Sunderland to Manchester train

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Cheap train tickets from Sunderland to Manchester

Showing times and prices for Oct 15

Cheapest

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Sunderland to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

Cheapest
Transpennine Express
G37954
08:31AM3h40
Sunderland station (SUN)
12:11PMManchester Victoria (MCV)
$431One-way
1 transfer
Transpennine Express
G37541
08:01AM3h35
Sunderland station (SUN)
11:36AMManchester Victoria (MCV)
$611One-way
1 transfer

Sunderland to Manchester train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, October 15
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfersTickets
Transpennine Express
G37541
08:01AM Sunderland station (SUN)3h35 11:36AM Manchester Victoria (MCV)1 transfer
Transpennine Express
G37954
08:31AM Sunderland station (SUN)3h40 12:11PM Manchester Victoria (MCV)1 transfer

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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Sunderland to Manchester?

The best time to book your train from Sunderland to Manchester is 49 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Sunderland to Manchester route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Sunderland to Manchester per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Sunderland to Manchester.

Fastest train times from Sunderland to Manchester

Showing times and prices for Oct 15

Fastest Journey

3 h 35 m

Average

3 h 37 m

Trains per day

2

Distance

168 km

It's difficult to get from Sunderland to Manchester without transferring at least once.

Fastest
Transpennine Express
G37541
08:01AM3h35
Sunderland station (SUN)
11:36AMManchester Victoria (MCV)
$611One-way
1 transfer
Transpennine Express
G37954
08:31AM3h40
Sunderland station (SUN)
12:11PMManchester Victoria (MCV)
$431One-way
1 transfer

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Overview: Train from Sunderland to Manchester

distanceDistance104 miles (167 km)
durationAverage train duration2 h 58 min
priceAverage train ticket price$74 (€64)
frequencyTrain frequency6 a day
changesDirect trainNo
carriersTrain companiesTransPennine Express, Northern Rail (3), Grand Central Trains or LNER

Trains from Sunderland to Manchester cover the 104 miles (167 km) long route taking on average 2 h 58 min with our travel partners like TransPennine Express, Northern Rail (3), Grand Central Trains or LNER. Normally, there are 6 trains operating per day. While the average ticket price for this trip costs around $74 (€64), you can find the cheapest train ticket for as low as $57 (€49).

Train companies: TransPennine Express, Northern Rail (3) and CrossCountry from Sunderland to Manchester trains

TransPennine Express, Northern Rail (3) and CrossCountry trains will get you between Sunderland and Manchester from $43 (€37). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Transpennine Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from Manchester and Liverpool to Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. It offers a range of services, including express, regional and local trains. Express trains are the fastest, with journey times of up to three hours. Regional trains are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Local trains are the slowest, but offer the most stops. Transpennine Express offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, group and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Transpennine Express are Manchester to Edinburgh, Liverpool to Leeds and Manchester to York. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.

Sunderland to Manchester train information with TransPennine Express:

  • Average Duration: 2 h 57 min
  • Cheapest Price: $43

FAQs: Trains from Sunderland to Manchester

FAQs: Travel by train from Sunderland to Manchester easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Sunderland to Manchester.
FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Sunderland to Manchester can start from as little as $57 (€49) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Sunderland to Manchester is $74 (€64); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The train time between Sunderland and Manchester is on average 2 h 58 min   for the 104 mile (167 km) long journey, but the time it takes to go from Sunderland to Manchester by train can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Sunderland to Manchester leaves at 4: 39 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from Sunderland to Manchester leaves at 8: 29 PM.
There are 6 trains a day from Sunderland to Manchester which require at least one change with TransPennine Express, Northern Rail (3), Grand Central Trains or LNER. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
Take the Sunderland to Manchester train with TransPennine Express, Northern Rail (3), Grand Central Trains or LNER. However, it's always good to check out all possible train companies for the route between Sunderland and Manchester as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 8: 29 PM.
A trip to Manchester from Sunderland is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2 h 58 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Sunderland to Manchester by train is December.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel to Manchester from Sunderland including taking a bus or train.

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