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2 h 20 min
218 km.
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Sunderland, Great Britain → Manchester, Great Britain

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Three ways to Travel from Sunderland to Manchester

Composite routes from Sunderland to Manchester

Cheapest
2 h 20 min
Car
218 km.
from $11
Other
3 h 15 min
Bus
168 km.
from €18.98
2 h 20 min
Rideshare
218 km.
from $8.29

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Sunderland to Manchester,
Ave. Duration:
3h 15m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$22.78–$32.91

Go North East

Phone:
+44 191 420 5050
Email:
Website:
gonortheast.co.uk/
Bus from Sunderland Interchange to Wharton
Ave. Duration:
58 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$2.96

Train operators

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Bus from Sunderland to Manchester,
Ave. Duration:
3h 15m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$34.18–$49.37

TransPennine Express Service

Phone:
+44 345 600 1671
Website:
tpexpress.co.uk/
Train from Durham to Manchester
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$37.97–$94.93

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Sunderland to Manchester is to bus which costs $19.57 - $28.26 and takes 3h 15m.

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 20m and costs $43.48 - $65.22 .

Is there a direct bus between Sunderland and Manchester?

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

How far is it from Sunderland to Manchester?

The distance between Sunderland and Manchester is 223 km. The road distance is 217.9 km.

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 which takes 3h 15m and costs $19.57 - $28.26 .

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

The bus from Sunderland to Manchester, Coach Station takes 3h 15m including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Sunderland to Manchester bus from?

Sunderland to Manchester bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sunderland station.

Where does the Sunderland to Manchester bus arrive?

Sunderland to Manchester bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester, Coach Station.

Can I drive from Sunderland to Manchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Sunderland to Manchester is 218 km. It takes approximately 2h 20m to drive from Sunderland to Manchester.

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

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

Where can I stay near Manchester?

There are 3144+ hotels available in Manchester. Prices start at $31.27 per night.
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