How to travel from Belfast to Sunderland, United Kingdom
The distance between Belfast and Sunderland is around 354km (220 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 2h 25m.
11 routes found
We've found 11 different ways to get from Belfast to Sunderland by ferry, bus, train, car and plane. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Sunderland → Belfast if you're planning a return trip.
Fly
Fly from Belfast (Aldergrove) (BFS) to Newcastle (NCL).
- Duration2h 25m
- Flight time50min
- Typical cost£95($110)
4 similiar routes
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Ferry and Bus
Take a ferry to Cairnryan then take the bus to Buchanan Bus Station and then to Newcastle upon Tyne John Dobson Street.
- Duration9h 10m
- Departsonce daily
- Typical cost£47($56)
Multiple operators
Ferry and Train
Take a ferry to Cairnryan then take the train to Glasgow Central then Edinburgh and then to Newcastle.
- Duration8h 45m
- Departs6 times a week
- Typical cost£82($95)
Multiple operators
3 similiar routes
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Ferry and Car
Take a ferry to Cairnryan then drive to Sunderland.
- Duration5h 50m
- Departsevery 4 hours
- Typical cost£51($60)
Multiple operators
Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Belfast and Sunderland
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Belfast to Sunderland by ferry, bus, train, car and plane. The cheapest option is to take a ferry and then take the bus which costs around £47 ($56) and will take around 9h 10m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 2h 25m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately £95 ($110).
The distance between Belfast and Sunderland is around 354km (220 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 294km (183 miles)
It takes around 8hrs to get from Belfast and Sunderland by ferry, bus and train.
The quickest way to get from Belfast to Sunderland is to fly which takes around 2h 25m and will set you back approx £95 ($110).
The cheapest way to travel between Belfast and Sunderland is to take a ferry and then take the bus which will typically cost around £47 ($56) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Belfast and Sunderland. We recommend that you fly from Belfast (Aldergrove) (BFS) to Newcastle (NCL). instead which will take 2h 25m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Belfast and Sunderland. We recommend that you fly from Belfast (Aldergrove) (BFS) to Newcastle (NCL). instead which will take 2h 25m.
Flights and Airlines
Yes you can fly from Belfast and Sunderland. Flights depart from Belfast (Aldergrove) (BFS) and arrive at Newcastle (NCL). The flight takes around 50min.
Yes there is a direct flight between Belfast and Sunderland with no stop-overs required. Flights typically take around 50min.
easyJet fly between Belfast and Sunderland. Flights depart from Belfast (Aldergrove) (BFS) and and arrive into Newcastle (NCL). These flights usually take around 50min.
The flight from Belfast to Sunderland typically takes around 50min. Flights depart from Belfast (Aldergrove) (BFS) and and arrive into Newcastle (NCL).
The closest major airport to Sunderland is Newcastle International Airport (NCL) (NCL) which is approximately 26km (16 miles) from Sunderland. Teesside International Airport (MME) (MME) and Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA) (LBA) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.
Drive yourself
No, its not really possible or feasible to drive from Belfast to Sunderland. We recommend that you take a ferry to Cairnryan then take the bus to Buchanan Bus Station and then to Edinburgh Bus Station then take the train to Newcastle. instead which will take 8hrs.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Belfast to Sunderland is to take a ferry, then take the bus and then take the train which takes, on average, 8hrs and will usually cost around £57 ($67).
Compare travel optionsbetween Belfast and Sunderland
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Fly + 4 similar | 2h 25m | £95($110) | once daily | 354km (220 miles) |
| Fly to Durham (MME), train | 2h 25m | £125($145) | once daily | 380km (236 miles) |
| Plane and Train | 3h 30m | £90($110) | hourly | 450km (280 miles) |
| Fly to Leeds Bradford (LBA), Train | 3h 40m | £125($145) | hourly | 492km (306 miles) |
| Fly to Edinburgh (EDI), train | 4hrs | £95($110) | hourly | 490km (305 miles) |
Ferry and Bus | 9h 10m | £47($56) | once daily | 505km (314 miles) |
Ferry and Train + 3 similar | 8h 45m | £82($95) | 6 times a week | 539km (335 miles) |
| Ferry to Isle of Man Douglas, train | 10h 25m | £100($120) | 3 times a week | 544km (338 miles) |
| Ferry, Bus and Train | 8hrs | £57($67) | every 20 mins | 510km (317 miles) |
| Ferry to Cairnryan, bus and train | 8h 45m | £59($70) | once a week | 510km (317 miles) |
Ferry and Car | 5h 50m | £51($60) | every 4 hours | 365km (227 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Belfast and Sunderland
Bus companies
Scottish Citylink
Dodds of Troon
Airlines
Aer Lingus
Loganair
Train operators
LNER
First ScotRail Service
Caledonian Sleeper
Ferry operators
Stena Line
Isle of Man Steam Packet Company
Airports near Sunderland
The following major airports near Sunderland offer regular flights to various popular destinations within United Kingdom and internationally.
Newcastle International Airport (NCL)
- Distance
- 26km (16 miles) from Sunderland
Teesside International Airport (MME)
- Distance
- 44km (27 miles) from Sunderland
Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA)
- Distance
- 117km (72 miles) from Sunderland