🚌 Bus from Manchester City Centre to Sunderland
2 direct routes · about 220 min · first bus 07:00, last bus 00:15 (weekdays).
💷 Single fares on this journey are capped at £3 on participating routes
(England cap, until 31 Dec 2026 — then £2). Details →
Direct routes
| Route | Operator | Journey time | Weekday journeys | First | Last | Board at |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 172 | National Express | ~220 min | 7 | 07:00 | 00:15 | Manchester Central Coach Station |
| UK073 | FlixBus | ~200 min | 3 | 08:40 | 15:50 | Shudehill Interchange (Stand G) |
Times are for the first boarding point in Manchester City Centre on each route's weekday timetable — open the route for the full timetable, live map and every stop.
Frequently asked questions
Which bus goes from Manchester City Centre to Sunderland?
2 routes run directly from Manchester City Centre to Sunderland: the 172 (National Express), the UK073 (FlixBus).
How long does the bus take from Manchester City Centre to Sunderland?
Around 220 minutes on the 172, depending on time of day and traffic.
What time is the first and last bus from Manchester City Centre to Sunderland?
On weekdays the first direct bus (the 172) leaves around 07:00 and the last around 00:15. Check the route timetable for weekends.
How much is the bus from Manchester City Centre to Sunderland?
Most single fares in England are capped at £3 until 31 December 2026, then £2 from 1 January 2027.