How much is the bus ticket from Manchester to Sunderland?

The cheapest coach tickets from Manchester to Sunderland start from £8. The average price for this route is around £21. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Manchester to Sunderland?

The average bus journey time from Manchester to Sunderland is 3h 55m, covering a distance of 112 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 3h and is operated by National Express .

Which bus companies service the Manchester to Sunderland 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 Manchester to Sunderland?

The earliest bus departs from Manchester to Sunderland at 02:10. And the latest bus departs at 23:59.

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

A bus journey from Manchester to Sunderland produces an estimated 5 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Which is the best bus company from Manchester to Sunderland?

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 29779 reviews.

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

Based on Busbud reviews, 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 Manchester to Sunderland?

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 Manchester to Sunderland?

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 Manchester to Sunderland from £5 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Manchester to Sunderland on 3 January
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 4 January
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 5 January
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	07:40	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

Next departures from Manchester to Sunderland on 6 January
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	07:40	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

Next departures from Manchester to Sunderland on 7 January
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 8 January
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	07:40	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

Next departures from Manchester to Sunderland on 9 January
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	07:40	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

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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 20 minutes and with fares starting at just £15, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

2h 20mAverage duration

105 milesDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£8 - £69	Average duration3h 55m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£15 - £15	Average duration2h 20m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Manchester and Sunderland?

Stops in Manchester

A
Manchester Airport
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B
Coach Station
16 Chorlton St, Manchester M1 3HW, UK
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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

Stops in Sunderland

A
Sunderland Interchange (Park Lane) Bus Stop
30 Park Lane, Sunderland SR1, UK
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Compare bus companies

National Express

4/529,818 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.1

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

3.5/511,864 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Based on 11864 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 £8

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

3.5/54,297 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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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Manchester to Sunderland

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

How much is the bus ticket from Manchester to Sunderland?
The cheapest coach tickets from Manchester to Sunderland start from £8. The average price for this route is around £21. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Manchester to Sunderland?
The average bus journey time from Manchester to Sunderland is 3h 55m, covering a distance of 112 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 3h and is operated by National Express.
Which bus companies service the Manchester to Sunderland 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 Manchester to Sunderland?
The earliest bus departs from Manchester to Sunderland at 02:10. And the latest bus departs at 23:59.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Manchester to Sunderland?
A bus journey from Manchester to Sunderland produces an estimated 5 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Manchester to Sunderland?
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 29779 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Manchester to Sunderland?
Based on Busbud reviews, 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 Manchester to Sunderland?
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 Manchester to Sunderland?
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.

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The cheapest trip from Manchester to Sunderland was searched and found on 7 Jan 2026 with a price of £8

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 £8 to £43 for a bus ticket from Manchester to Sunderland based on the last 1 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £8, which is on 2026-01-07.

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.