Driving from Edinburgh to Sunderland
Sunderland lies 163 km (101 mi) south-east of Edinburgh, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 2 h 29 min without stops, over roughly 199 km (124 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
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| Edinburgh | Sunderland | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United Kingdom | United Kingdom |
| Population | 514,990 | 170,134 |
| Elevation | 66 m (217 ft) | 36 m (118 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+1 (Europe/London) | UTC+1 (Europe/London) |
| Postal codes | EH1–EH9 | CA13–SR9 |
Where to book car hire from Edinburgh to Sunderland
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Staying in Sunderland
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Common questions
How far is Sunderland from Edinburgh?
163 km (101 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Edinburgh; by road roughly 199 km (124 mi).
How long does it take to get from Edinburgh to Sunderland by car?
About 2 h 29 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Edinburgh and Sunderland?
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.