The cheapest and fastest trains from Burnley to Sunderland
Cheapest price
£105
Average price
£105
Fastest journey
3 h 57 m
Average duration
3 h 57 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
135 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Burnley to Sunderland is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Burnley to Sunderland will cost around £105 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £105.
Of the 1 trains that leave Burnley for Sunderland every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 135 km distance in an average of 3 h 57 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 57 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 57 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 Burnley to Sunderland
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Burnley to Sunderland among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £25. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 39m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £25, and a train costs an average of £103.
Distance: 135 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
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£103 Average Price | £26 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 9m Average total duration Fastest 3h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 9m Average total duration 4h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Burnley to Sunderland train times
The table below shows live departures for Burnley to Sunderland trains for today, Friday 7 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 05:22 Burnley | 5h42 | 11:04 Sunderland | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Burnley to Sunderland
Trains from Burnley to Sunderland run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £103 but you can travel from only £25 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:39, the last at 19:39. The fastest train covers the 135 km distance in 3h 35m.
Distance 135 km |
Average train duration 3h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price £103 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 3h 35m |
First train 05:39 |
Last train 19:39 |
Train companies: Northern Rail (3) from Burnley to Sunderland trainsNorthern Rail (3) trains will get you between Burnley and Sunderland from £25. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Burnley to Sunderland train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Burnley 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 Burnley and Sunderland
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:45 - 21:45 Sunday 09:00 - 17:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B station, No access problems for mobility impaired customers as the access to the platforms is via the ramps.
- 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: Cards Only - No Cash Accepted
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: ACCESSIBLE TOILET AVAILABLE DURING TICKET OFFICE HOURS
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: There is a bus stop close to the station. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Entrance to Station Car Park on Halstead St
- 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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