Bus Manchester Airport (MAN) to Sunderland: Find cheap tickets

Compare all timetables for the shuttles from Manchester Airport to Sunderland

Here is a selection of the cheapest shuttle trips from the schedule from Manchester Airport to Sunderland from various bus operators like National Express or FlixBus for the next days.

today

$20

tomorrow

$15

Sunday

$30

Monday

$17

Tuesday

$15

Wednesday

$17

Thursday

$17

Cheapest bus trips today
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	7h 30m	11:35 AM	Manchester Airport	Airport Bus Station	7:05 PM	Sunderland	Interchange	Economy	$20	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Airport Bus Station, Manchester Airport (United Kingdom) at 12/5/2025 11:35:00 AM to Interchange, Sunderland (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/5/2025 7:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $20 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 30m
National Express	6h 10m	7:35 AM	Manchester Airport	Airport Bus Station	1:45 PM	Sunderland	Interchange	Economy	$26	A Bus from National Express goes from Airport Bus Station, Manchester Airport (United Kingdom) at 12/5/2025 7:35:00 AM to Interchange, Sunderland (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/5/2025 1:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $26 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 10m
National Express	5h 10m	5:35 PM	Manchester Airport	Airport Bus Station	10:45 PM	Sunderland	Interchange	Economy	$26	A Bus from National Express goes from Airport Bus Station, Manchester Airport (United Kingdom) at 12/5/2025 5:35:00 PM to Interchange, Sunderland (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/5/2025 10:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $26 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 10m
National Express	5h 10m	3:50 PM	Manchester Airport	Airport Bus Station	9:00 PM	Sunderland	Interchange	Economy	$30	A Bus from National Express goes from Airport Bus Station, Manchester Airport (United Kingdom) at 12/5/2025 3:50:00 PM to Interchange, Sunderland (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/5/2025 9:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $30 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 10m

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	7h 30m	11:35 AM	Manchester Airport	Airport Bus Station	7:05 PM	Sunderland	Interchange	Economy	$15	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Airport Bus Station, Manchester Airport (United Kingdom) at 12/6/2025 11:35:00 AM to Interchange, Sunderland (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/6/2025 7:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $15 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 30m
National Express	5h 50m	7:50 AM	Manchester Airport	Airport Bus Station	1:40 PM	Sunderland	Interchange	Economy	$28	A Bus from National Express goes from Airport Bus Station, Manchester Airport (United Kingdom) at 12/6/2025 7:50:00 AM to Interchange, Sunderland (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/6/2025 1:40:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $28 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 50m
National Express	4h 0m	7:20 AM	Manchester Airport	Airport Bus Station	11:20 AM	Sunderland	Interchange	Economy	$31	A Bus from National Express goes from Airport Bus Station, Manchester Airport (United Kingdom) at 12/6/2025 7:20:00 AM to Interchange, Sunderland (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/6/2025 11:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $31 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 0m
National Express	3h 55m	11:05 AM	Manchester Airport	Airport Bus Station	3:00 PM	Sunderland	Interchange	Economy	$31	A Bus from National Express goes from Airport Bus Station, Manchester Airport (United Kingdom) at 12/6/2025 11:05:00 AM to Interchange, Sunderland (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/6/2025 3:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $31 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 55m

Cheapest bus trips Sunday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	5h 50m	7:50 AM	Manchester Airport	Airport Bus Station	1:40 PM	Sunderland	Interchange	Economy	$30	A Bus from National Express goes from Airport Bus Station, Manchester Airport (United Kingdom) at 12/7/2025 7:50:00 AM to Interchange, Sunderland (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/7/2025 1:40:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $30 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 50m
National Express	4h 0m	7:20 AM	Manchester Airport	Airport Bus Station	11:20 AM	Sunderland	Interchange	Economy	$31	A Bus from National Express goes from Airport Bus Station, Manchester Airport (United Kingdom) at 12/7/2025 7:20:00 AM to Interchange, Sunderland (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/7/2025 11:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $31 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 0m
National Express	3h 55m	11:05 AM	Manchester Airport	Airport Bus Station	3:00 PM	Sunderland	Interchange	Economy	$31	A Bus from National Express goes from Airport Bus Station, Manchester Airport (United Kingdom) at 12/7/2025 11:05:00 AM to Interchange, Sunderland (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/7/2025 3:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $31 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 55m
National Express	3h 55m	2:20 PM	Manchester Airport	Airport Bus Station	6:15 PM	Sunderland	Interchange	Economy	$31	A Bus from National Express goes from Airport Bus Station, Manchester Airport (United Kingdom) at 12/7/2025 2:20:00 PM to Interchange, Sunderland (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/7/2025 6:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $31 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 55m
National Express	3h 35m	7:40 PM	Manchester Airport	Airport Bus Station	11:15 PM	Sunderland	Interchange	Economy	$31	A Bus from National Express goes from Airport Bus Station, Manchester Airport (United Kingdom) at 12/7/2025 7:40:00 PM to Interchange, Sunderland (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/7/2025 11:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $31 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 35m

Cheapest bus trips Monday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	7h 30m	11:35 AM	Manchester Airport	Airport Bus Station	7:05 PM	Sunderland	Interchange	Economy	$17	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Airport Bus Station, Manchester Airport (United Kingdom) at 12/8/2025 11:35:00 AM to Interchange, Sunderland (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/8/2025 7:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $17 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 30m
National Express	5h 10m	5:35 PM	Manchester Airport	Airport Bus Station	10:45 PM	Sunderland	Interchange	Economy	$25	A Bus from National Express goes from Airport Bus Station, Manchester Airport (United Kingdom) at 12/8/2025 5:35:00 PM to Interchange, Sunderland (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/8/2025 10:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $25 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 10m
National Express	6h 5m	7:35 AM	Manchester Airport	Airport Bus Station	1:40 PM	Sunderland	Interchange	Economy	$26	A Bus from National Express goes from Airport Bus Station, Manchester Airport (United Kingdom) at 12/8/2025 7:35:00 AM to Interchange, Sunderland (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/8/2025 1:40:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $26 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 5m
National Express	4h 25m	12:05 PM	Manchester Airport	Airport Bus Station	4:30 PM	Sunderland	Interchange	Economy	$28	A Bus from National Express goes from Airport Bus Station, Manchester Airport (United Kingdom) at 12/8/2025 12:05:00 PM to Interchange, Sunderland (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/8/2025 4:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $28 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 25m

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	7h 30m	11:35 AM	Manchester Airport	Airport Bus Station	7:05 PM	Sunderland	Interchange	Economy	$15	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Airport Bus Station, Manchester Airport (United Kingdom) at 12/9/2025 11:35:00 AM to Interchange, Sunderland (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/9/2025 7:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $15 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 30m
National Express	4h 25m	12:05 PM	Manchester Airport	Airport Bus Station	4:30 PM	Sunderland	Interchange	Economy	$23	A Bus from National Express goes from Airport Bus Station, Manchester Airport (United Kingdom) at 12/9/2025 12:05:00 PM to Interchange, Sunderland (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/9/2025 4:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $23 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 25m
National Express	5h 10m	5:35 PM	Manchester Airport	Airport Bus Station	10:45 PM	Sunderland	Interchange	Economy	$24	A Bus from National Express goes from Airport Bus Station, Manchester Airport (United Kingdom) at 12/9/2025 5:35:00 PM to Interchange, Sunderland (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/9/2025 10:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $24 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 10m
National Express	6h 5m	7:35 AM	Manchester Airport	Airport Bus Station	1:40 PM	Sunderland	Interchange	Economy	$26	A Bus from National Express goes from Airport Bus Station, Manchester Airport (United Kingdom) at 12/9/2025 7:35:00 AM to Interchange, Sunderland (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/9/2025 1:40:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $26 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 5m

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	7h 30m	11:35 AM	Manchester Airport	Airport Bus Station	7:05 PM	Sunderland	Interchange	Economy	$17	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Airport Bus Station, Manchester Airport (United Kingdom) at 12/10/2025 11:35:00 AM to Interchange, Sunderland (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/10/2025 7:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $17 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 30m
National Express	6h 5m	7:35 AM	Manchester Airport	Airport Bus Station	1:40 PM	Sunderland	Interchange	Economy	$19	A Bus from National Express goes from Airport Bus Station, Manchester Airport (United Kingdom) at 12/10/2025 7:35:00 AM to Interchange, Sunderland (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/10/2025 1:40:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $19 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 5m
National Express	4h 25m	12:05 PM	Manchester Airport	Airport Bus Station	4:30 PM	Sunderland	Interchange	Economy	$23	A Bus from National Express goes from Airport Bus Station, Manchester Airport (United Kingdom) at 12/10/2025 12:05:00 PM to Interchange, Sunderland (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/10/2025 4:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $23 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 25m
National Express	5h 10m	5:35 PM	Manchester Airport	Airport Bus Station	10:45 PM	Sunderland	Interchange	Economy	$25	A Bus from National Express goes from Airport Bus Station, Manchester Airport (United Kingdom) at 12/10/2025 5:35:00 PM to Interchange, Sunderland (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/10/2025 10:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $25 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 10m

Cheapest bus trips Thursday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	7h 30m	11:35 AM	Manchester Airport	Airport Bus Station	7:05 PM	Sunderland	Interchange	Economy	$17	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Airport Bus Station, Manchester Airport (United Kingdom) at 12/11/2025 11:35:00 AM to Interchange, Sunderland (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/11/2025 7:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $17 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 30m
National Express	6h 5m	7:35 AM	Manchester Airport	Airport Bus Station	1:40 PM	Sunderland	Interchange	Economy	$20	A Bus from National Express goes from Airport Bus Station, Manchester Airport (United Kingdom) at 12/11/2025 7:35:00 AM to Interchange, Sunderland (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/11/2025 1:40:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $20 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 5m
National Express	5h 10m	5:35 PM	Manchester Airport	Airport Bus Station	10:45 PM	Sunderland	Interchange	Economy	$23	A Bus from National Express goes from Airport Bus Station, Manchester Airport (United Kingdom) at 12/11/2025 5:35:00 PM to Interchange, Sunderland (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/11/2025 10:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $23 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 10m
National Express	4h 25m	12:05 PM	Manchester Airport	Airport Bus Station	4:30 PM	Sunderland	Interchange	Economy	$27	A Bus from National Express goes from Airport Bus Station, Manchester Airport (United Kingdom) at 12/11/2025 12:05:00 PM to Interchange, Sunderland (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/11/2025 4:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $27 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 25m

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Manchester Airport to Sunderland is $15 on 12/6/2025. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between Manchester Airport and Sunderland

See here how frequent the connections between Manchester Airport and Sunderland are, during different times and days of the week.

Friday is the busiest day, with more than 11 daily buses from Manchester Airport to Sunderland. Sunday has instead the fewest connections, with only 9 daily coaches between Manchester Airport and Sunderland.

The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 27 buses from Manchester Airport to Sunderland, while Evening sees the fewest connections between Manchester Airport and Sunderland, with 13 offers.

Facts about the bus from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Sunderland

Compare all providers like National Express and FlixBus that travel 9 times every day by bus from Manchester Airport to Sunderland in one click! Book your bus ticket from Manchester Airport to Sunderland starting from $15!

Cheapest Bus	$15
Fastest Bus	3h 35m
Earliest Bus	7:00 AM
Latest Bus	11:25 PM
Daily Bus Routes	9 Ø
Distance	112.9 miles
Bus Companies	National Express and FlixBus

Cheapest bus connections from Manchester Airport to Sunderland

Every day, 9 buses from 2 bus companies leave Manchester Airport for Sunderland: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 12/05/2025 and for the following days.

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday 11/30

Monday 12/01

Tuesday 12/02

Wednesday 12/03

Thursday 12/04

Friday 12/05

$26

Saturday 12/06

$28

Sunday 12/07

$30

Monday 12/08

$25

Tuesday 12/09

$23

Wednesday 12/10

$19

Thursday 12/11

$20

Friday 12/12

$20

Saturday 12/13

$20

Sunday 12/14

$26

Monday 12/15

$20

Tuesday 12/16

$19

Wednesday 12/17

$20

Thursday 12/18

$20

Friday 12/19

$30

Saturday 12/20

$31

Sunday 12/21

$30

Monday 12/22

$31

Tuesday 12/23

$26

Wednesday 12/24

$26

Thursday 12/25

$86

Friday 12/26

$54

Saturday 12/27

The cheapest time to travel from Manchester Airport to Sunderland

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Manchester Airport to Sunderland, for the next 30 days.

With a price starting from $15, Tuesday is the cheapest day for a bus from Manchester Airport to Sunderland. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $26.

Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Manchester Airport to Sunderland, with $15. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $30.

How to save money travelling from Manchester Airport to Sunderland

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Manchester Airport to Sunderland in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Manchester Airport to Sunderland, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later buses from Manchester Airport to Sunderland are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Manchester Airport to Sunderland

These are the most booked bus companies between Manchester Airport to Sunderland from our users.

National Express from Manchester Airport to Sunderland

Here you will find the key facts about the National Express bus route Manchester Airport to Sunderland:

Cheapest Price	$19
Fastest Bus	3h 35m
Earliest Bus	7:00 AM
Last Bus	11:25 PM
Daily Connections	8 Ø
Found on	12/4/2025

FlixBus from Manchester Airport to Sunderland

Here you will find the key facts about the FlixBus bus route Manchester Airport to Sunderland:

Cheapest Price	$15
Fastest Bus	7h 30m
Earliest Bus	11:35 AM
Last Bus	11:35 AM
Daily Connections	1 Ø
Found on	12/3/2025

All bus stations and stops in Manchester Airport and Sunderland

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Manchester Airport and Sunderland.

Airport Bus Station

Terminal Rd S 5

Interchange

City Centre

Fawcett Street

Stadium of Light

Stadium Way

Seaburn Station

St Peters Station

Service and Comfort on the bus from Manchester Airport to Sunderland

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Manchester Airport to Sunderland? Or which bus companies serve the route Manchester Airport to Sunderland? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Manchester Airport to Sunderland bus

How much does a Manchester Airport Sunderland bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $15 and takes 7h 30m to reach Sunderland. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Manchester Airport to Sunderland?

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $15 and $40. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Sunderland.

On average, how many connections are available from Manchester Airport to Sunderland each day?

Every day, the Manchester Airport to Sunderland bus route is served by approximately 9 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Manchester Airport to Sunderland take?

The fastest shuttle from Manchester Airport to Sunderland is offered by National Express and takes 3h 35m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $31. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first shuttle from Manchester Airport to Sunderland?

The earliest bus arriving in Sunderland from Manchester Airport starts at 7:00 AM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last shuttle from Manchester Airport to Sunderland?

The latest bus trip departing from Manchester Airport for Sunderland starts at 11:25 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Manchester Airport Sunderland route?

When traveling by shuttle from Manchester Airport to Sunderland, passengers can travel with National Express and FlixBus. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester Airport and Sunderland?

You can check all the direct connections between Manchester Airport and Sunderland by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: National Express and FlixBus.

What can I take with me on the Manchester Airport to Sunderland bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the Manchester Airport Sunderland bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a shuttle that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Manchester Airport Sunderland bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the shuttle from Manchester Airport to Sunderland on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Manchester Airport to Sunderland

Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

More bus routes to Manchester Airport and to Sunderland

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Manchester Airport and to Sunderland. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!