What is the cheapest way to get from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Sunderland?

The cheapest way to get from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Sunderland is to bus which costs £16 - £65 and takes 4h 20m.

What is the fastest way to get from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Sunderland?

The fastest way to get from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Sunderland is to drive which takes 2h 39m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester Airport (MAN) and Sunderland?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Manchester Airport The Station station and arriving at Interchange. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Manchester Airport (MAN) and Sunderland?

No, there is no direct train from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Sunderland. However, there are services departing from Manchester Airport and arriving at Sunderland via York and Newcastle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 33m.

How far is it from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Sunderland?

The distance between Manchester Airport (MAN) and Sunderland is 171 miles. The road distance is 141.3 miles.

How do I travel from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Sunderland without a car?

The best way to get from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Sunderland without a car is to train via York which takes 3h 33m and costs £55 - £130.

How long does it take to get from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Sunderland?

It takes approximately 3h 33m to get from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Sunderland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manchester Airport (MAN) to Sunderland bus from?

Manchester Airport (MAN) to Sunderland bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Manchester Airport The Station.

Where do I catch the Manchester Airport (MAN) to Sunderland train from?

Manchester Airport (MAN) to Sunderland train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Manchester Airport station.

Train or bus from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Sunderland?

The best way to get from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Sunderland is to train via York which takes 3h 33m and costs £55 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £16 - £65 and takes 4h 20m.

Where does the Manchester Airport (MAN) to Sunderland bus arrive?

Manchester Airport (MAN) to Sunderland bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Interchange station.

Where does the Manchester Airport (MAN) to Sunderland train arrive?

Manchester Airport (MAN) to Sunderland train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at York station.

Can I drive from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Sunderland?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester Airport (MAN) to Sunderland is 141 miles. It takes approximately 2h 39m to drive from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Sunderland.

How do I get a train ticket from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Sunderland?

Book your Manchester Airport (MAN) to Sunderland train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Sunderland?

Book your Manchester Airport (MAN) to Sunderland bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Sunderland?

There are 1971+ hotels available in Sunderland.

Can I share a ride from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Sunderland?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Manchester Airport (MAN) and Sunderland. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

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Train via York
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Yorktrain Manchester Airport - Redcar Central / ...
2. Take the train from York to Newcastletrain London Kings Cross - Edinburgh / ...
3h 33m
£60–122
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester Airport The Station to Interchangebus 172
4h 20m
£16–65
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from Manchester-MAN to Sunderlandrideshare 140.4 mi
2h 39m
Drive 140.4 mi
1. Drive from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Sunderlandcar 140.4 mi
2h 39m
£34–49
Train
1. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Middlesbroughtrain Manchester Airport - Redcar Central / ...
2. Take the train from Middlesbrough to Sunderlandtrain Nunthorpe - Newcastle / ...
4h 13m
£60–104

Manchester Airport (MAN) to Sunderland by train

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Distance: 170.1 mi
Duration: 3h 33m

What companies run services between Manchester Airport (MAN), England and Sunderland, England?

You can take a train from Manchester Airport to Sunderland via York and Newcastle in around 3h 33m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Manchester Airport The Station to Interchange every 3 hours. Tickets cost £27–65 and the journey takes 4h 20m. FlixBus also services this route once daily.

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