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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Blackburn to Sunderland
Cheapest price
£61
Average price
£78
Fastest journey
3 h 56 m
Average duration
3 h 56 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
147 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Blackburn to Sunderland is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Blackburn to Sunderland will cost around £78 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £61.
To travel from Blackburn to Sunderland you need to make at least 2 changes.
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Blackburn to Sunderland
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Blackburn to Sunderland among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £21. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 17m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £21, and a train costs an average of £34.
Distance: 147 km
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3h 47m Average total duration Fastest 3h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 20m Average total duration 4h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Blackburn to Sunderland train times
The table below shows live departures for Blackburn to Sunderland trains for today, Tuesday 24 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22:42 Blackburn | 9h17 | 07:59 Sunderland | 2 changes | |
| Wednesday 25 February | |||||
| 06:04 Blackburn | 3h57 | 10:01 Sunderland | 3 changes | |
| 06:04 Blackburn | 3h57 | 10:01 Sunderland | 2 changes | |
| 07:04 Blackburn | 3h56 | 11:00 Sunderland | 3 changes | |
| 07:04 Blackburn | 3h56 | 11:00 Sunderland | 2 changes | |
| 08:04 Blackburn | 3h57 | 12:01 Sunderland | 3 changes | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Blackburn to Sunderland
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Trains from Blackburn to Sunderland run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £34 but you can travel from only £21 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:50, the last at 19:30. The fastest train covers the 147 km distance in 3h 41m.
Distance 147 km |
Average train duration 3h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price £34 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 3h 41m |
First train 05:50 |
Last train 19:30 |
Train companies: Northern Rail (3) from Blackburn to Sunderland trainsNorthern Rail (3) trains will get you between Blackburn and Sunderland from £21. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Blackburn to Sunderland train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Blackburn 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 Blackburn and Sunderland
Parking
Dining
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday 06:40 - 18:00 Friday,Saturday 06:40 - 19:00 Sunday 09:10 - 16:40
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A Station, Scooter Friendly Station - Access from station front to subway up 10 metre ramp or 4 steps from which a passenger lift and steep 20 metre ramp gives access to ticket office and platforms 1, 2 and 3 and by separate ramp to platform 4. Lifts available from first to last train.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards Located at the bottom of platform 4
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement pick up/drop off will be in the Vue Cinema Car Park at the rear of the Station
ParkingDiningAccessibility
HotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking- 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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