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Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Sunderland to Manchester from various bus operators like National Express or FlixBus for the next days.
today
from £14
tomorrow
from £17
Sunday
from £18
Monday
from £6
Tuesday
from £10
Wednesday
from £10
Thursday
from £6

Cheapest bus trips today

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    3h 15m
    0
    14:45
    Sunderland
    Interchange
    18:00
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £14
  • National Express
    4h 35m
    0
    16:05
    Sunderland
    Interchange
    20:40
    Manchester
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £20
  • National Express
    3h 25m
    0
    18:05
    Sunderland
    Interchange
    21:30
    Manchester
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £20
  • National Express
    3h 40m
    0
    14:20
    Sunderland
    Interchange
    18:00
    Manchester
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £22
  • Did you know that if you travel from Sunderland to Manchester via Leeds, you can save more than £5? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      3h 15m
      0
      14:45
      Sunderland
      Interchange
      16:45
      Leeds
      Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £5
      • Waiting Time 0h 5m
    • FlixBus
      1h 10m
      0
      16:50
      Leeds
      Bus Station
      18:00
      Manchester
      Shudehill Interchange
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £4
    Travel time is the same as the direct connection, but you will save £5

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    4h 25m
    0
    16:15
    Sunderland
    Interchange
    20:40
    Manchester
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £17
  • National Express
    3h 25m
    0
    14:35
    Sunderland
    Interchange
    18:00
    Manchester
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £18
  • National Express
    3h 25m
    0
    18:05
    Sunderland
    Interchange
    21:30
    Manchester
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £18
  • National Express
    5h 35m
    0
    12:20
    Sunderland
    Interchange
    17:55
    Manchester
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £26
  • National Express
    3h 45m
    0
    23:45
    Sunderland
    Interchange
    03:30
    Manchester
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £26
  • Did you know that if you travel from Sunderland to Manchester via Leeds, you can save more than £8? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      3h 15m
      0
      14:45
      Sunderland
      Interchange
      16:45
      Leeds
      Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £5
      • Waiting Time 0h 5m
    • FlixBus
      1h 10m
      0
      16:50
      Leeds
      Bus Station
      18:00
      Manchester
      Shudehill Interchange
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £4
    Travel Time is 0h 10m shorter, and you will save £8

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    4h 40m
    0
    06:30
    Sunderland
    Interchange
    11:10
    Manchester
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £18
  • National Express
    3h 20m
    0
    09:00
    Sunderland
    Interchange
    12:20
    Manchester
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £22
  • National Express
    3h 45m
    0
    23:45
    Sunderland
    Interchange
    03:30
    Manchester
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £22
  • National Express
    3h 25m
    0
    06:05
    Sunderland
    Interchange
    09:30
    Manchester
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £24
  • National Express
    5h 35m
    0
    12:20
    Sunderland
    Interchange
    17:55
    Manchester
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £26
  • Did you know that if you travel from Sunderland to Manchester via Leeds, you can save more than £9? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      3h 15m
      0
      14:45
      Sunderland
      Interchange
      16:45
      Leeds
      Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £5
      • Waiting Time 0h 5m
    • FlixBus
      1h 10m
      0
      16:50
      Leeds
      Bus Station
      18:00
      Manchester
      Shudehill Interchange
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £4
    Travel Time is 0h 5m shorter, and you will save £9

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    3h 15m
    0
    14:45
    Sunderland
    Interchange
    18:00
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £6
  • National Express
    4h 35m
    0
    16:05
    Sunderland
    Interchange
    20:40
    Manchester
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £12
  • National Express
    3h 25m
    0
    18:05
    Sunderland
    Interchange
    21:30
    Manchester
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £13
  • National Express
    3h 25m
    0
    14:35
    Sunderland
    Interchange
    18:00
    Manchester
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £15

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    3h 25m
    0
    14:35
    Sunderland
    Interchange
    18:00
    Manchester
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £10
  • National Express
    3h 25m
    0
    18:05
    Sunderland
    Interchange
    21:30
    Manchester
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £10
  • National Express
    4h 55m
    0
    06:15
    Sunderland
    Interchange
    11:10
    Manchester
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £12
  • National Express
    3h 20m
    0
    09:45
    Sunderland
    Interchange
    13:05
    Manchester
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £12
  • National Express
    4h 35m
    0
    16:05
    Sunderland
    Interchange
    20:40
    Manchester
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £12
  • Did you know that if you travel from Sunderland to Manchester via Leeds, you can save more than £1? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      3h 15m
      0
      14:45
      Sunderland
      Interchange
      16:45
      Leeds
      Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £5
      • Waiting Time 0h 5m
    • FlixBus
      1h 10m
      0
      16:50
      Leeds
      Bus Station
      18:00
      Manchester
      Shudehill Interchange
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £4
    Travel Time is 0h 5m shorter, and you will save £1

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    3h 25m
    0
    18:05
    Sunderland
    Interchange
    21:30
    Manchester
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £10
  • National Express
    4h 55m
    0
    06:15
    Sunderland
    Interchange
    11:10
    Manchester
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £12
  • National Express
    4h 5m
    0
    08:20
    Sunderland
    Interchange
    12:25
    Manchester
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £12
  • National Express
    3h 20m
    0
    09:45
    Sunderland
    Interchange
    13:05
    Manchester
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £12
  • National Express
    3h 25m
    0
    14:35
    Sunderland
    Interchange
    18:00
    Manchester
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £12
  • Did you know that if you travel from Sunderland to Manchester via Leeds, you can save more than £1? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      3h 15m
      0
      14:45
      Sunderland
      Interchange
      16:45
      Leeds
      Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £5
      • Waiting Time 0h 5m
    • FlixBus
      1h 10m
      0
      16:50
      Leeds
      Bus Station
      18:00
      Manchester
      Shudehill Interchange
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £4
    Travel Time is 0h 5m shorter, and you will save £1

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    3h 15m
    0
    14:45
    Sunderland
    Interchange
    18:00
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £6
  • National Express
    3h 25m
    0
    18:05
    Sunderland
    Interchange
    21:30
    Manchester
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £10
  • National Express
    3h 20m
    0
    09:45
    Sunderland
    Interchange
    13:05
    Manchester
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £12
  • National Express
    3h 25m
    0
    14:35
    Sunderland
    Interchange
    18:00
    Manchester
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £12

Frequency of bus connections between Sunderland and Manchester

See here how frequent the connections between Sunderland and Manchester are, during different times and days of the week.
Thursday is the busiest day, with more than 10 daily coaches from Sunderland to Manchester. Friday has instead the fewest connections, with only 7 daily coaches between Sunderland and Manchester.
The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 23 coaches from Sunderland to Manchester, while Night sees the fewest connections between Sunderland and Manchester, with 4 offers.

Facts about coaches from Sunderland to Manchester

Compare all providers like National Express and FlixBus that travel 8 times every day by bus from Sunderland to Manchester in one click! Book your bus ticket from Sunderland to Manchester starting from £6!

Cheapest Bus £6
Fastest Bus 3h 15m
Earliest Coach 06:15
Latest Coach 23:45
Daily Bus Connections 8 Ø
Distance 168.1 km
Coach Companies National Express and FlixBus

Cheapest coach connections from Sunderland to Manchester

Every day, 8 buses from 2 coach companies leave Sunderland for Manchester: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 22/03/2025 and for the following days.

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 17/03
Tuesday 18/03
Wednesday 19/03
Thursday 20/03
Friday 21/03
£20
Saturday 22/03
£17
Sunday 23/03
£18
Monday 24/03
£12
Tuesday 25/03
£10
Wednesday 26/03
£10
Thursday 27/03
£10
Friday 28/03
£14
Saturday 29/03
£12
Sunday 30/03
£12
Monday 31/03
Tuesday 01/04
£10
Wednesday 02/04
£10
Thursday 03/04
£11
Friday 04/04
£8
Saturday 05/04
£12
Sunday 06/04
£12
Monday 07/04
£12
Tuesday 08/04
Wednesday 09/04
£7
Thursday 10/04
£12
Friday 11/04
£12
Saturday 12/04
£12
Sunday 13/04

The cheapest time to travel from Sunderland to Manchester

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Sunderland to Manchester, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £6, Monday is the cheapest day for a coach from Sunderland to Manchester. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £18.
Afternoon is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Sunderland to Manchester, with £6. Night is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £13.

How to save money travelling from Sunderland to Manchester

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Sunderland to Manchester in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Sunderland to Manchester, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later coaches from Sunderland to Manchester are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Sunderland to Manchester

These are the most booked bus companies between Sunderland to Manchester from our users.

National Express from Sunderland to Manchester

National Express

Here you will find the key facts about the National Express bus route Sunderland to Manchester:

Cheapest Price £10
Fastest Coach 3h 20m
Earliest Coach 06:15
Last Coach 23:45
Daily Connections 8 Ø
Found on 21/03/2025

FlixBus from Sunderland to Manchester

FlixBus

Here you will find the key facts about the FlixBus bus route Sunderland to Manchester:

Cheapest Price £6
Fastest Coach 3h 15m
Earliest Coach 14:45
Last Coach 14:45
Daily Connections 1 Ø
Found on 12/03/2025

All bus stations and stops in Sunderland and Manchester

The map below shows you where to find all the bus stations in Sunderland and Manchester.

Compare the bus with other modes of transport

The bus is often the cheapest mode of transport, while other modes like train or flight are faster. Looking for quicker alternatives to travel from Sunderland to Manchester? Compare all modes of transports from Sunderland to Manchester.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Sunderland to Manchester

Want to know which seat classes are available on the coaches from Sunderland to Manchester? Or which bus companies serve the route Sunderland to Manchester? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Sunderland to Manchester bus

How much does a Sunderland - Manchester coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Sunderland - Manchester bus trip is available from £6 and takes 3h 15m. Compare offers and save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Sunderland to Manchester?

The connection Sunderland to Manchester is offered by 2 companies with ticket prices ranging from £6 to £38. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you will get the cheapest ticket price.

How many connections are available for the Sunderland - Manchester route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Sunderland to Manchester is offered by roughly 8 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Manchester from Sunderland take?

The quickest coach from Sunderland to Manchester is provided by FlixBus and takes 3h 15m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £14. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Sunderland to Manchester?

The earliest bus to Manchester departs from Sunderland at 06:15. In this context, information about departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last coach from Sunderland to Manchester?

The latest bus to Manchester departs from Sunderland at 23:45. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies serve the Sunderland - Manchester route?

Passengers looking to travel from Sunderland to Manchester can travel with National Express and FlixBus. Compare all available bus tickets with our search to book the trip that works best for you.

Is there a direct bus between Sunderland and Manchester?

You can check all the direct connections between Sunderland and Manchester by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: National Express and FlixBus.

What can I take with me on the bus to Manchester from Sunderland?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you are allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the bus for the Sunderland Manchester bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a coach that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Sunderland Manchester bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make travelling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Sunderland to Manchester on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Sunderland to Manchester

Economy
Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

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