4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Carlisle to Sunderland
Cheapest price
£8
Average price
£9
Fastest journey
2 h 3 m
Average duration
2 h 7 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
99 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Carlisle to Sunderland is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Carlisle to Sunderland will cost around £9 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £8.
Of the 2 trains that leave Carlisle 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 99 km distance in an average of 2 h 7 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 3 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 10 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 Carlisle to Sunderland
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Carlisle to Sunderland among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 55m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £5, and a coach costs an average of £50.
Distance: 99 km
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Coach |
|---|---|
£13 Average Price Cheapest | £52 Average Price |
2h 25m Average total duration Fastest 1h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 23m Average total duration 7h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Carlisle to Sunderland train times
The table below shows live departures for Carlisle to Sunderland trains for today, Sunday 7 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12:54 Carlisle | 1h57 | 14:51 Sunderland | 0 changesdirect | |
| Monday 8 December | |||||
| 04:57 Carlisle | 2h03 | 07:00 Sunderland | 0 changesdirect | |
| 07:50 Carlisle | 2h10 | 10:00 Sunderland | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
Find all the dates and times for this journey
Compare prices and tickets Carlisle to Sunderland by train or coach
Compare train and coach prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
08 Dec
09 Dec
10 Dec
11 Dec
12 Dec
13 Dec
14 Dec
Journey information
Overview: Train from Carlisle to Sunderland
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Carlisle to Sunderland run on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:39, the last at 21:19. The fastest train covers the 99 km distance in 1h 56m.
Distance 99 km |
Average train duration 1h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 1h 56m |
First train 05:39 |
Last train 21:19 |
Train companies: Northern Rail (3) from Carlisle to Sunderland trainsNorthern Rail (3) trains will get you between Carlisle and Sunderland from £5. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Northern Rail (3)
FAQs: Carlisle to Sunderland train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Carlisle 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 Carlisle and Sunderland
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Information Desk
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:00 - 20:00 Saturday 05:00 - 20:00 Sunday 08:30 - 20:00
- Type of shops available: Newsagent
- Car Park: Station Car Park 2
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform Lifts available to platforms via subway. Alternatively there is a ramped footbridge. Staff are available to assist on request.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The National key toilets are located on Platforms 4/6; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 8.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement coach services can be found at the front of the station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelLost 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
Most popular train connections from Carlisle
More options for your journey from Carlisle to Sunderland
Here are some other resources that might have the information you need
Most popular trains to and from Sunderland and Carlisle
Most popular train connections to Sunderland
The Omio App Makes Travel Planning Easy
We’ll get you where you want to go. From live train updates to mobile tickets, our innovative app is the ideal way to plan and keep track of your travel.
