How much is the bus ticket from Sunderland to Manchester?

The cheapest bus tickets from Sunderland to Manchester start at R 198. The average price for this route is around R 440. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Sunderland to Manchester?

The average bus journey time from Sunderland to Manchester is 4h, covering a distance of 181 km. The fastest bus gets 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 is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Sunderland to Manchester?

The earliest bus departs from Sunderland to Manchester at 05:45. And the latest bus departs at 23:55.

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

A bus trip from Sunderland to Manchester produces an estimated 5 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

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 29762 reviews.

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

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

Which bus company offers the most punctual service 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 4.1 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 R 104 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Sunderland to Manchester on 15 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	14:20	Sunderland Interchange (Park Lane) Bus Stop	3h 20m	17:40	Shudehill	Cheapest
Bus	10:55	Sunderland Interchange (Park Lane) Bus Stop	3h 15m	14:10	Shudehill	Fastest
Bus	09:00	SUNDERLAND	3h 20m	12:20	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	18:05	Sunderland Interchange (Park Lane) Bus Stop	3h 15m	21:20	Shudehill	No tags
Bus	09:00	SUNDERLAND	3h 20m	12:20	Coach Station	No tags

Next departures from Sunderland to Manchester on 16 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:55	Sunderland Interchange (Park Lane) Bus Stop	3h 15m	14:10	Shudehill	CheapestFastest
Bus	05:45	SUNDERLAND	3h 45m	09:30	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	14:20	Sunderland Interchange (Park Lane) Bus Stop	3h 20m	17:40	Shudehill	No tags
Bus	05:45	SUNDERLAND	3h 45m	09:30	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	18:05	Sunderland Interchange (Park Lane) Bus Stop	3h 15m	21:20	Shudehill	No tags

Next departures from Sunderland to Manchester on 17 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	18:05	Sunderland Interchange (Park Lane) Bus Stop	3h 15m	21:20	Shudehill	Cheapest
Bus	10:55	Sunderland Interchange (Park Lane) Bus Stop	3h 15m	14:10	Shudehill	Fastest
Bus	05:45	SUNDERLAND	3h 45m	09:30	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	14:20	Sunderland Interchange (Park Lane) Bus Stop	3h 20m	17:40	Shudehill	No tags
Bus	05:45	SUNDERLAND	3h 45m	09:30	Coach Station	No tags

Next departures from Sunderland to Manchester on 18 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	18:05	Sunderland Interchange (Park Lane) Bus Stop	3h 15m	21:20	Shudehill	Cheapest
Bus	10:55	Sunderland Interchange (Park Lane) Bus Stop	3h 15m	14:10	Shudehill	Fastest
Bus	05:45	SUNDERLAND	3h 45m	09:30	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	14:20	Sunderland Interchange (Park Lane) Bus Stop	3h 20m	17:40	Shudehill	No tags
Bus	05:45	SUNDERLAND	3h 45m	09:30	Coach Station	No tags

Next departures from Sunderland to Manchester on 19 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	18:05	Sunderland Interchange (Park Lane) Bus Stop	3h 15m	21:20	Shudehill	Cheapest
Bus	10:55	Sunderland Interchange (Park Lane) Bus Stop	3h 15m	14:10	Shudehill	Fastest
Bus	05:45	SUNDERLAND	3h 45m	09:30	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	14:20	Sunderland Interchange (Park Lane) Bus Stop	3h 20m	17:40	Shudehill	No tags
Bus	05:45	SUNDERLAND	3h 45m	09:30	Coach Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 1:34 PM GMT.

Compare 2 ways to travel 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 R 369, 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 priceR 198 - R 1 545	Average duration4h	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 369 - R 369	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
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

4/529 768 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.1

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.

18 June 2025

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

Deborah Y.

8 December 2024

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

Nafiu M.

3 December 2024

FlixBus

3.5/511 617 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Megabus UK

3.5/54 284 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.

24 September 2024

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

Helen P.

29 July 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.

26 April 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 timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ 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 at R 198. The average price for this route is around R 440. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Sunderland to Manchester?
The average bus journey time from Sunderland to Manchester is 4h, covering a distance of 181 km. The fastest bus gets 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 is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Sunderland to Manchester?
The earliest bus departs from Sunderland to Manchester at 05:45. And the latest bus departs at 23:55.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Sunderland to Manchester?
A bus trip from Sunderland to Manchester produces an estimated 5 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
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 29762 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Sunderland to Manchester?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company National Express has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service 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 4.1 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

13/12

R 344

14/12

R 437

Today

R 250

16/12

R 229

17/12

R 229

18/12

R 229

19/12

R 240

20/12

R 260

The cheapest trip from Sunderland to Manchester was searched and found on 16 Dec 2025 with a price of R 229

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 R 229 to R 1 040 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 R 229, which is on 2025-12-16.

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.