4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Sunderland to Manchester Airport
Cheapest price on Sep 19
€5
Average ticket price on Sep 19
€18
Fastest journey on Sep 19
4 h 10 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
5 h 5 m
Buses on Sep 19
3
Distance
181 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Sunderland to Manchester Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sunderland to Manchester Airport will cost around €18 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €5.
On Sat, Sep 19, we found 3 buses from Sunderland to Manchester Airport, including 3 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 19 the direct buses cover the 181 km distance in an average of 5 h 5 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 10 m .
On Sat, Sep 19 the slowest buses will take 5 h 45 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
1:15 PM4h10Sunderland5:25 PMManchester Airport€51One-way0 transfers
3:30 PM5h45Sunderland9:15 PMManchester Airport€211One-way0 transfers- 10:55 AM5h20Sunderland4:15 PMManchester Airport€291One-way0 transfers
- 1:15 PM4h10Sunderland5:25 PMManchester Airport€51One-way0 transfers
- 10:55 AM5h20Sunderland4:15 PMManchester Airport€291One-way0 transfers
- 3:30 PM5h45Sunderland9:15 PMManchester Airport€211One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Sunderland to Manchester Airport
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Sunderland to Manchester Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €27 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 50m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €27, while a flight costs an average of €455.
Distance: 112 miles (181 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€27 Average price Cheapest | €455 Average price | €67 Average price | €42 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 39m Average total duration 4h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 21m Average total duration 2h 21m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 3h 50m Average total duration Fastest 3h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 47m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline |  Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Sunderland to Manchester Airport:
A bus is €40 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Sunderland to Manchester Airport costing on average €67.
A bus is €428 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Sunderland to Manchester Airport costing on average €455.
Other travel options to Manchester Airport take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 20m.
Bus takes on average 4h 9m.
Tickets start at around €27 compared to roughly €42 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €15. The journey takes 4h 9m versus 2h 47m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by National Express, Megabus.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
Sunderland to Manchester Airport Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:05AM | Arrival Time 04:20AM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price €26 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:30AM | Arrival Time 09:50AM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price €30 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:50AM | Arrival Time 11:40AM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €24 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:55AM | Arrival Time 01:25PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price €30 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:15AM | Arrival Time 02:45PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Sun | Cheapest price €16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:55AM | Arrival Time 03:15PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €20 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:15AM | Arrival Time 04:15PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €30 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:55AM | Arrival Time 04:15PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €15 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:15PM | Arrival Time 05:25PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €5 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 05:45PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price €30 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:15PM | Arrival Time 06:25PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price €11 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:20PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €27 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:35PM | Arrival Time 06:35PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €30 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:20PM | Arrival Time 09:50PM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price €28 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 09:15PM | Duration 5h45 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €21 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:05PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price €30 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:45PM | Arrival Time 04:00AM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Mon, Thu | Cheapest price €30 |
Live departures
Sunderland to Manchester Airport bus times
The table below shows live departures for Sunderland to Manchester Airport buses for today, Friday, September 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX172 | 8:55 AM Sunderland, Interchange | 4h30 | 1:25 PM Manchester, Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX133 · NX170 | 10:15 AM Sunderland, Interchange | 6h00 | 4:15 PM Manchester, Airport | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus | 2:15 PM Sunderland, Interchange | 4h10 | 6:25 PM Manchester, Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX426 · NX170 | 3:20 PM Sunderland, Interchange | 6h30 | 9:50 PM Manchester, Airport | 1 transfer | |
| NX172 | 6:05 PM Sunderland, Interchange | 3h55 | 10:00 PM Manchester, Airport | 0 transfersDirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Sunderland to Manchester Airport
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Buses from Sunderland to Manchester Airport run on average 9 times per day, taking around 4h 9m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €5 if you book in advance.
There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 09:55, the last at 13:15. The fastest bus covers the 112 miles (181 km) distance in 3h 50m.
Distance 112 miles (181 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price €5 |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 3h 50m |
First bus 9:55 AM |
Last bus 1:15 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus from Sunderland to Manchester AirportYou can travel by bus between Sunderland to Manchester Airport with National Express, FlixBus for as low as €5. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Sunderland to Manchester Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sunderland to Manchester Airport by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Manchester Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- Megabus
- Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Megabus
- Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
- National Express
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Megabus
- One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Megabus
- Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Sunderland to Manchester Airport
Most Sunderland to Manchester Airport buses use the Sunderland, Interchange to Manchester, Coach Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Sunderland and Manchester Airport bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to Sunderland, Interchange from Sunderland city centre
Sunderland, Interchange bus station facilities and services
Sunderland, Interchange has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Fast food outlets available.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi available in waiting areas. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Sunderland, Interchange.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Sunderland, Interchange: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Sunderland, Interchange: Step-free access throughout.
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