Sunderland to Manchester train

Cheap train tickets from Sunderland to Manchester

Showing times and prices for Mar 29

Cheapest

52

Average

52

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.

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06:27AMSunderland3h24 09:51AMManchester Victoria
1 transfer
521One-way
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05:39AMSunderland3h12 08:51AMManchester Victoria
1 transfer
521One-way
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05:50AMSunderland3h26 09:16AMManchester Victoria
1 transfer
521One-way
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07:12AMSunderland3h39 10:51AMManchester Victoria
1 transfer
521One-way
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07:56AMSunderland3h20 11:16AMManchester Victoria
1 transfer
521One-way

Train schedule from Sunderland to Manchester

Showing trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, March 29
05:39AMSunderland3h12 08:51AMManchester Victoria
1 transfer
05:50AMSunderland3h26 09:16AMManchester Victoria
1 transfer
06:27AMSunderland3h24 09:51AMManchester Victoria
1 transfer
07:08AMSunderland3h08 10:16AMManchester Victoria
1 transfer
07:12AMSunderland3h39 10:51AMManchester Victoria
1 transfer
07:56AMSunderland3h20 11:16AMManchester Victoria
1 transfer

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Fastest train times from Sunderland to Manchester

Showing times and prices for Mar 29

Fastest Journey

3 h 8 m

Average

3 h 18 m

Trains per day

5

Distance

168 km

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

Fastest
07:08AMSunderland3h08 10:16AMManchester Victoria
1 transfer
521One-way
05:39AMSunderland3h12 08:51AMManchester Victoria
1 transfer
521One-way
07:56AMSunderland3h20 11:16AMManchester Victoria
1 transfer
521One-way
06:27AMSunderland3h24 09:51AMManchester Victoria
1 transfer
521One-way
05:50AMSunderland3h26 09:16AMManchester Victoria
1 transfer
521One-way

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Overview: Train from Sunderland to Manchester

distanceDistance104 miles (167 km)
durationAverage train duration2 h 50 min
priceAverage train ticket price$116 (€101)
frequencyTrain frequency17 a day
changesDirect trainNo
carriersTrain providersLondon North Eastern Railway, Transpennine Express, Northern Rail, Grand Central Trains or Cross Country

Trains from Sunderland to Manchester cover the 104 miles (167 km) long journey taking on average 2 h 50 min with our travel partners like London North Eastern Railway, Transpennine Express, Northern Rail, Grand Central Trains or Cross Country. Normally, there are 17 trains operating per day, including direct services available. You can get the cheapest train tickets for this trip for as low as $115 (€100), but the average price of train tickets is $116 (€101). Travelers depart most frequently from Sunderland and arrive in Manchester Piccadilly.

Train companies: Grand Central Trains, Northern Rail (3) and CrossCountry from Sunderland to Manchester trains

Grand Central Trains, Northern Rail (3) and CrossCountry trains will get you from Sunderland to Manchester from $115 (€100). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

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Find cheap tickets for Grand Central Trains trains to Manchester from Sunderland on Omio. Omio can help you find the best train deals and prices all in one place by showing you the most up-to-date Sunderland to Manchester train schedule from Grand Central Trains, the latest train ticket offers available and other travel information for the 104 miles (167 km) journey from Sunderland to Manchester, including information on baggage allowance and amenities offered onboard depending on the class fare you pick and choose. If you search for trains to Manchester from Sunderland in the Omio app, you can check to see if the Grand Central Trains trains available are mobile tickets, which makes it even more convenient for you to go paperless when traveling. Check the Grand Central Trains train schedule for your ideal departure and arrival times, compare the best route available to get to Manchester from Sunderland and then book a cheap train with ease. Sit back and enjoy your upcoming train to Manchester from Sunderland with Grand Central Trains!

Train information from Sunderland to Manchester with Grand Central Trains:

  • Average Duration: 3 h 19 min
  • Grand Central Trains frequency: 5 a day

CrossCountry is a fast speed train company in the United Kingdom and for your next train between Sunderland and Manchester you can choose between Standard Class and First Class tickets on Omio.

    Northern Trains is one of many publicly owned train operating companies in the United Kingdom. The rail network in the UK has been run by over 20 train companies, but they work together as National Rail with coordinated fares and ticketing. Headquartered in York, Northern operates local and commuter trains across the entire north of England connecting regions of the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire and the Humber coast line. Advance, Off-Peak and Anytime Day tickets can be purchased for Northern train journeys to Manchester from Sunderland. There is only one class option on Northern trains: Standard.

    Train information from Sunderland to Manchester with Northern Rail (3):

    • Average Duration: 2 h 52 min
    • Northern Rail (3) frequency: 11 a day

    Travel Tips: Trains from Sunderland to Manchester

    Travel Tips: Travel by train 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
    Train tickets to Manchester from Sunderland for some dates and times can be found for as cheap as $115 (€100)  one way in the next 7 days.
    If you’re looking to purchase your train tickets in the next week, you can expect the Sunderland to Manchester train price to come in at an average of $116 (€101)  one way.
    You should expect to travel around 104 miles (167 km)  between Sunderland and Manchester by train.
    The Sunderland to Manchester train duration is on average 2 h 50 min, which is to be expected when traveling 104 mile (167 km) between Sunderland and Manchester. However, the time it takes can vary based on specific dates, weekends, and holidays.

    There are a few train stations in Sunderland to start your journey from including Sunderland and Sunderland, Dame Dorothy Street. In Manchester you have a few train station options to choose from for your arrival including Manchester Piccadilly, Manchester Airport and Manchester Victoria.

    Omio customers traveling this route depart most frequently from Sunderland   and arrive in Manchester Piccadilly.

    You can find the most popular departure train station for this journey, Sunderland, located approximately 0.2 miles (319 m) from the city center of Sunderland. The most popular arrival train station in Manchester, called Manchester Piccadilly, is located around 0.6 miles (954 m) away from its city center.

    For the route from Sunderland to Manchester you can take a train with London North Eastern Railway, Transpennine Express, Northern Rail, Grand Central Trains or Cross Country. Be sure to check out all possible train companies that offer services between Sunderland and Manchester on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.
    On average, there are 17 trains a day from Sunderland to Manchester. The train times and services may be different on weekends and holidays compared to weekdays.
    The first Sunderland to Manchester train departs at 5: 39 AM   and the last train from Sunderland to Manchester leaves at 11: 51 PM. Check out the most up-to-date train schedule from Sunderland to Manchester on Omio and find the best time to travel to your destination.
    You can find trains between Sunderland and Manchester to cost on average $116 (€101) one way if you book within the next 7 days. But we recommend buying train tickets in advance to score the best deals and save money on your trip. You’ll see tickets for the Sunderland to Manchester train generally on sale a few months before the planned travel date.

    Important Stations and Airports for this connection

    Sunderland
    Manchester
    Sunderland is the most popular Sunderland railway station for Omio travelers, but it's not the only one. Read all the information you need to know about the main train stations in Sunderland for your trip to Manchester.
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    Public transit options for Sunderland
    Onward travel information: Busline 0871 200 2233
    Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off in Fawcett Street, near to the Travel Centre entrance in Athenaeum Street, outside Wilkinsons.
    Metro: Tyne and Wear metro station close to the station. 0191 203 3333
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