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Sunderland Museum & Winter Gardens
Main city museum covering Sunderland’s history, archaeology, and changing exhibitions. A practical introduction to the city and region.
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester Airport to Sunderland
Showing times and prices for 17 Aug
Cheapest price
£31
Average price
£40
Fastest journey
3 h 48 m
Average duration
3 h 51 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
181 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester Airport 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 Airport to Sunderland will cost around £40 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £31.
Fast trains
Of the 4 trains that leave Manchester Airport for Sunderland every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 181 km distance in an average of 3 h 51 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 48 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 53 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.
7:043h53Manchester Airport10:57Sunderland£311One-way0 changes- 8:043h53Manchester Airport11:57Sunderland£311One-way0 changes
- 8:443h48Manchester Airport12:32Sunderland£491One-way0 changes
- 12:443h50Manchester Airport16:34Sunderland£501One-way0 changes
- 8:443h48Manchester Airport12:32Sunderland£491One-way0 changes
- 12:443h50Manchester Airport16:34Sunderland£501One-way0 changes
- 8:043h53Manchester Airport11:57Sunderland£311One-way0 changes
- 7:043h53Manchester Airport10:57Sunderland£311One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Manchester Airport to Sunderland
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Manchester Airport to Sunderland among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 39m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £4, and a flight costs an average of £116.
Distance: 181 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£45 Average Price | £14 Average Price Cheapest | £293 Average Price |
4h 9m Average total duration Fastest 3h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 27m Average total duration 3h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 21m Average total duration 6h 21m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Manchester Airport to Sunderland train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester Airport to Sunderland trains for tomorrow, Monday 17 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 7:04 Manchester Airport | 3h53 | 10:57 Sunderland | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:04 Manchester Airport | 3h53 | 11:57 Sunderland | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:44 Manchester Airport | 3h48 | 12:32 Sunderland | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12:44 Manchester Airport | 3h50 | 16:34 Sunderland | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester Airport to Sunderland
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Trains from Manchester Airport to Sunderland run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £31 but you can travel from only £4 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 07:02, the last at 18:44. The fastest train covers the 181 km distance in 3h 46m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £4
Distance 181 km |
Average train duration 3h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price £31 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 3h 46m |
First train 7:02 |
Last train 18:44 |
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Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £4
Train companies: Transpennine Express, TransPennine Express from Manchester Airport to Sunderland trainsTranspennine Express, TransPennine Express trains will get you between Manchester Airport and Sunderland from £4. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Transpennine Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from Manchester and Liverpool to Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. It offers a range of services, including express, regional and local trains. Express trains are the fastest, with journey times of up to three hours. Regional trains are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Local trains are the slowest, but offer the most stops. Transpennine Express offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, group and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Transpennine Express are Manchester to Edinburgh, Liverpool to Leeds and Manchester to York. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 46m
Cheapest Price
£31
Transpennine Express frequency
6 a day
Luggage included
2 large items and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks, plus a small selection of hot and cold food items
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are free of charge and recommended for busy routes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance booking service
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
TransPennine Express
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 43m
Cheapest Price
£57
TransPennine Express frequency
16 a day
Complete guide to Sunderland
Things to do in Sunderland
Discover the best of Sunderland — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Sunderland trip today.
- Must visit
National Glass Centre
Glass-focused museum with exhibitions, demonstrations, and studio activity reflecting Sunderland’s industrial heritage and creative scene.
- Recommended
North East Land, Sea and Air Museums
Volunteer-run museum at the restored station featuring vintage trams, buses, and transport displays. Best for engineering and family visits.
- Must visit
Roker Beach
Long sandy seafront with promenade, cafés nearby, and broad views. Popular for walking, sea air, and classic coastal Sunderland scenes.
- Recommended
Seaburn
Seaside area north of Roker with beach, promenade, and open views. A relaxed place for walks and a local feel beyond the city centre.
- Recommended
Mowbray Park
Historic public park beside the museum and winter gardens. It offers flower beds, monuments, and a central green break in the city.
- Gluten-free
Panackelty
Panackelty is a North East comfort dish of layered potatoes, onions and corned beef or bacon, slowly baked. It is a long-standing Wearside home staple.
- Vegetarian
- Gluten-free
Pease Pudding
Pease pudding is a thick split-pea savoury paste, often served with ham or stotties. It is a classic staple across Sunderland and the wider North East.
Stottie Cake
Stottie cake is a dense round North East bread, usually split and filled with ham and pease pudding. It is strongly associated with local working-class food culture.
Latimer's Seafood Deli and Cafe
Popular seafront seafood restaurant at Roker serving fish, shellfish and classic British dishes in a relaxed modern setting.
Angelo's Ristorante
Well-known city centre Italian restaurant with pizzas, pasta and grilled dishes. Lively, dependable and good for casual meals.
Spice Empire
Established Indian restaurant known for curries, tandoori dishes and friendly service. Comfortable setting close to the city centre.
Pound sterling (£)
Generally cheaper than London and many UK tourist cities, with lower hotel rates, modest dining prices and reasonably priced local transport.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £6-12 for fast food or a basic meal.
- Mid-range
- £15-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £45+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £2.50-4 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common for good service if not already added. Round up taxi fares; cafés usually do not expect tips.
Pop
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Prices
- Single ticket
- £2.50
- Day pass
- £5.00
To the city centre
Sunderland Station -> Park Lane Interchange, Sunderland
- Distance
- 0.5 km
- Travel time
- 5 min
- Contactless payment is available on Go North East and Stagecoach buses, but Nexus states the £2.50 single and £5.00 day cap apply when using Pop Pay As You Go on Metro.
- Sunderland Station is about 500 metres from central Sunderland, and Park Lane Interchange is a short walk for onward buses across the city.
FAQs: Manchester Airport to Sunderland train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester Airport to Sunderland by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Sunderland, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Manchester Airport to Sunderland can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £29, while the average price tends to be around £47.
The train journey from Manchester Airport to Sunderland covers a distance of 181 km and takes approximately 3h 44m. Trains run 7 per day.
The train distance from Manchester Airport to Sunderland is 181 km.
The first train from Manchester Airport to Sunderland leaves at 7:04.
The last train from Manchester Airport to Sunderland departs at 12:50.
Trains from Manchester Airport to Sunderland run approximately 7 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Manchester Airport to Sunderland.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Manchester Airport to Sunderland.
To get from Manchester Airport to Sunderland, you can choose from several travel options including coach, train and flight.
There is no night train service from Manchester Airport to Sunderland.
The cheapest way to get from Manchester Airport to Sunderland is by coach, costing approximately £4.
Booking trains from Manchester Airport to Sunderland in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Manchester Airport to Sunderland offers a mix of urban and rural scenery, including views of the Pennines, verdant countryside, and glimpses of historical towns along the route.
A day trip from Manchester Airport to Sunderland is not feasible as the journey takes 3h 44m, and there are 4 train trips available per day over a distance of 181 km.
A 2 to 3-day visit to Sunderland is typically sufficient to explore its main attractions, including the Sunderland Museum, Winter Gardens, and Roker Beach, while also allowing time to enjoy local dining and shopping experiences.
Yes, you can take the train from Manchester Airport to Sunderland.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Manchester Airport and Sunderland
Most Manchester Airport to Sunderland trains use the Manchester Victoria to Sunderland station pair, with some services arriving at Seaburn. Use this guide to compare Manchester Airport and Sunderland train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Manchester
Arrival train stations in Sunderland
SunderlandSunderland station, Athenaeum Street, Sunderland, Tyne and Wear, SR1 3HP
City-centre transport
Getting to Sunderland from Sunderland city centre
Onward travel informationBusline 0871 200 2233
Location for Rail Replacement ServicesPick Up / Drop Off in Fawcett Street, near to the Travel Centre entrance in Athenaeum Street, outside Wilkinsons.
MetroTyne and Wear metro station close to the station. 0191 203 3333
Sunderland train station facilities and services
Sunderland has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Sunderland.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Sunderland.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Sunderland: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Sunderland: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Sunderland: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, Lifts to all platforms for disabled passengers from the North end of the station. Open for all services, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Located on the North Concourse and accepts cash and cards, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Seaburn
City-centre transport
Getting to Seaburn from Sunderland city centre
Seaburn is 2 km from Sunderland city centre. Public transport options include:
BusE2, 23 · 10m · £4 · every ~8 min
9, 24 · 14m · every ~19 min
SubwayGrn · 5m · £4 · every ~19 min
Seaburn train station facilities and services
Seaburn has practical services for this route, including Dining, WC and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Seaburn.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Seaburn: WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Seaburn: Bike Parking.
St Peters
St Peters train station facilities and services
St Peters has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, WC, Hotel and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at St Peters.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at St Peters. ATMs are available at St Peters.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at St Peters: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at St Peters: Bike Parking.
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