The cheapest and fastest trains from Bath to Sunderland
Cheapest price
£129
Average price
£141
Fastest journey
5 h 58 m
Average duration
6 h 1 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
398 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bath to Sunderland is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bath to Sunderland will cost around £141 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £129.
Of the 2 trains that leave Bath for Sunderland every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 398 km distance in an average of 6 h 1 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 58 m .
The slowest trains will take 6 h 3 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.




Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Bath to Sunderland
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Bath to Sunderland among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £40. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £40, and a train costs an average of £147.
Distance: 398 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach |
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£167 Average Price | £73 Average Price | £40 Average Price Cheapest |
6h 30m Average total duration 6h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 5m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 11h 45m Average total duration 11h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Bath to Sunderland train times
The table below shows live departures for Bath to Sunderland trains for tomorrow, Thursday 27 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 04:35 Bath | 5h58 | 10:33 Sunderland | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 16:45 Bath | 6h03 | 22:48 Sunderland | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bath to Sunderland
Trains from Bath to Sunderland run on average 3 times per day, taking around 6h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £147 but you can travel from only £40 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:39, the last at 18:29. The fastest train covers the 398 km distance in 5h 58m.
Distance 398 km |
Average train duration 6h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price £147 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 5h 58m |
First train 05:39 |
Last train 18:29 |
Train companies: first_great_western from Bath to Sunderland trainsfirst_great_western trains will get you between Bath and Sunderland from £40. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Bath to Sunderland train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bath to Sunderland by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Sunderland, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bath and Sunderland
- Mon - Fri: 05:30 - 20:30
- Free Wi-Fi in the station. Connect to "GWR Free Station Wi-Fi."
- Type of shops available: Flower shop in subway
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Starbucks
- Dashi Bath
- Be At One
- Pumpkin Cafe Shop
- Taxi: Taxi Rank: Taxi rank is available at the station entrance. If you require an accessible taxi please approach a member of staff.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- Ramp access & staff assistance.
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platforms 1 and 2.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Within accessible wc's
- Travelodge Bath Waterside
- The Z Hotel Bath
- The Royal Hotel
- Waiting rooms location: Platforms 1 and 2
- Mon - Fri: 05:30 - 20:30
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: At rear and side of station
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- The information office is located by Platform 1.
- Bus lines: 700, A4
- Train lines: Great Western Main Line, CrossCountry, South Western Railway
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:15 - 18:00 Saturday 06:15 - 18:00 Sunday 08:00 - 17:00
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station, Lifts to all platforms for disabled passengers from the North end of the station. Open for all services.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Located on the North Concourse and accepts cash and cards.
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Onward travel information: Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off in Fawcett Street, near to the Travel Centre entrance in Athenaeum Street, outside Wilkinsons.
- Metro: Tyne and Wear metro station close to the station. 0191 203 3333
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