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Compare coach and train for Halifax to Sunderland
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Halifax 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 coach which can get you there in 2h 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £21, and a train costs an average of £36.
Distance: 136 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
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£36 Average Price | £23 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 45m Average total duration 3h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 15m Average total duration Fastest 2h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Halifax to Sunderland
Trains from Halifax to Sunderland run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £36 but you can travel from only £21 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:39, the last at 18:38. The fastest train covers the 136 km distance in 3h 15m.
Distance 136 km |
Average train duration 3h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price £36 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 3h 15m |
First train 05:39 |
Last train 18:38 |
FAQs: Halifax to Sunderland train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Halifax 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 Halifax and Sunderland
- Opening hours: Sunday Closed Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 06:30 - 19:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station, Scooter Friendly Station Lift access to platforms
- 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
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are open during station opening hours. The National key toilets are operated by a RADAR key. The nearest public toilets are a 5 minute walk from the station.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: adjacent to booking office
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at bus stops on Horton Street. (200 yards from the Station)
- Metro: WYPTE 0113 245 7676
- 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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