The cheapest and fastest trains from Bristol to Sunderland
Cheapest price
£151
Average price
£182
Fastest journey
5 h 27 m
Average duration
5 h 45 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
392 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bristol to Sunderland is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bristol to Sunderland will cost around £182 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £151.
To travel from Bristol to Sunderland you need to make at least one change.
W34472+
G80226+
Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+
TW0387009:005h57Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)14:57Sunderland station (SUN)£1511One-way3 changes
G01064+
C318489:335h50Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)15:23Sunderland station (SUN)£1551One-way1 change
G01064+
TW0418009:335h48Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)15:21Sunderland station (SUN)£1551One-way1 change
G14897+
G80221+
Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+
TW0319008:005h56Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)13:56Sunderland station (SUN)£1751One-way3 changes
G01062 · G00739+
P286988:335h27Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)14:00Sunderland station (SUN)£2031One-way2 changes
G01062 · G00739+
P286988:335h27Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)14:00Sunderland station (SUN)£2031One-way2 changes
G01062+
C002078:335h44Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)14:17Sunderland station (SUN)£2551One-way1 change
G01064+
TW0418009:335h48Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)15:21Sunderland station (SUN)£1551One-way1 change
G01064+
C318489:335h50Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)15:23Sunderland station (SUN)£1551One-way1 change
G14897+
G80221+
Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+
TW0319008:005h56Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)13:56Sunderland station (SUN)£1751One-way3 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Bristol to Sunderland
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Bristol to Sunderland among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £18. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 2m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £18, and a train costs an average of £55.
Distance: 392 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
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£95 Average Price | £27 Average Price Cheapest | £64 Average Price |
5h 45m Average total duration 5h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 55m Average total duration 8h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 2m Average total duration Fastest 1h 2m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | 1.2 - 2.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Bristol to Sunderland train times
The table below shows live departures for Bristol to Sunderland trains for today, Thursday 16 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G80221+ TW031900+ Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+ G14897 | Delayed 9:30 8:00Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 5h56 | 13:56 Sunderland station (SUN) | 3 changes | |
G01062+ TW034900 | On time 8:33 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 5h46 | 14:19 Sunderland station (SUN) | 1 change | |
G01062 · G00739+ P28698 | On time 8:33 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 5h27 | 14:00 Sunderland station (SUN) | 2 changes | |
G01062+ C31841 | On time 8:33 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 5h50 | 14:23 Sunderland station (SUN) | 1 change | |
G01062+ C00207 | On time 8:33 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 5h44 | 14:17 Sunderland station (SUN) | 1 change | |
G80226+ TW038700+ W34472+ Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross | Delayed 10:30 9:00Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 5h57 | 14:57 Sunderland station (SUN) | 3 changes | |
| Friday 17 July | |||||
G14897+ Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+ G80221+ TW031900 | 8:00 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 5h56 | 13:56 Sunderland station (SUN) | 3 changes | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bristol to Sunderland
Trains from Bristol to Sunderland run on average 6 times per day, taking around 5h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £55 but you can travel from only £18 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:53, the last at 18:47. The fastest train covers the 392 km distance in 5h 36m.
Distance 392 km |
Average train duration 5h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price £55 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 5h 36m |
First train 4:53 |
Last train 18:47 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: CrossCountry from Bristol to Sunderland trainsCrossCountry trains will get you between Bristol and Sunderland from £18. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Bristol to Sunderland train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol 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 Bristol and Sunderland
Most Bristol to Sunderland trains use the Bristol Temple Meads to Sunderland station pair. Use this guide to compare Bristol and Sunderland train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Bristol Temple Meads from Bristol city centre
Bristol Temple Meads train station facilities and services
Bristol Temple Meads has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: The Pasty Shop, Starbucks, Upper Crust, Pumpkin Café, Hart's Bakery
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located near Platform 3.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30, Sun: 06:45 - 21:30. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bristol Temple Meads: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bristol Temple Meads: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bristol Temple Meads: Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators. .
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Express Bristol City Center, DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bristol City Center, Hilton Garden Inn Bristol City Center.
Getting to Redland from Bristol city centre
Redland is 1 km from Bristol city centre. Public transport options include:
Redland train station facilities and services
Redland has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Redland.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Redland: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Redland: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Redland: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free - Category A Station - This station has step free access to the platform. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Montpelier from Bristol city centre
Montpelier is 1 km from Bristol city centre. Public transport options include:
Montpelier train station facilities and services
Montpelier has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Montpelier.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Montpelier: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Montpelier: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Montpelier: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Category A Station - This station has step free access to the platform, Accessible taxis: No, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Sunderland station do trains from Bristol arrive at?
Getting to Sunderland from Sunderland city centre
Sunderland train station facilities and services
Sunderland has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Sunderland.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Sunderland.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Sunderland: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Sunderland: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Sunderland: 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.
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