What is the cheapest way to get from Salford to Sunderland?

The cheapest way to get from Salford to Sunderland is to bus via Salford Shopping Centre which costs £15 - £24 and takes 4h 38m.

What is the fastest way to get from Salford to Sunderland?

The fastest way to get from Salford to Sunderland is to drive which takes 2h 26m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Salford and Sunderland?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Manchester Central Coach Station station and arriving at Interchange. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Salford and Sunderland?

No, there is no direct train from Salford to Sunderland. However, there are services departing from Manchester Victoria and arriving at Sunderland via Newcastle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 6m.

How far is it from Salford to Sunderland?

The distance between Salford and Sunderland is 160 miles. The road distance is 132.2 miles.

How do I travel from Salford to Sunderland without a car?

The best way to get from Salford to Sunderland without a car is to train which takes 3h 6m and costs £45 - £80.

How long does it take to get from Salford to Sunderland?

It takes approximately 3h 6m to get from Salford to Sunderland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Salford to Sunderland bus from?

Salford to Sunderland bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Salford to Sunderland train from?

Salford to Sunderland train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Manchester Victoria station.

Train or bus from Salford to Sunderland?

The best way to get from Salford to Sunderland is to train which takes 3h 6m and costs £45 - £80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £19 - £35 and takes 3h 40m.

Where does the Salford to Sunderland bus arrive?

Salford to Sunderland bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Interchange station.

Where does the Salford to Sunderland train arrive?

Salford to Sunderland train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Newcastle station.

Can I drive from Salford to Sunderland?

Yes, the driving distance between Salford to Sunderland is 132 miles. It takes approximately 2h 26m to drive from Salford to Sunderland.

How do I get a train ticket from Salford to Sunderland?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Salford to Sunderland?

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Where can I stay near Sunderland?

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Salford to Sunderland - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Salford to Sunderland by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Newcastletrain Liverpool Lime Street - Newcastle
3h 6m
£47–78
Bus via Salford Shopping Centre
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Sunderland Interchangebus Uk073
4h 38m
£16–24
Bus
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Interchangebus 172
3h 40m
£19–35
Drive 131.5 mi
1. Drive from Salford to Sunderlandcar 131.5 mi
2h 26m
£33–48
Train via Middlesbrough
1. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Thornabytrain Manchester Airport - Redcar Central / ...
2. Take the train from Thornaby to Sunderlandtrain Nunthorpe - Newcastle / ...
4h 26m
£42–76

Salford to Sunderland by train

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Distance: 158.7 mi
Duration: 3h 6m

What companies run services between Salford, England and Sunderland, England?

TransPennine Express operates a train from Manchester Victoria to Newcastle hourly. Tickets cost £40–75 and the journey takes 2h 23m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Interchange every 3 hours. Tickets cost £19–35 and the journey takes 3h 40m.

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