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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Bolton to Sunderland
Cheapest price
£44
Average price
£46
Fastest journey
4 h 2 m
Average duration
4 h 18 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
162 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bolton to Sunderland is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bolton to Sunderland will cost around £46 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £44.
Of the 5 trains that leave Bolton for Sunderland every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 162 km distance in an average of 4 h 18 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 2 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 4 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 and coach for Bolton to Sunderland
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Bolton to Sunderland among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 13m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £10, and a train costs an average of £26.
Distance: 162 km
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£43 Average Price | £10 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 43m Average total duration Fastest 3h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 45m Average total duration 3h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Bolton to Sunderland train times
The table below shows live departures for Bolton to Sunderland trains for tomorrow, Sunday 11 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08:19 Bolton | 4h09 | 12:28 Sunderland | 0 changesdirect | |
| 08:44 Bolton | 4h06 | 12:50 Sunderland | 0 changesdirect | |
| 08:48 Bolton | 4h02 | 12:50 Sunderland | 0 changesdirect | |
| 10:44 Bolton | 4h07 | 14:51 Sunderland | 0 changesdirect | |
| 10:58 Bolton | 5h04 | 16:02 Sunderland | 0 changesdirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bolton to Sunderland
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Trains from Bolton to Sunderland run on average 3 times per day, taking around 3h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £26 but you can travel from only £10 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:39, the last at 19:30. The fastest train covers the 162 km distance in 3h 35m.
Distance 162 km |
Average train duration 3h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price £26 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 3h 35m |
First train 05:39 |
Last train 19:30 |
Train companies: TransPennine Express from Bolton to Sunderland trainsTransPennine Express trains will get you between Bolton and Sunderland from £10. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Bolton to Sunderland train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bolton 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 Bolton and Sunderland
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- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:00 - 21:00 Sunday 08:15 - 19:30
- Type of shops available: Newsagent
- Car Park: Parking is not available.
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A Station, this station is scooter friendly, a scooter permit is required for travel, Level access through the ticket barriers to an overpass and via lifts to all platforms. Lifts available from first to last trains
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- 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
- Toilets Location: A key is available from the Station Supervisor and at the News Stand upon request.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: platforms 3 & 4
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Newport Street stop, at stand AA
- Metro: GMPTE 0161 228 7811
ParkingAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday 06:50 - 13:20 Saturday 07:50 - 14:20 Sunday Closed
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B station, To Manchester : Level access from the car park over level crossing and up ramp onto platform. To Blackburn : Level access from the car park, through a 4ft wide gate, up a short ramp (1:9 slope) onto the platform.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible public telephones: The highest operating part of the telephone is 1140 mm above floor level.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stop opposite the Railway Pub.
- Metro: GMPTE 0161 228 7811
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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