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78

Consett – Sunderland

via Great Lumley, South Stanley

Go North East First 05:45 Last 23:15Every day

Route 78 runs between Consett and Sunderland via Great Lumley, South Stanley. See the full timetable, stops and live buses.

Quick departures

Live departures from key stops on this route

StopTowards Consett Bus StationTowards Sunderland Interchange
Interchange7818:5519:5520:55and more7818:4419:4620:46and more
Riverside Cricket Ground7818:2318:4819:30and more7819:1020:1021:19and more
Park Road7818:2118:5319:15and more7818:4419:4520:54and more
Consett Bus Station Stand C7818:4919:1919:41and more78Due19:2020:30and more

Route stops

All stops on the route towards Sunderland Interchange

StopApprox. time
  1. 1Consett Bus Station Stand C · Consett05:45
  2. 2Leisure Centre-Academy · Consett05:46
  3. 3Number One Roundabout · Consett05:47
  4. 4Grove Cottage · Consett05:47
  5. 5Adult Training Centre · Consett05:47
  6. 6Leadgate Rd Service Station · Consett05:48
  7. 7Front Street · Leadgate05:49
  8. 8Leadgate House · Leadgate05:50

Frequently asked questions about the 78

What time is the first and last 78 bus?
The first 78 of the day departs at 05:45 and the last one departs at 23:15. These are the scheduled departure times of the first and last journeys, which may start from either end of the route — check the timetable above for times at your own stop.
Does the 78 bus run at weekends?
Yes. The 78 runs seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. Sunday and bank holiday timetables are usually less frequent than weekdays, so check the times above before travelling.
How long does the 78 bus take?
A full end-to-end journey on the 78 takes about 64 minutes between Consett and Sunderland, running via Great Lumley and South Stanley. Allow extra time at peak periods — this is the scheduled running time, not a guarantee.
Who operates the 78 bus?
The 78 is operated by Go North East. For tickets, fares, lost property or complaints about a journey you need to contact them directly — we're an independent service and can't help with those.

Timetable data from the Bus Open Data Service (BODS), Department for Transport. Live positions from operator vehicle feeds. Times are subject to change.