🚌 Bus from Sunderland to Edinburgh
2 direct routes · about 185 min · first bus 04:35, last bus 04:35 (weekdays).
💷 Fares on this journey are set by the operator — the England fare cap doesn't apply in Scotland. Under-22s, over-60s and eligible disabled passengers travel free with a National Entitlement Card. Who travels free →
Direct routes
| Route | Operator | Journey time | Weekday journeys | First | Last | Board at |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 598 | National Express | ~185 min | 2 | 04:35 | 04:35 | Interchange (Stand W) |
| UKN10 | FlixBus | ~200 min | 1 | 03:15 | 03:15 | Interchange (Stand W) |
Times are for the first boarding point in Sunderland 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 Sunderland to Edinburgh?
2 routes run directly from Sunderland to Edinburgh: the 598 (National Express), the UKN10 (FlixBus).
How long does the bus take from Sunderland to Edinburgh?
Around 185 minutes on the 598, depending on time of day and traffic.
What time is the first and last bus from Sunderland to Edinburgh?
On weekdays the first direct bus (the 598) leaves around 04:35 and the last around 04:35. Check the route timetable for weekends.
How much is the bus from Sunderland to Edinburgh?
Fares on this journey are set by the operator — the England fare cap doesn't apply in Scotland. Under-22s, over-60s and eligible disabled passengers travel free with a National Entitlement Card.