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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Ipswich to Sunderland
Cheapest price
£95
Average price
£95
Fastest journey
6 h 51 m
Average duration
6 h 51 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
358 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ipswich to Sunderland is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ipswich to Sunderland will cost around £95 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £95.
Of the 1 trains that leave Ipswich 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 358 km distance in an average of 6 h 51 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 51 m .
The slowest trains will take 6 h 51 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, coach and flight for Ipswich to Sunderland
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ipswich to Sunderland among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £72. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £72, and a flight costs an average of £243.
Distance: 358 km
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4h 59m Average total duration 4h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 30m Average total duration 11h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Ipswich to Sunderland train times
The table below shows live departures for Ipswich to Sunderland trains for today, Tuesday 2 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05:00 Ipswich | 4h36 | 09:36 Sunderland | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday 3 December | |||||
| 04:10 Ipswich | 6h51 | 11:01 Sunderland | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Ipswich to Sunderland
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Trains from Ipswich to Sunderland run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £80 but you can travel from only £72 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:10, the last at 18:11. The fastest train covers the 358 km distance in 5h 5m.
Distance 358 km |
Average train duration 4h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price £80 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 5h 5m |
First train 05:10 |
Last train 18:11 |
Train companies: LNER, Abellio Greater Anglia from Ipswich to Sunderland trainsLNER, Abellio Greater Anglia trains will get you between Ipswich and Sunderland from £72. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Ipswich to Sunderland train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ipswich 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.
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Important Stations and Airports in Ipswich and Sunderland
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rental
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:00 - 21:20 Saturday 05:00 - 21:20 Sunday 07:20 - 22:00
- Type of shops available: News agent Passport Photo Booth
- Car Park: Premium Bay
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster
- 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: Toilets including accessible (radar key) toilets are located alongside platform 2
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets,Male toilets
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Close to platform 1
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop at bus stop on station forecourt.
ParkingDiningAccessibility
HotelLost 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
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