4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Manchester to Sunderland
Cheapest price
£11
Average price
£16
Fastest journey
3 h
Average duration
3 h 17 m
Buses per day
14
Distance
168 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Manchester to Sunderland is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Sunderland will cost around £16 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £11.
Of the 14 buses that leave Manchester for Sunderland every day 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 168 km distance in an average of 3 h 17 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h .
The slowest buses will take 3 h 40 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
FlixBus8:403h15Manchester, Shudehill Interchange11:55Sunderland, Interchange£111One-way0 changes- FlixBus11:503h15Manchester, Shudehill Interchange15:05Sunderland, Interchange£111One-way0 changes
- FlixBus15:503h15Manchester, Shudehill Interchange19:05Sunderland, Interchange£111One-way0 changes
NX17215:404h00Manchester, Coach Station19:40Sunderland, Interchange£131One-way0 changes- NX1727:003h40Manchester, Coach Station10:40Sunderland, Interchange£131One-way0 changes
- NX17219:303h00Manchester, Coach Station22:30Sunderland, Interchange£151One-way0 changes
- FlixBus8:403h15Manchester, Shudehill Interchange11:55Sunderland, Interchange£111One-way0 changes
- FlixBus15:503h15Manchester, Shudehill Interchange19:05Sunderland, Interchange£111One-way0 changes
- FlixBus11:503h15Manchester, Shudehill Interchange15:05Sunderland, Interchange£111One-way0 changes
- NX1727:003h40Manchester, Coach Station10:40Sunderland, Interchange£131One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Manchester to Sunderland
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Sunderland among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 59m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, and a flight costs an average of £139.
Distance: 168 km
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Most popular Coach | Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£13 Average Price Cheapest | £43 Average Price | £306 Average Price |
3h 45m Average total duration 3h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 29m Average total duration Fastest 2h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 2m Average total duration 6h 2m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Manchester to Sunderland bus times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Sunderland coaches for today, Thursday 16 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX172 | 11:35 Manchester, Coach Station | 3h40 | 15:15 Sunderland, Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:50 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 3h15 | 15:05 Sunderland, Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX172 | 15:45 Manchester, Coach Station | 3h55 | 19:40 Sunderland, Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 15:50 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 3h15 | 19:05 Sunderland, Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX172 | 19:30 Manchester, Coach Station | 3h00 | 22:30 Sunderland, Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX170 · NX172 | 21:10 Manchester, Coach Station | 6h45 | 3:55 Sunderland, Interchange | 1 change | |
| Friday 17 July | |||||
| NX172 | 0:15 Manchester, Coach Station | 3h40 | 3:55 Sunderland, Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX172 | 7:00 Manchester, Coach Station | 3h40 | 10:40 Sunderland, Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 8:40 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 3h15 | 11:55 Sunderland, Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX170 · NX426 | 9:50 Manchester, Coach Station | 3h55 | 13:45 Sunderland, Interchange | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Manchester to Sunderland
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Manchester to Sunderland run on average 11 times per day, taking around 3h 15m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.
There are 7 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:01, the last at 23:56. The fastest coach covers the 168 km distance in 3h 0m.
Distance 168 km |
Average bus duration 3h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Buses per day 11 |
Direct buses 7 |
Fastest bus 3h 0m |
First bus 0:01 |
Last bus 23:56 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 21 days |
Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus, Megabus from Manchester to SunderlandYou can travel by bus between Manchester to Sunderland with National Express, FlixBus, Megabus for as low as £8. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Manchester to Sunderland coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Sunderland by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Sunderland, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- Megabus
- Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Megabus
- Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
- National Express
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Megabus
- One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Megabus
- Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Manchester and Sunderland
Most Manchester to Sunderland buses use the Manchester, Coach Station to Sunderland, Interchange station pair. Use this guide to compare Manchester and Sunderland bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Manchester station do buses to Sunderland leave from?
Getting to Manchester, Coach Station from Manchester city centre
Manchester, Coach Station bus station facilities and services
Manchester, Coach Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Café at the Station (in the station), Fast Food Express (in the station).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located within the station for cash withdrawals.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester, Coach Station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester, Coach Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester, Coach Station: Ramps, assistance.
Getting to Manchester, Airport from Manchester city centre
Manchester, Airport is 2 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Manchester, Airport bus station facilities and services
Manchester, Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Burger King (in the station), Giraffe (in the station).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located throughout the airport, offering multiple currency options.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester, Airport.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester, Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester, Airport: Elevators, ramps, assistance.
Getting to Manchester, Shudehill Interchange from Manchester city centre
Manchester, Shudehill Interchange bus station facilities and services
Manchester, Shudehill Interchange has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Sunderland, Interchange from Sunderland city centre
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