What is the cheapest way to get from Manchester Piccadilly Station to Sunderland?

The cheapest way to get from Manchester Piccadilly Station to Sunderland is to bus via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange which costs £15 - £26 and takes 3h 29m.

What is the fastest way to get from Manchester Piccadilly Station to Sunderland?

The fastest way to get from Manchester Piccadilly Station to Sunderland is to drive which takes 2h 28m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester Piccadilly Station and Sunderland?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and arriving at Sunderland Interchange. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Manchester Piccadilly Station and Sunderland?

No, there is no direct train from Manchester Piccadilly Station to Sunderland. However, there are services departing from Manchester Piccadilly and arriving at Sunderland via York and Newcastle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 20m.

How far is it from Manchester Piccadilly Station to Sunderland?

The distance between Manchester Piccadilly Station and Sunderland is 158 miles. The road distance is 131.3 miles.

Where do I catch the Manchester Piccadilly Station to Sunderland bus from?

Manchester Piccadilly Station to Sunderland bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Manchester Piccadilly Station to Sunderland train from?

Manchester Piccadilly Station to Sunderland train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.

Train or bus from Manchester Piccadilly Station to Sunderland?

The best way to get from Manchester Piccadilly Station to Sunderland is to train via York which takes 3h 20m and costs £55 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange, which costs £15 - £26 and takes 3h 29m.

Where does the Manchester Piccadilly Station to Sunderland bus arrive?

Manchester Piccadilly Station to Sunderland bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Sunderland Interchange station.

Where does the Manchester Piccadilly Station to Sunderland train arrive?

Manchester Piccadilly Station to Sunderland train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at York station.

Can I drive from Manchester Piccadilly Station to Sunderland?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester Piccadilly Station to Sunderland is 131 miles. It takes approximately 2h 28m to drive from Manchester Piccadilly Station to Sunderland.

How do I get a train ticket from Manchester Piccadilly Station to Sunderland?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Manchester Piccadilly Station to Sunderland?

Book your Manchester Piccadilly Station to Sunderland bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

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Manchester Piccadilly Station to Sunderland - 5 ways to travel via train

Q: How long does it take to get from Manchester Piccadilly Station to Sunderland?

It takes approximately 3h 20m to get from Manchester Piccadilly Station to Sunderland, including transfers.

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There are 5 ways to get from Manchester Piccadilly Station to Sunderland by train, bus, or car

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Train via York
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Yorktrain Manchester Piccadilly - York / ...
2. Take the train from York to Newcastletrain London Kings Cross - Edinburgh / ...
3h 20m
£55–114
Bus via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Sunderland Interchangebus Uk073
3h 29m
£15–26
Drive 130.5 mi
1. Drive from Manchester Piccadilly Station to Sunderlandcar 130.5 mi
2h 28m
£32–46
Bus
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Interchangebus 172
3h 46m
£25–60
Train
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Middlesbroughtrain Manchester Airport - Redcar Central / ...
2. Take the train from Middlesbrough to Sunderlandtrain Nunthorpe - Newcastle / ...
3h 59m
£56–98

Manchester Piccadilly Station to Sunderland by train

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Distance: 157.5 mi
Duration: 3h 20m

What companies run services between Manchester Piccadilly Station, England and Sunderland, England?

You can take a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Sunderland via York and Newcastle in around 3h 20m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Sunderland Interchange 3 times a day. Tickets cost £15–26 and the journey takes 3h 15m.

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