61
Sunderland ↔ Peterlee Bus Times
07:35
88 minPeterlee Bus Stati.. 08:5308:35
148 minPeterlee Bus Stati.. 09:5209:35
208 minPeterlee Bus Stati.. 10:54SATURDAY · 29 services05:54 — 23:14
The 61 bus runs between Sunderland and Peterlee, operated by Go-Ahead. This route has 91 stops. Grey skies and 14°C forecast for the next bus at 07:10. A coat will take the edge off while you wait.
Number 61 Bus Timetable
Inbound
Fares & Tickets
Day Pass
£3.50
Weekly
£30.00
Passes through:
SunderlandHendonGrangetownHollycarrsideRyhope CollieryRyhope VillageSeaham GrangeNew SeahamDalton-le-DaleCold HesledonDalton ParkMurtonEasington LaneSouth HettonEasington VillageLittle ThorpePeterlee
Where does the 61 bus stop?
The 61 serves 91 stops passing through Sunderland, Hendon, Grangetown, Hollycarrside, Ryhope Colliery, Ryhope Village, Seaham Grange, New Seaham, Dalton-le-Dale, Cold Hesledon, Dalton Park, Murton, Easington Lane, South Hetton, Easington Village, Little Thorpe and Peterlee. You can find the full list of stops with a route map further up this page.
Does the 61 run on weekends?
Yes, the 61 runs on Saturdays and Sundays. The weekend timetable may have fewer departures than weekdays - use the day tabs above to compare.
Can I use a bus pass on the 61?
Most Go-Ahead services accept concessionary bus passes (including the English National Concessionary Travel Scheme for eligible passengers). Contactless payment is widely accepted. Check with Go-Ahead for specific ticket options on this route.
Does the 61 run on bank holidays?
There is no specific bank holiday timetable listed for the 61. On bank holidays, most operators run a Sunday or reduced service. Contact Go-Ahead to confirm bank holiday arrangements.
Sources:
Bus Open Data Service (BODS) for timetable and route data · BODS Fares API for fare data
NOC: ETBU, GAHL, LCAG, CROP, GAWY, LGEN, LONC, BTRI, DBLU, EYMS, GONW, OXBC, THTR, CSLB, NATI, BLUS, WDBC, SWWD, TDTR, SVCT, TOUR, DAMY, UNIL, METR, PROC, BHBC, DDIS, GNEL, PLYC, GOSW, UNBU, TFCN, SDMS, OEXP, MBGA, CSSO, GAGL, PULH
Valid from 26 Oct 2025
Source: Bus Open Data Service
· Last updated: 28 Mar 2026
This route serves 91 bus stops across 17 areas.