Bus from Sunderland to Manchester Airport (MAN)

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Which bus from Sunderland to Manchester Airport is the best?

Check the bus schedule for Sunderland to Manchester Airport. Here is a selection of the cheapest coach trips for the next days from bus operators like National Express or FlixBus. To see the full timetable for all coaches just use or search and compare.

today
£19
tomorrow
£12
Wednesday
£13
Thursday
£17
Friday
£18
Saturday
£19
Sunday
£19

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 5h 55m 15:20 Sunderland Interchange 21:15 Manchester Airport Airport Coach Station  Economy £19
National Express 3h 55m 09:00 Sunderland Interchange 12:55 Manchester Airport Airport Coach Station  Economy £23
National Express 4h 0m 14:35 Sunderland Interchange 18:35 Manchester Airport Airport Coach Station  Economy £23
National Express 3h 55m 18:05 Sunderland Interchange 22:00 Manchester Airport Airport Coach Station  Economy £23
National Express 4h 15m 23:45 Sunderland Interchange 04:00 Manchester Airport Airport Coach Station  Economy £23
  • Did you know that if you travel from Sunderland to Manchester Airport via Leeds, you can save more than £6? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      3h 55m
      0
      18:05
      Sunderland
      Interchange
      20:00
      Leeds
      Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £8
      • Waiting Time 0h 20m
    • National Express
      1h 40m
      0
      20:20
      Leeds
      Bus Station
      22:00
      Manchester Airport
      Airport Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £5
    Travel time is the same as the direct connection, but you will save £6

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 5h 20m 10:55 Sunderland Interchange 16:15 Manchester Airport Airport Coach Station  Economy £12
National Express 5h 55m 15:20 Sunderland Interchange 21:15 Manchester Airport Airport Coach Station  Economy £19
National Express 5h 30m 10:15 Sunderland Interchange 15:45 Manchester Airport Airport Coach Station  Economy £21
National Express 4h 15m 05:45 Sunderland Interchange 10:00 Manchester Airport Airport Coach Station  Economy £23

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 5h 20m 10:55 Sunderland Interchange 16:15 Manchester Airport Airport Coach Station  Economy £13
National Express 5h 55m 15:20 Sunderland Interchange 21:15 Manchester Airport Airport Coach Station  Economy £17
National Express 5h 30m 06:15 Sunderland Interchange 11:45 Manchester Airport Airport Coach Station  Economy £20
National Express 5h 30m 10:15 Sunderland Interchange 15:45 Manchester Airport Airport Coach Station  Economy £20

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 5h 55m 15:20 Sunderland Interchange 21:15 Manchester Airport Airport Coach Station  Economy £17
National Express 5h 30m 10:15 Sunderland Interchange 15:45 Manchester Airport Airport Coach Station  Economy £20
National Express 4h 40m 08:20 Sunderland Interchange 13:00 Manchester Airport Airport Coach Station  Economy £22
National Express 4h 15m 05:45 Sunderland Interchange 10:00 Manchester Airport Airport Coach Station  Economy £23
National Express 3h 55m 09:45 Sunderland Interchange 13:40 Manchester Airport Airport Coach Station  Economy £23
  • Did you know that if you travel from Sunderland to Manchester Airport via Leeds, you can save more than £4? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      3h 55m
      0
      18:05
      Sunderland
      Interchange
      20:00
      Leeds
      Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £8
      • Waiting Time 0h 20m
    • National Express
      1h 40m
      0
      20:20
      Leeds
      Bus Station
      22:00
      Manchester Airport
      Airport Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £5
    Travel time is the same as the direct connection, but you will save £4

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 5h 20m 10:55 Sunderland Interchange 16:15 Manchester Airport Airport Coach Station  Economy £18
National Express 4h 15m 05:45 Sunderland Interchange 10:00 Manchester Airport Airport Coach Station  Economy £23
National Express 3h 55m 09:00 Sunderland Interchange 12:55 Manchester Airport Airport Coach Station  Economy £23
National Express 4h 15m 14:20 Sunderland Interchange 18:35 Manchester Airport Airport Coach Station  Economy £23
  • Did you know that if you travel from Sunderland to Manchester Airport via Leeds, you can save more than £5? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      3h 55m
      0
      18:05
      Sunderland
      Interchange
      20:00
      Leeds
      Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £8
      • Waiting Time 0h 20m
    • National Express
      1h 40m
      0
      20:20
      Leeds
      Bus Station
      22:00
      Manchester Airport
      Airport Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £5
    Travel time is the same as the direct connection, but you will save £5

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 5h 45m 15:30 Sunderland Interchange 21:15 Manchester Airport Airport Coach Station  Economy £19
National Express 3h 55m 06:05 Sunderland Interchange 10:00 Manchester Airport Airport Coach Station  Economy £23
National Express 3h 55m 09:00 Sunderland Interchange 12:55 Manchester Airport Airport Coach Station  Economy £23
National Express 5h 30m 10:15 Sunderland Interchange 15:45 Manchester Airport Airport Coach Station  Economy £23
National Express 4h 0m 14:35 Sunderland Interchange 18:35 Manchester Airport Airport Coach Station  Economy £23
  • Did you know that if you travel from Sunderland to Manchester Airport via Leeds, you can save more than £6? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      3h 55m
      0
      18:05
      Sunderland
      Interchange
      20:00
      Leeds
      Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £8
      • Waiting Time 0h 20m
    • National Express
      1h 40m
      0
      20:20
      Leeds
      Bus Station
      22:00
      Manchester Airport
      Airport Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £5
    Travel time is the same as the direct connection, but you will save £6

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 5h 20m 10:55 Sunderland Interchange 16:15 Manchester Airport Airport Coach Station  Economy £19
National Express 3h 55m 06:05 Sunderland Interchange 10:00 Manchester Airport Airport Coach Station  Economy £23
National Express 3h 55m 09:00 Sunderland Interchange 12:55 Manchester Airport Airport Coach Station  Economy £23
National Express 4h 0m 14:35 Sunderland Interchange 18:35 Manchester Airport Airport Coach Station  Economy £23
  • Did you know that if you travel from Sunderland to Manchester Airport via Leeds, you can save more than £6? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      3h 55m
      0
      18:05
      Sunderland
      Interchange
      20:00
      Leeds
      Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £8
      • Waiting Time 0h 20m
    • National Express
      1h 40m
      0
      20:20
      Leeds
      Bus Station
      22:00
      Manchester Airport
      Airport Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £5
    Travel time is the same as the direct connection, but you will save £6

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Sunderland to Manchester Airport is £12 on 16/12/2025. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.


What is the best day and time to travel by bus between Sunderland and Manchester Airport?

Here is the frequency of all coach connections from Sunderland to Manchester Airport. See on which day of the week you have more travel options and what time you have more bus trips to choose from.
Tuesday is the busiest day, with more than 10 daily coaches from Sunderland to Manchester Airport. Monday has instead the fewest connections, with only 7 daily coaches between Sunderland and Manchester Airport.
The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 30 coaches from Sunderland to Manchester Airport, while Night sees the fewest connections between Sunderland and Manchester Airport, with only 4 offers.

All facts for Sunderland to Manchester Airport (MAN) bus at a glance

Compare all coach operators like National Express and FlixBus that travel daily 9 times by bus from Sunderland to Manchester Airport in one click. Book your Sunderland to Manchester Airport bus ticket starting from £12!

Cheapest Bus £12
Fastest Bus 3h 55m
Earliest Coach 06:15
Latest Coach 23:45
Daily Bus Connections 9 Ø
Distance 181.6 km
Coach Companies National Express and FlixBus

What are the cheapest coach tickets from Sunderland to Manchester Airport?

Every day, 9 buses from 2 coach companies leave Sunderland for Manchester Airport. Check the table below to find the cheapest prices for coach tickets for this route, starting from 15/12/2025 and for the following days. Make sure get the cheapest bus ticket!

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 15/12
£19
Tuesday 16/12
£19
Wednesday 17/12
£17
Thursday 18/12
£17
Friday 19/12
£23
Saturday 20/12
£19
Sunday 21/12
£23
Monday 22/12
£23
Tuesday 23/12
£20
Wednesday 24/12
£20
Thursday 25/12
£23
Friday 26/12
£40
Saturday 27/12
£23
Sunday 28/12
£23
Monday 29/12
£23
Tuesday 30/12
£20
Wednesday 31/12
£20
Thursday 01/01
£23
Friday 02/01
£15
Saturday 03/01
£20
Sunday 04/01
£15
Monday 05/01
£13
Tuesday 06/01
£13
Wednesday 07/01
£13
Thursday 08/01
£13
Friday 09/01
£13
Saturday 10/01
£15
Sunday 11/01

The cheapest time to travel from Sunderland to Manchester Airport

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Sunderland to Manchester Airport, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £12, Tuesday is the cheapest day for a coach from Sunderland to Manchester Airport. Saturday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £15.
Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Sunderland to Manchester Airport, with £12. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £23.

How to save money travelling from Sunderland to Manchester Airport

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying higher prices for your trip? Plan your bus trips smartly. Here are a few hacks to save money on your coach journey.

Book the ticket from Sunderland to Manchester Airport 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 Sunderland to Manchester Airport, 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 coaches from Sunderland to Manchester Airport are also emptier.

Check for bus deals and promotions for all bus companies in this route. On CheckMyBus we show special offers directly in the coach trip on our search. Sign-up and check or deals sections and get notifications on our latest travel hacks.

What are the most popular bus companies from Sunderland to Manchester Airport?

These are the most booked bus companies by our users on the Sunderland to Manchester Airport timetable.

National Express from Sunderland to Manchester Airport

National Express

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

Cheapest Price £17
Fastest Coach 3h 55m
Earliest Coach 06:15
Last Coach 23:45
Daily Connections 8 Ø
Found on 15/12/2025

FlixBus from Sunderland to Manchester Airport

FlixBus

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

Cheapest Price £12
Fastest Coach 5h 20m
Earliest Coach 10:55
Last Coach 10:55
Daily Connections 1 Ø
Found on 13/12/2025
In total 2 operators offer buses for this route. Find all bus timetables for them. Each coach company has a dedicated cancellation policy and possibilities for transport luggage on the bus. Check also special conditions to travel with kids or coach cards with rebates.

All bus stations and stops in Sunderland and Manchester Airport

Here is a map with all coach stations in Sunderland and Manchester Airport. Compare which stop is closest to your destination to save time to find the fastest buses and connections.

Compare the bus with other modes of transport

The bus is often the cheapest mode of transport, while other modes like train or flight are faster. Looking for quicker alternatives to travel from Sunderland to Manchester Airport? Compare all modes of transports from Sunderland to Manchester Airport.

All you need to know when you travel by bus from Sunderland to Manchester Airport

Check all information on comfort and services on the coaches from Sunderland to Manchester Airport. Which seat classes are available or what are the amenities of operators on your coach trip? Below you´ll find answers to your questions.

FAQs for Sunderland to Manchester Airport bus

How much does a Sunderland - Manchester Airport coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest airport transfer for the Sunderland - Manchester Airportroute is available from £12 and takes 5h 20m. Compare offers and save money!

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

The connection Sunderland to Manchester Airport is offered by 2 companies with ticket prices ranging from £12 to £32. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you will get the cheapest ticket price.

How many connections are available for the Sunderland - Manchester Airport route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Sunderland to Manchester Airport is offered by roughly 9 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

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

The quickest transfer from Sunderland to Manchester Airport is provided by National Express and takes 3h 55m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £23. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

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

The earliest bus to Manchester Airport departs from Sunderland at 06:15. In this context, information about departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

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

The latest bus to Manchester Airport departs from Sunderland at 23:45. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies serve the Sunderland - Manchester Airport route?

Passengers looking to travel from Sunderland to Manchester Airport can travel with National Express and FlixBus. Compare all available bus tickets with our search to book the trip that works best for you.

Is there a direct bus between Sunderland and Manchester Airport?

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

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

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

What equipment is available for the Sunderland Manchester Airport 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 travelling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the transfer from Sunderland to Manchester Airport on your planned travel date.

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

Economy
Economy

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

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