What is the cheapest way to get from Trafford Centre to Sunderland?

The cheapest way to get from Trafford Centre to Sunderland is to bus which costs £16 - £28 and takes 5h 3m.

What is the fastest way to get from Trafford Centre to Sunderland?

The fastest way to get from Trafford Centre to Sunderland is to drive which takes 2h 25m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Trafford Centre and Sunderland?

No, there is no direct bus from Trafford Centre station to Sunderland. However, there are services departing from The Trafford Centre Bus Station and arriving at Sunderland Interchange via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Trafford Centre and Sunderland?

No, there is no direct train from Trafford Centre to Sunderland. However, there are services departing from The Trafford Centre and arriving at Sunderland via Manchester Victoria and Newcastle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 36m.

How far is it from Trafford Centre to Sunderland?

The distance between Trafford Centre and Sunderland is 169 miles. The road distance is 136.2 miles.

How do I travel from Trafford Centre to Sunderland without a car?

The best way to get from Trafford Centre to Sunderland without a car is to train which takes 4h 36m and costs £55 - £110.

How long does it take to get from Trafford Centre to Sunderland?

It takes approximately 4h 36m to get from Trafford Centre to Sunderland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Trafford Centre to Sunderland bus from?

Trafford Centre to Sunderland bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Trafford Centre to Sunderland train from?

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

Train or bus from Trafford Centre to Sunderland?

The best way to get from Trafford Centre to Sunderland is to train which takes 4h 36m and costs £55 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £16 - £28 and takes 5h 3m.

Where does the Trafford Centre to Sunderland bus arrive?

Trafford Centre to Sunderland bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Sunderland Interchange station.

Where does the Trafford Centre to Sunderland train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Trafford Centre to Sunderland?

Yes, the driving distance between Trafford Centre to Sunderland is 136 miles. It takes approximately 2h 25m to drive from Trafford Centre to Sunderland.

Where can I stay near Sunderland?

There are 1978+ hotels available in Sunderland.

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Trafford Centre 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 / ...
4h 36m
£56–107
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Sunderland Interchangebus Uk073
5h 3m
£17–28
Drive 135.4 mi
1. Drive from Trafford Centre to Sunderlandcar 135.4 mi
2h 25m
£33–48
Bus via Manchester Central Coach Station
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Interchangebus 172
5h 20m
£26–62
Train via Middlesbrough
1. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Middlesbroughtrain Manchester Victoria - Redcar Central / ...
2. Take the train from Middlesbrough to Sunderlandtrain Nunthorpe - Newcastle / ...
5h 28m
£60–107

Trafford Centre to Sunderland by tram and train

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Distance: 168 mi
Duration: 4h 36m

What companies run services between Trafford Centre, England and Sunderland, England?

TransPennine Express operates a train from Manchester Victoria to Newcastle hourly. Tickets cost £50–95 and the journey takes 2h 40m. 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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