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Middlesbrough on the Moovit app.

69min
Bus - 2424
Train - NORTHERN
Bus - X12X12
Leaves from Wheatsheaf, Monkwearmouth

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Sunderland
  • 2
    Bus - 2424
    Wait for bus
    24
    Sunderland
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    John Street, Sunderland
    ID twrgamdm
    4 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Sunderland
    190 m • 3 min
  • 5
    Train - NORTHERNNORTHERN
    Wait for train
    NORTHERN
    Middlesbrough
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Thornaby
    41 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Rail Station Footbridge, Thornaby
    ID sktjdtd
    60 m • 1 min
  • 8
    Bus - X12X12
    Wait for bus
    X12
    Middlesbrough
  • 9
    Ride to bus station Bus Station Stand 11, Middlesbrough
    Ride to bus station
    Bus Station Stand 11, Middlesbrough
    ID mbradgm
    11 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Sunderland to Middlesbrough by bus and train via 24 and NORTHERN

To get from Sunderland to Middlesbrough in North East and Cumbria, take the 24 bus from Wheatsheaf, Monkwearmouth station to John Street, Sunderland station. Next, take the NORTHERN train from Sunderland station to Middlesbrough station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 12 min. The bus and train schedule from Sunderland may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Middlesbrough on the Moovit app.

72min
Bus - 2424
Train - NORTHERN
Walk to Middlesbrough
Leaves from Wheatsheaf, Monkwearmouth

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Sunderland
  • 2
    Bus - 2424
    Wait for bus
    24
    Sunderland
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    John Street, Sunderland
    ID twrgamdm
    4 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Sunderland
    190 m • 3 min
  • 5
    Train - NORTHERNNORTHERN
    Wait for train
    NORTHERN
    Middlesbrough
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Middlesbrough
    50 min
  • 7
    Walk to Middlesbrough
    Walk to
    Middlesbrough
    480 m • 7 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Sunderland to Middlesbrough

The distance between Sunderland, North East and Cumbria and Middlesbrough, North East and Cumbria is approximately 60.34 km, which can typically be travelled in 69 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Sunderland to Middlesbrough by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in North East and Cumbria – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Sunderland to Middlesbrough

To check the bus and train schedule from Sunderland to Middlesbrough using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Sunderland) and destination (Middlesbrough), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus and train schedules.

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Alternative route from Sunderland to Middlesbrough by bus and train via 24 and NORTHERN

To get from Sunderland to Middlesbrough in North East and Cumbria, take the 24 bus from Wheatsheaf, Monkwearmouth station to John Street, Sunderland station. Next, take the NORTHERN train from Sunderland station to Middlesbrough station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 12 min. The bus and train schedule from Sunderland may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Middlesbrough on the Moovit app.

72min
Bus - 2424
Train - NORTHERN
Walk to Middlesbrough
Leaves from Wheatsheaf, Monkwearmouth

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Sunderland
  • 2
    Bus - 2424
    Wait for bus
    24
    Sunderland
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    John Street, Sunderland
    ID twrgamdm
    4 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Sunderland
    190 m • 3 min
  • 5
    Train - NORTHERNNORTHERN
    Wait for train
    NORTHERN
    Middlesbrough
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Middlesbrough
    50 min
  • 7
    Walk to Middlesbrough
    Walk to
    Middlesbrough
    480 m • 7 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Sunderland to Middlesbrough?

    The fastest way takes 69 minutes, using Bus line 24, Train line NORTHERN, Bus line X12.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Sunderland to Middlesbrough?

    The alternative route takes 72 minutes, using Bus line 24, Train line NORTHERN.

  • Is there a direct bus between Sunderland and Middlesbrough in North East and Cumbria?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 9 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Sunderland to Middlesbrough in North East and Cumbria?

    The 24 bus line goes from Sunderland station near Sunderland to John Street, Sunderland station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line till John Street, Sunderland station near Middlesbrough in North East and Cumbria.

  • How long does it take to travel from Sunderland to Middlesbrough in North East and Cumbria by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Sunderland and Middlesbrough in North East and Cumbria by bus and train is about 1 hr 9 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Sunderland to get to Middlesbrough in North East and Cumbria?

    Get on the 24 bus from the Sunderland stop near Sunderland in North East and Cumbria.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Sunderland and Middlesbrough in North East and Cumbria?

    Get off the bus at the John Street, Sunderland stop, which is closest to Middlesbrough in North East and Cumbria.

  • When is the first train from Sunderland to Middlesbrough in North East and Cumbria?

    The first train from Sunderland to Middlesbrough in North East and Cumbria is Northern. It leaves the Sunderland station at 06:27.

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