🚌 Bus from Stanley to Sunderland
2 direct routes · about 66 min · first bus 06:08, last bus 22:04 (weekdays).
💷 Single fares on this journey are capped at £3 on participating routes
(England cap, until 31 Dec 2026 — then £2). Details →
Direct routes
| Route | Operator | Journey time | Weekday journeys | First | Last | Board at |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 78 | Go North East | ~66 min | 41 | 06:08 | 22:04 | Stanley Bus Station Stand J (J) |
| 8 | Go North East | ~75 min | 37 | 07:00 | 21:31 | Stanley Bus Station Stand J (J) |
Times are for the first boarding point in Stanley on each route's weekday timetable — open the route for the full timetable, live map and every stop.
Frequently asked questions
Which bus goes from Stanley to Sunderland?
2 routes run directly from Stanley to Sunderland: the 78 (Go North East), the 8 (Go North East).
How long does the bus take from Stanley to Sunderland?
Around 66 minutes on the 78, depending on time of day and traffic.
What time is the first and last bus from Stanley to Sunderland?
On weekdays the first direct bus (the 78) leaves around 06:08 and the last around 22:04. Check the route timetable for weekends.
How much is the bus from Stanley to Sunderland?
Most single fares in England are capped at £3 until 31 December 2026, then £2 from 1 January 2027.