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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Inverness to Sunderland
Cheapest price
£143
Average price
£181
Fastest journey
5 h 28 m
Average duration
5 h 38 m
Trains per day
13
Distance
336 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Inverness to Sunderland is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Inverness to Sunderland will cost around £181 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £143.
To travel from Inverness to Sunderland you need to make at least one change.
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7:555h28Inverness13:23Sunderland£1431One-way1 change
6:385h45Inverness12:23Sunderland£1611One-way2 changes- 9:425h41Inverness15:23Sunderland£1611One-way2 changes
- 5:355h49Inverness11:24Sunderland£1771One-way3 changes
- 14:506h14Inverness21:04Sunderland£1771One-way3 changes
- 7:555h28Inverness13:23Sunderland£1951One-way2 changes
- 7:555h28Inverness13:23Sunderland£1431One-way1 change
- 9:425h41Inverness15:23Sunderland£1611One-way2 changes
- 6:385h45Inverness12:23Sunderland£1611One-way2 changes
- 5:355h49Inverness11:24Sunderland£1771One-way3 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Inverness to Sunderland
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Inverness to Sunderland among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £31. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 6h 14m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £31, and a flight costs an average of £524.
Distance: 336 km
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£80 Average Price | £524 Average Price | £31 Average Price Cheapest |
6h 44m Average total duration Fastest 6h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 15h 10m Average total duration 12h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 9h 0m Average total duration 8h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Inverness to Sunderland train times
The table below shows live departures for Inverness to Sunderland trains for today, Monday 20 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:55 Inverness | 5h28 | 13:23 Sunderland | 2 changes | |
| 7:55 Inverness | 5h28 | 13:23 Sunderland | 1 change | |
| 8:42 Inverness | 6h17 | 14:59 Sunderland | 3 changes | |
| 9:42 Inverness | 5h41 | 15:23 Sunderland | 2 changes | |
| 10:50 Inverness | 6h10 | 17:00 Sunderland | 2 changes | |
| 12:48 Inverness | 6h16 | 19:04 Sunderland | 2 changes | |
| 14:50 Inverness | 6h14 | 21:04 Sunderland | 3 changes | |
| 15:44 Inverness | 6h20 | 22:04 Sunderland | 3 changes | |
| 17:25 Inverness | 13h01 | 6:26 Sunderland | 3 changes | |
 | 20:45 Inverness | 11h14 | 7:59 Sunderland | 2 changes | |
| 4:54 Inverness | 7h05 | 11:59 Sunderland | 2 changes | |
| 5:35 Inverness | 5h49 | 11:24 Sunderland | 3 changes | |
| 6:38 Inverness | 5h45 | 12:23 Sunderland | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Inverness to Sunderland
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Inverness to Sunderland run on average 3 times per day, taking around 6h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £80 but you can travel from only £31 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:50, the last at 17:07. The fastest train covers the 336 km distance in 6h 17m.
Distance 336 km |
Average train duration 6h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price £80 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 6h 17m |
First train 5:50 |
Last train 17:07 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 3 days |
Train companies: Scotrail, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Caledonian Sleeper, ScotRail from Inverness to Sunderland trainsScotrail, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Caledonian Sleeper, ScotRail trains will get you between Inverness and Sunderland from £31. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Inverness to Sunderland train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Inverness 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 Inverness and Sunderland
Most Inverness to Sunderland trains use the Inverness to Sunderland station pair. Use this guide to compare Inverness and Sunderland train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Inverness station do trains to Sunderland leave from?
Getting to Inverness from Inverness city centre
Inverness train station facilities and services
Inverness has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Inverness.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Inverness. ATMs are available at Inverness.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Inverness. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Inverness: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Inverness: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Inverness: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the automatic ticket gates Blue Badge parking bays: 3, 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 toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Sunderland station do trains from Inverness 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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