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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Halifax to Sunderland
Cheapest price
£28
Average price
£28
Fastest journey
3 h 6 m
Average duration
3 h 6 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
136 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Halifax to Sunderland is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Halifax to Sunderland will cost around £28 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £28.
Of the 1 trains that leave Halifax 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 136 km distance in an average of 3 h 6 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 6 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 6 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.
7:153h06Halifax10:21Sunderland£281One-way0 changes
- 7:153h06Halifax10:21Sunderland£281One-way0 changes
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Halifax to Sunderland
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Trains from Halifax to Sunderland run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £28 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:46, the last at 20:17. The fastest train covers the 136 km distance in 3h 6m.
Distance 136 km |
Average train duration 3h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price £28 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 3h 6m |
First train 5:46 |
Last train 20:17 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 7 days |
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
Most Halifax to Sunderland trains use the Halifax to Sunderland station pair. Use this guide to compare Halifax and Sunderland train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Halifax station do trains to Sunderland leave from?
Getting to Halifax from Halifax city centre
Halifax train station facilities and services
Halifax has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Halifax.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Halifax.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Halifax: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Halifax: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Halifax: 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.
Which Sunderland station do trains from Halifax 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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