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

The cheapest way to get from Sunderland to Manchester is to bus via Leeds which costs £17 - £40 and takes 3h 41m.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Sunderland and Manchester?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Interchange and arriving at Manchester Central Coach Station station. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Sunderland and Manchester?

No, there is no direct train from Sunderland to Manchester. However, there are services departing from Sunderland and arriving at Manchester Victoria via Newcastle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 49m.

How far is it from Sunderland to Manchester?

The distance between Sunderland and Manchester is 131 miles. The road distance is 130.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Sunderland to Manchester without a car is to bus via Leeds which takes 3h 41m and costs £17 - £40.

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

It takes approximately 3h 41m to get from Sunderland to Manchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sunderland to Manchester bus from?

Sunderland to Manchester bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Sunderland to Manchester train from?

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

Train or bus from Sunderland to Manchester?

The best way to get from Sunderland to Manchester is to bus via Leeds which takes 3h 41m and costs £17 - £40. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £50 - £110 and takes 3h 49m.

Where does the Sunderland to Manchester bus arrive?

Sunderland to Manchester bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Leeds City Bus Station.

Where does the Sunderland to Manchester train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Sunderland to Manchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Sunderland to Manchester is 130 miles. It takes approximately 2h 26m to drive from Sunderland to Manchester.

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

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

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Sunderland to Manchester - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Sunderland to Manchester by bus, train, or car

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Bus via Leeds
best
1. Take the bus from Interchange to Leeds City Bus Stationbus Uk010
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 170 / ...
3h 41m
£18–36
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Interchange to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 172
3h 50m
£14–60
Train
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Manchester Victoriatrain Newcastle - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
3h 49m
£55–103
Drive 129.6 mi
1. Drive from Sunderland to Manchestercar 129.6 mi
2h 26m
£32–46
Train via Middlesbrough
1. Take the train from Sunderland to Middlesbroughtrain Carlisle - Middlesbrough / ...
2. Take the train from Middlesbrough to Manchester Victoriatrain Redcar Central - Manchester Airport / ...
3h 58m
£54–99

Sunderland to Manchester by train

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Distance: 130 mi
Duration: 3h 41m

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

You can take a bus from Interchange to Manchester Central Coach Station via Leeds City Bus Station and Leeds City Bus & Coach Station in around 3h 41m. Alternatively, TransPennine Express operates a train from Newcastle to Manchester Victoria hourly. Tickets cost £50–95 and the journey takes 2h 48m.

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