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The cheapest and fastest trains from Sunderland to Manchester Airport

Showing times and prices for Jul 16

Cheapest price

$59

Average price

$64

Fastest journey

4 h 7 m

Average duration

4 h 12 m

Trains per day

Distance

181 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train 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 $64 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $59.

Fast trains

Of the 3 trains that leave Sunderland for Manchester Airport on Wed, Jul 16, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Wed, Jul 16 the direct trains cover the 181 km distance in an average of 4 h 12 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 7 m .

On Wed, Jul 16 the slowest trains will take 4 h 22 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.

09:01AM4h08

Sunderland

01:09PMManchester Airport

$591One-way

0 transfers

08:38AM4h22

Sunderland

01:00PMManchester Airport

$641One-way

0 transfers

10:02AM4h07

Sunderland

02:09PMManchester Airport

$701One-way

0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Sunderland to Manchester Airport

Omio recommends booking the bus 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 prices starting from €10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €10, and a train costs an average of €36.

Distance: 111 miles (180 km)

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Train	Most popular Bus
€54 Average price	€21 Average price Cheapest
4h 15m Average total duration Fastest 3h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	4h 31m Average total duration 4h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time*
Most popular train company	Most popular bus company
Direct Options	Direct Options

Live departures

Sunderland to Manchester Airport train times

Showing trains for today, Tuesday, July 15

Last updated at 4:38 AM

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
Y01519+C26856	On time 7:38 AM Sunderland station (SUN)	3h31	11:09 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)	1 transfer
TW029000+Y23278+C25945+Y05774	On time 7:48 AM Sunderland station (SUN)	4h12	12:00 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)	3 transfers
TW029000+Y23278+C26850	On time 7:48 AM Sunderland station (SUN)	4h21	12:09 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)	2 transfers
L01412+C25945+Y05774	On time 7:53 AM Sunderland station (SUN)	4h07	12:00 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)	2 transfers
L01412+C26850	On time 7:53 AM Sunderland station (SUN)	4h16	12:09 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)	1 transfer
TW036000+C23760+C25945+Y05774	On time 8:00 AM Sunderland station (SUN)	4h00	12:00 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)	3 transfers
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Journey information

Overview: Train from Sunderland to Manchester Airport

United Kingdom

Trains from Sunderland to Manchester Airport run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $44 (€36) but you can travel from only $13 (€10) by bus.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $13 (€10)

Distance

111 miles (180 km)

Average train duration

3h 45m

Cheapest ticket price

$44 (€36)

Trains per day

Fastest train

3h 31m

First train

05:27

Last train

20:29

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $13 (€10)

Train providers: TransPennine Express, East Coast and Northern Rail (3) from Sunderland to Manchester Airport (MAN) trains

TransPennine Express, East Coast and Northern Rail (3) trains will get you to Manchester Airport (MAN) from Sunderland from $40 (€32). 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.. 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.

TransPennine Express from Sunderland to Manchester Airport (MAN) train information:

Average Duration: 3 h 31 min
Cheapest Price: $40

LNER is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a wide range of services, from high-speed intercity trains to local services. Its most popular routes include London to Edinburgh, London to Leeds, and London to York. LNER offers a variety of train types, including the Azuma, InterCity 225, and HST. The InterCity 225 is a classic train that offers a more traditional experience. The HST is a high-speed train that offers a smooth ride and plenty of legroom. LNER offers a variety of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak. Advance tickets are the cheapest option and must be booked in advance. Anytime tickets are more expensive but can be used at any time. Off-Peak tickets are the most affordable option for travelling during off-peak times.

Northern Trains is a publicly owned train operating company in the United Kingdom, headquartered in York. The company 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. 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. Tickets such as Advance, Off-Peak and Anytime Day are available to purchase for routes with Northern. There is only one class option on Northern trains: Standard.

Sunderland to Manchester Airport (MAN) train information with Northern Rail (3):

Average Duration: 4 h 45 min
Cheapest Price: $86
Northern Rail (3) frequency: 12 a day

Grand Central Trains is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to the North East of England, Yorkshire and the East Midlands. Grand Central Trains offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Standard tickets are the most economical option, while First Class tickets offer more comfort and space. Advance tickets are available for purchase up to 12 weeks in advance and offer the best value for money.

Grand Central Trains from Sunderland to Manchester Airport (MAN) train information:

Average Duration: 3 h 37 min
Cheapest Price: $164
Grand Central Trains frequency: 1 a day

FAQs: Trains from Sunderland to Manchester Airport

FAQs: Travel by train from Sunderland to Manchester Airport 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 Airport.

Cheap train tickets from Sunderland to Manchester Airport (MAN) can start from as little as $34 (€28) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Sunderland to Manchester Airport (MAN) is $64 (€51); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Sunderland to Manchester Airport (MAN) train time is 3 h 31 min covering the 112 mile (180 km) long journey, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Sunderland to Manchester Airport (MAN) leaves at 6: 20 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Sunderland to Manchester Airport (MAN) leaves at 6: 30 PM.

There are 6 trains a day from Sunderland to Manchester Airport (MAN) which require at least one change with TransPennine Express or LNER. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

For the best Sunderland to Manchester Airport (MAN) train to purchase, you can travel safely and comfortably with TransPennine Express or LNER. However, it's always good to check all possible train companies with services from Sunderland to Manchester Airport (MAN) to compare what amenities they may offer.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 6: 30 PM.

A trip to Manchester Airport (MAN) from Sunderland is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3 h 31 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month for a train from Sunderland to Manchester Airport (MAN) is September.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel from Sunderland to Manchester Airport (MAN) including taking a bus or train.