How much is the bus ticket from Sunderland to Manchester?

The cheapest bus tickets from Sunderland to Manchester start from $19. The average price for this route is around $36. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Sunderland to Manchester?

The average bus travel time from Sunderland to Manchester is 4h, covering a distance of 168 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 15m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Sunderland to Manchester route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 20 buses available per day, including services from National Express , FlixBus , Megabus UK .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Sunderland to Manchester?

The earliest bus departs from Sunderland to Manchester at 5:45am. And the latest bus departs at 11:55pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Sunderland to Manchester?

A bus trip from Sunderland to Manchester generates an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Sunderland to Manchester?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is National Express , with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 29733 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Sunderland to Manchester?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company National Express has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.

Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Sunderland to Manchester?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is National Express , with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Sunderland to Manchester?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is National Express , with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Bus Sunderland to Manchester from $14 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Sunderland to Manchester on November 28
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	5:45am	SUNDERLAND	4h 15m	10:00am	Manchester Airport Bus Station (MAN)	Cheapest
Bus	10:55am	Sunderland Interchange (Park Lane) Bus Stop	3h 15m	2:10pm	Shudehill	Fastest
Bus	5:45am	SUNDERLAND	3h 45m	9:30am	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	2:20pm	Sunderland Interchange (Park Lane) Bus Stop	3h 20m	5:40pm	Shudehill	No tags
Bus	5:45am	SUNDERLAND	3h 45m	9:30am	Coach Station	No tags

Next departures for Sunderland to Manchester on November 29
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	6:05pm	Sunderland Interchange (Park Lane) Bus Stop	3h 15m	9:20pm	Shudehill	CheapestFastest
Bus	6:05am	SUNDERLAND	3h 25m	9:30am	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	10:55am	Sunderland Interchange (Park Lane) Bus Stop	4h 35m	3:30pm	Shudehill	No tags
Bus	6:05am	SUNDERLAND	3h 25m	9:30am	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	2:20pm	Sunderland Interchange (Park Lane) Bus Stop	3h 20m	5:40pm	Shudehill	No tags

Next departures for Sunderland to Manchester on November 30
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:00am	SUNDERLAND	3h 20m	12:20pm	Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	10:55am	Sunderland Interchange (Park Lane) Bus Stop	3h 15m	2:10pm	Shudehill	Fastest
Bus	6:05am	SUNDERLAND	3h 25m	9:30am	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	2:20pm	Sunderland Interchange (Park Lane) Bus Stop	3h 20m	5:40pm	Shudehill	No tags
Bus	6:05am	SUNDERLAND	3h 25m	9:30am	Coach Station	No tags

Next departures for Sunderland to Manchester on December 1
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	6:05pm	Sunderland Interchange (Park Lane) Bus Stop	3h 15m	9:20pm	Shudehill	Cheapest
Bus	10:55am	Sunderland Interchange (Park Lane) Bus Stop	3h 15m	2:10pm	Shudehill	Fastest
Bus	5:45am	SUNDERLAND	3h 45m	9:30am	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	2:20pm	Sunderland Interchange (Park Lane) Bus Stop	3h 20m	5:40pm	Shudehill	No tags
Bus	5:45am	SUNDERLAND	3h 45m	9:30am	Coach Station	No tags

Next departures for Sunderland to Manchester on December 2
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	2:20pm	Sunderland Interchange (Park Lane) Bus Stop	3h 20m	5:40pm	Shudehill	Cheapest
Bus	10:55am	Sunderland Interchange (Park Lane) Bus Stop	3h 15m	2:10pm	Shudehill	Fastest
Bus	5:45am	SUNDERLAND	3h 45m	9:30am	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	6:05pm	Sunderland Interchange (Park Lane) Bus Stop	3h 15m	9:20pm	Shudehill	No tags
Bus	5:45am	SUNDERLAND	3h 45m	9:30am	Coach Station	No tags

Next departures for Sunderland to Manchester on December 3
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	2:20pm	Sunderland Interchange (Park Lane) Bus Stop	3h 20m	5:40pm	Shudehill	Cheapest
Bus	10:55am	Sunderland Interchange (Park Lane) Bus Stop	3h 15m	2:10pm	Shudehill	Fastest
Bus	5:45am	SUNDERLAND	3h 45m	9:30am	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	6:05pm	Sunderland Interchange (Park Lane) Bus Stop	3h 15m	9:20pm	Shudehill	No tags
Bus	5:45am	SUNDERLAND	3h 45m	9:30am	Coach Station	No tags

Next departures for Sunderland to Manchester on December 4
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	2:20pm	Sunderland Interchange (Park Lane) Bus Stop	3h 20m	5:40pm	Shudehill	Cheapest
Bus	10:55am	Sunderland Interchange (Park Lane) Bus Stop	3h 15m	2:10pm	Shudehill	Fastest
Bus	5:45am	SUNDERLAND	3h 45m	9:30am	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	6:05pm	Sunderland Interchange (Park Lane) Bus Stop	3h 15m	9:20pm	Shudehill	No tags
Bus	5:45am	SUNDERLAND	3h 45m	9:30am	Coach Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 9:18 PM GMT.

Compare 2 ways to go from Sunderland to Manchester

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Manchester. The journey takes about 2 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just $31, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

2h 40mAverage Duration

169 kmDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$19 - $147	Average Duration4h	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$31 - $31	Average Duration2h 40m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Sunderland and Manchester?

Stops in Sunderland

A
Sunderland Interchange (Park Lane) Bus Stop
30 Park Lane, Sunderland SR1, UK
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Stops in Manchester

A
Coach Station
16 Chorlton St, Manchester M1 3HW, UK
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B
Manchester Airport
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C
Shudehill
Shudehill Interchange, Stand G, Manchester M60
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D
56 Great Bridgewater St
56 Great Bridgewater St, Manchester M1 5LE, UK
E
City of Manchester Stadium
Citylink, Manchester M40 7EP, UK
F
Manchester Coach Station
Manchester Coach Station, Chorlton St., , Manchester M1 3JF, United Kingdom

Compare bus companies

National Express

4/529,737 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.4

Users have shared positive experiences with National Express, highlighting smooth and comfortable journeys that were on time. The staff received praise for being helpful and maintaining excellent communication skills. However, some users noted disturbances from mobile phone usage during the trip despite announcements requesting passengers to limit their use.

National Express Sunderland Manchester recent customer reviews

I managed to get a ticket just hours before my journey, it was smooth and comfortable even tho there was an accident , the driver changed his route and still managed to arrive on time.

Bora İ.

June 18, 2025

The driver was very helpful with our cases and the ride was very smooth considering it was very very windy.

Deborah Y.

December 8, 2024

Sitting space was not comfortable 😪, no space for my legs were tight.. No space provided for my baby.

Nafiu M.

December 3, 2024

FlixBus

3.5/511,459 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Megabus UK

3.5/54,277 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness4.4

Wifi2.6

Users appreciate the friendly and helpful drivers, as well as the delightful routes that offer great views. However, some users have mentioned occasional delays and highlighted concerns about toilet hygiene on board.

Megabus Sunderland Manchester recent customer reviews

It was very terrible, the mega bus did not show as expected only for an other bus to arrive and could not inform us waiting that he was the one driving us to Manchester and the same driver was very rude and disrespectful, he troway my bags out of the bus .

Agatha Ivie O.

September 24, 2024

Friendly, helpful driver. Great route, didn't need to read my book, it was delightful enjoying the view.

Helen P.

July 29, 2024

The ride was okay but the 20min delay was alarming. We all know we work with time here. On the ticket it was advised we get to the park at least 30min which was obeyed then imagine another 20min lateness, that’s like a 50min waiting time which is wrong.

Mary D.

April 26, 2023

GB Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, National Express

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Sunderland to Manchester by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Sunderland to Manchester?
The cheapest bus tickets from Sunderland to Manchester start from $19. The average price for this route is around $36. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Sunderland to Manchester?
The average bus travel time from Sunderland to Manchester is 4h, covering a distance of 168 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 15m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Sunderland to Manchester route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 20 buses available per day, including services from National Express, FlixBus, Megabus UK.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Sunderland to Manchester?
The earliest bus departs from Sunderland to Manchester at 5:45am. And the latest bus departs at 11:55pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Sunderland to Manchester?
A bus trip from Sunderland to Manchester generates an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Sunderland to Manchester?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is National Express, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 29733 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Sunderland to Manchester?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company National Express has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Sunderland to Manchester?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is National Express, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Sunderland to Manchester?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is National Express, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

11-25

$19

11-26

$19

Today

$19

11-28

$45

11-29

$35

11-30

$30

12-01

$16

12-02

$15

The cheapest trip from Sunderland to Manchester was searched and found on Dec 2, 2025 with a price of $15

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Sunderland to Manchester, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $15 to $83 for a bus ticket from Sunderland to Manchester based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $15 which is on 2025-12-02.

Usually National Express will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.