What's the distance between Manchester and Sunderland by coach?

The journey from Manchester to Sunderland by coach covers an approximate distance of 105 miles (168 km).

How can I get from Manchester to Sunderland without driving?

The best way to go from Manchester to Sunderland without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. Depending on your preferences, carpooling can also be considered as an option.

Bus Manchester to Sunderland from £7 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Manchester to Sunderland on 18 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	08:40	Shudehill	3h 15m	11:55	Sunderland Interchange (Park Lane) Bus Stop	Cheapest
Bus	20:15	Coach Station	3h	23:15	SUNDERLAND	Fastest
Bus	08:25	Coach Station	5h 15m	13:40	SUNDERLAND	No tags
Bus	11:50	Shudehill	3h 15m	15:05	Sunderland Interchange (Park Lane) Bus Stop	No tags
Bus	08:25	Coach Station	5h 15m	13:40	SUNDERLAND	No tags

Next departures from Manchester to Sunderland on 19 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	08:40	Shudehill	3h 15m	11:55	Sunderland Interchange (Park Lane) Bus Stop	Cheapest
Bus	20:15	Coach Station	3h	23:15	SUNDERLAND	Fastest
Bus	07:40	Coach Station	3h 40m	11:20	SUNDERLAND	No tags
Bus	11:50	Shudehill	3h 15m	15:05	Sunderland Interchange (Park Lane) Bus Stop	No tags
Bus	07:40	Coach Station	3h 40m	11:20	SUNDERLAND	No tags

Next departures from Manchester to Sunderland on 20 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	08:40	Shudehill	3h 15m	11:55	Sunderland Interchange (Park Lane) Bus Stop	Cheapest
Bus	20:15	Coach Station	3h	23:15	SUNDERLAND	Fastest
Bus	07:40	Coach Station	3h 40m	11:20	SUNDERLAND	No tags
Bus	11:50	Shudehill	3h 15m	15:05	Sunderland Interchange (Park Lane) Bus Stop	No tags
Bus	07:40	Coach Station	3h 40m	11:20	SUNDERLAND	No tags

Next departures from Manchester to Sunderland on 21 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	08:40	Shudehill	3h 15m	11:55	Sunderland Interchange (Park Lane) Bus Stop	Cheapest
Bus	20:15	Coach Station	3h	23:15	SUNDERLAND	Fastest
Bus	07:40	Coach Station	3h 40m	11:20	SUNDERLAND	No tags
Bus	11:50	Shudehill	3h 15m	15:05	Sunderland Interchange (Park Lane) Bus Stop	No tags
Bus	07:40	Coach Station	3h 40m	11:20	SUNDERLAND	No tags

Next departures from Manchester to Sunderland on 22 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	15:50	Shudehill	3h 15m	19:05	Sunderland Interchange (Park Lane) Bus Stop	Cheapest
Bus	20:15	Coach Station	3h	23:15	SUNDERLAND	Fastest
Bus	07:55	Coach Station	3h 25m	11:20	SUNDERLAND	No tags
Bus	08:40	Shudehill	3h 15m	11:55	Sunderland Interchange (Park Lane) Bus Stop	No tags
Bus	07:55	Coach Station	3h 25m	11:20	SUNDERLAND	No tags

Next departures from Manchester to Sunderland on 23 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	08:40	Shudehill	3h 15m	11:55	Sunderland Interchange (Park Lane) Bus Stop	Cheapest
Bus	20:15	Coach Station	3h	23:15	SUNDERLAND	Fastest
Bus	07:55	Coach Station	3h 25m	11:20	SUNDERLAND	No tags
Bus	11:50	Shudehill	3h 15m	15:05	Sunderland Interchange (Park Lane) Bus Stop	No tags
Bus	07:55	Coach Station	3h 25m	11:20	SUNDERLAND	No tags

Next departures from Manchester to Sunderland on 24 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	20:15	Coach Station	3h	23:15	SUNDERLAND	CheapestFastest
Bus	07:40	Coach Station	3h 40m	11:20	SUNDERLAND	No tags
Bus	08:40	Shudehill	3h 15m	11:55	Sunderland Interchange (Park Lane) Bus Stop	No tags
Bus	07:40	Coach Station	3h 40m	11:20	SUNDERLAND	No tags
Bus	11:50	Shudehill	3h 15m	15:05	Sunderland Interchange (Park Lane) Bus Stop	No tags

Next departures from Manchester to Sunderland on 25 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	08:40	Shudehill	3h 15m	11:55	Sunderland Interchange (Park Lane) Bus Stop	Cheapest
Bus	20:15	Coach Station	3h	23:15	SUNDERLAND	Fastest
Bus	07:40	Coach Station	3h 40m	11:20	SUNDERLAND	No tags
Bus	11:50	Shudehill	3h 15m	15:05	Sunderland Interchange (Park Lane) Bus Stop	No tags
Bus	07:40	Coach Station	3h 40m	11:20	SUNDERLAND	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 22:44 GMT.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Manchester to Sunderland

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Sunderland. The journey takes about 2 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just £17, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

2h 50mAverage duration

105 milesDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£10 - £47	Average duration3h 55m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£17 - £17	Average duration2h 50m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

National Express

4/529,715 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.4

Users have shared positive experiences with National Express, highlighting the punctuality of their services and courteous drivers. The buses are noted for being clean and convenient. However, some users mentioned issues such as a dirty toilet on one journey and an instance where vaping occurred inside the bus.

National Express Manchester Sunderland recent customer reviews

1.The driver was polite. 2. The journey from Manchester to Sunderland was fast, the bus arrived in time. 3. The toilet was dirty, it was impossible to use it. 4. One of the passengers was vaping in the bus, it was disgusting.

Alla V.

3 August 2025

Good service excellent timing of journey. Would use National Express again for future trips

Paul F.

14 March 2022

Prompt service, good driving and clean vehicle

Ifeanyi O.

7 July 2025

FlixBus

3.5/511,359 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Based on 11359 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi-Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at £10

FlixBus Manchester Sunderland recent customer reviews

The journey of 3 hours took 6+ . The toilet is too small and the charging pot were not working properly

Nwankwo C.

1 December 2024

Nightmare! Manchester to Sunderland delayed by 40 minutes then with traffic it took 6 hour’s 40 minutes

Matty W.

29 November 2024

The journey was okay. The driver drove well and acted professionally.

Tolulope A.

19 July 2024

Megabus UK

3.5/54,273 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness4.4

WiFi2.6

According to customer reviews, Mega Bus has received mixed feedback. Some customers express satisfaction with the service, mentioning that they are satisfied and find the services very good. However, there are also negative experiences reported by several customers regarding delays and lack of information about bus schedules. These issues seem to be consistent across multiple reviews.

Megabus Manchester Sunderland recent customer reviews

It Wass too much to pay 35pounds for extra load,when I had paid 18 pounds for ticket

Olukemi I.

30 January 2023

It was a very bad experience. It was not on time and there was no way to access the information also. On the tracker, it had showed on time. No customer care or bus info department to ask.

Shirisha S.

13 November 2022

Heat on bus was ridiculous Bus was late

Josh M.

26 March 2024

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Where are the popular stops in Manchester and Sunderland?

Stops in Manchester

A - Manchester Airport

B - Coach Station

C - Shudehill

D - 56 Great Bridgewater St

E - City of Manchester Stadium

F - Manchester Coach Station

Stops in Sunderland

A - Sunderland Interchange (Park Lane) Bus Stop

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Manchester to Sunderland

What's the distance between Manchester and Sunderland by coach?
The journey from Manchester to Sunderland by coach covers an approximate distance of 105 miles (168 km).
How can I get from Manchester to Sunderland without driving?
The best way to go from Manchester to Sunderland without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. Depending on your preferences, carpooling can also be considered as an option.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

16/11

£22

17/11

£13

Today

£11

19/11

£9

20/11

£9

21/11

£12

22/11

£11

23/11

£13

The cheapest trip from Manchester to Sunderland was searched and found on 20 Nov 2025 with a price of £9

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

You can expect to pay from £9 to £43 for a bus ticket from Manchester to Sunderland based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £9, which is on 2025-11-20.

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.