How far is Manchester from Sunderland?

Manchester and Sunderland are 105 miles (168 km) apart.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Manchester to Sunderland?

Most of the buses traveling from Manchester to Sunderland leave from Coach Station and arrive at Sunderland Interchange (Park Lane) Bus Stop. These are the most popular pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into your travel plans.

Bus Manchester to Sunderland from $9 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Manchester to Sunderland on November 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:40am	Shudehill	3h 15m	11:55am	Sunderland Interchange (Park Lane) Bus Stop	Cheapest
Bus	8:15pm	Coach Station	3h	11:15pm	SUNDERLAND	Fastest
Bus	7:40am	Coach Station	3h 40m	11:20am	SUNDERLAND	No tags
Bus	11:50am	Shudehill	3h 15m	3:05pm	Sunderland Interchange (Park Lane) Bus Stop	No tags
Bus	7:40am	Coach Station	3h 40m	11:20am	SUNDERLAND	No tags

Next departures for Manchester to Sunderland on November 23
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:40am	Shudehill	3h 15m	11:55am	Sunderland Interchange (Park Lane) Bus Stop	Cheapest
Bus	8:15pm	Coach Station	3h	11:15pm	SUNDERLAND	Fastest
Bus	7:55am	Coach Station	3h 25m	11:20am	SUNDERLAND	No tags
Bus	11:50am	Shudehill	3h 15m	3:05pm	Sunderland Interchange (Park Lane) Bus Stop	No tags
Bus	7:55am	Coach Station	3h 25m	11:20am	SUNDERLAND	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Manchester to Sunderland

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the 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$13 - $79	Average Duration3h 50m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$15 - $15	Average Duration2h 20m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

National Express

4/529,714 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.

August 3, 2025

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

Paul F.

March 14, 2022

Prompt service, good driving and clean vehicle

Ifeanyi O.

July 7, 2025

FlixBus

3.5/511,356 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

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.

December 1, 2024

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

Matty W.

November 29, 2024

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

Tolulope A.

July 19, 2024

Megabus UK

3.5/54,272 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.

January 30, 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.

November 13, 2022

Heat on bus was ridiculous Bus was late

Josh M.

March 26, 2024

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Where are the popular stops in Manchester and Sunderland?

Stops in Manchester

A - Coach Station

B - Manchester Airport

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 traveling from Manchester to Sunderland by bus

How far is Manchester from Sunderland?
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Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11/15

$21

11/16

$28

Today

$16

11/18

$12

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$12

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$12

The cheapest trip from Manchester to Sunderland was searched and found on Nov 22, 2025 with a price of $12

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 $12 to $55 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 $12 which is on 2025-11-22.