What is the cheapest way to get from Manchester to Sunderland?

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Sunderland is to bus which costs £11 - £35 and takes 3h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Manchester to Sunderland?

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Sunderland is to drive which takes 2h 26m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Sunderland?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Manchester Central Coach Station station and arriving at Interchange. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Sunderland?

No, there is no direct train from Manchester to Sunderland. However, there are services departing from Manchester Victoria and arriving at Sunderland via York and Newcastle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 59m.

How far is it from Manchester to Sunderland?

The distance between Manchester and Sunderland is 160 miles. The road distance is 130.8 miles.

How do I travel from Manchester to Sunderland without a car?

The best way to get from Manchester to Sunderland without a car is to train via York which takes 2h 59m and costs £26 - £80.

How long does it take to get from Manchester to Sunderland?

It takes approximately 2h 59m to get from Manchester to Sunderland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Sunderland bus from?

Manchester to Sunderland bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Sunderland train from?

Manchester to Sunderland train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Manchester Victoria station.

Train or bus from Manchester to Sunderland?

The best way to get from Manchester to Sunderland is to train via York which takes 2h 59m and costs £26 - £80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £11 - £35 and takes 3h 15m.

Where does the Manchester to Sunderland bus arrive?

Manchester to Sunderland bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Interchange station.

Where does the Manchester to Sunderland train arrive?

Manchester to Sunderland train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at York station.

Can I drive from Manchester to Sunderland?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Sunderland is 131 miles. It takes approximately 2h 26m to drive from Manchester to Sunderland.

How do I get a train ticket from Manchester to Sunderland?

Book your Manchester to Sunderland train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Manchester to Sunderland?

Book your Manchester to Sunderland bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Sunderland?

There are 1810+ hotels available in Sunderland.

Manchester to Sunderland - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Manchester to Sunderland by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train via York
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Yorktrain Liverpool Lime Street - Newcastle / ...
2. Take the train from York to Newcastletrain London Kings Cross - Edinburgh / ...
2h 59m
£27–76
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Interchangebus 172
3h 15m
£11–35
Drive 130 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Sunderlandcar 130 mi
2h 26m
£32–46
Train
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Middlesbroughtrain Manchester Airport - Redcar Central / ...
2. Take the train from Middlesbrough to Sunderlandtrain Nunthorpe - Newcastle / ...
3h 59m
£31–97

Manchester to Sunderland by train

195Weekly Trains

2h 59mAverage Duration

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Distance: 158.7 mi
Duration: 2h 59m

What companies run services between Manchester, England and Sunderland, England?

You can take a train from Manchester Victoria to Sunderland via York and Newcastle in around 2h 59m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Interchange every 3 hours. Tickets cost £11–35 and the journey takes 3h 15m. FlixBus also services this route 3 times a day.

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