4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Sunderland to Manchester
Cheapest price
£20
Average price
£29
Fastest journey
3 h 15 m
Average duration
3 h 18 m
Buses per day
11
Distance
168 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Sunderland to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sunderland to Manchester will cost around £29 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £20.
Of the 11 buses that leave Sunderland for Manchester every day 7 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 18 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 15 m .
The slowest buses will take 3 h 25 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.
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Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Sunderland to Manchester
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Sunderland to Manchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 14m. 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 £6, and a train costs an average of £28.
Distance: 168 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£13 Average Price Cheapest | £49 Average Price |
3h 55m Average total duration 3h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 44m Average total duration Fastest 3h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Sunderland to Manchester bus times
The table below shows live departures for Sunderland to Manchester coaches for today, Saturday 21 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 14:25 Sunderland, Interchange | 3h15 | 17:40 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX172 | 14:35 Sunderland, Interchange | 3h25 | 18:00 Manchester, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX172 | 18:05 Sunderland, Interchange | 3h25 | 21:30 Manchester, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 18:05 Sunderland, Interchange | 3h15 | 21:20 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
| Sunday 22 February | |||||
| NX172 | 06:05 Sunderland, Interchange | 3h25 | 09:30 Manchester, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX133 · NX171 | On time 06:30 Sunderland, Interchange | 4h40 | 11:10 Manchester, Coach Station | 1 change | |
| NX172 | 09:00 Sunderland, Interchange | 3h20 | 12:20 Manchester, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX133 · NX170 | On time 10:15 Sunderland, Interchange | 4h55 | 15:10 Manchester, Coach Station | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 10:55 Sunderland, Interchange | 3h15 | 14:10 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX426 · NX170 | On time 12:20 Sunderland, Interchange | 5h35 | 17:55 Manchester, Coach Station | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Sunderland to Manchester
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Buses from Sunderland to Manchester run on average 10 times per day, taking around 3h 25m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.
There are 6 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 15m.
Distance 168 km |
Average bus duration 3h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Buses per day 10 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 3h 15m |
First bus 00:01 |
Last bus 23:56 |
Bus providers: National Express, Megabus, FlixBus from Sunderland to ManchesterYou can travel by bus between Sunderland to Manchester with National Express, Megabus, FlixBus for as low as £6. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Coaches from Sunderland to Manchester
There are regular and fast coach services from Sunderland to Manchester. There are departures from the early morning until the late afternoon seven days a week. The journey takes about three hours for the fastest direct coach services and just over five hours for the slowest indirect journeys, requiring a change in Leeds.
Which coach companies travel from Sunderland to Manchester?
National Express is the sole provider of coaches for journeys from Sunderland to Manchester. The company runs all of the direct journeys between the two cities, as well as those requiring a change in Leeds. No other bus companies operate on this route.
How long is the coach from Sunderland to Manchester?
The fastest coaches from Sunderland arrive in Manchester in just over three hours. Slower direct journeys can take up to three hours and 45 minutes, depending on the time of departure from Sunderland. Indirect journeys, requiring a change in Leeds, can take more than five hours.
How many coaches are there from Sunderland to Manchester?
The first coaches leave Sunderland for Manchester early every morning, seven days a week. After that, there are departures at least every three hours until the early evening, with at least seven departures each day. At weekends, there are ten departures on both Saturdays and Sundays. There is a late evening departure on Sundays that arrives in the early morning hours.
What are the departure and arrival stations for coaches from Sunderland to Manchester?
Departure coach station: Sunderland Park Lane is the departure point for all of these coach journeys to Manchester. This large, modern transport interchange is in the city centre with links on the Tyne and Wear Metro service to other parts of the city as well as bus stops for local services. Sunderland's mainline railway station is a ten-minute walk away. Facilities at Sunderland Park Lane include public toilets and a cafe as well as a range of shops.
Arrival coach station: Manchester Coach Station is the arrival point for all coach journeys from Sunderland. This modern bus station is in the city centre. Among the facilities at Manchester Coach Station are a cash point, public toilets, a coffee shop, newsagents and car parking. There are local bus stops at the coach station and tram services are within walking distance. Manchester's Piccadilly Railway Station is a ten-minute walk away.
FAQs: Sunderland to Manchester coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sunderland to Manchester 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 Manchester, 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 Sunderland and Manchester
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café at the Station (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 50, 192, 201, 203, 205, 219, 255, 256 Train: Manchester Piccadilly Metro: Piccadilly Gardens
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWC
ShowerTicket Office- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Burger King (in the station)
- Giraffe (in the station).
- Available outside the terminal, with several companies offering services.
- Elevators, ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 43, 103 Train: Manchester Airport
WifiParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 05:00-23:30
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the interchange.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 42, 43, 135 Tram: Metrolink
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