Sunderland to Middlesbrough by bus
Middlesbrough lies 38 km (23 mi) south of Sunderland, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 56 min including stops, over roughly 46 km (29 mi) of road.
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| Sunderland | Middlesbrough | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United Kingdom | United Kingdom |
| Population | 170,134 | 142,707 |
| Elevation | 36 m (118 ft) | 15 m (49 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+1 (Europe/London) | UTC+1 (Europe/London) |
| Postal codes | CA13–SR9 | TS1–TS4 |
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Common questions
How far is Middlesbrough from Sunderland?
38 km (23 mi) in a straight line, south of Sunderland; by road roughly 46 km (29 mi).
How long does it take to get from Sunderland to Middlesbrough by bus?
About 56 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Sunderland and Middlesbrough?
No, both are on Europe/London at the moment.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.