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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Sunderland station (SUN)
Cheapest price
£29
Average price
£43
Fastest journey
3 h 38 m
Average duration
3 h 46 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
196 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Sunderland station (SUN) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Sunderland station (SUN) will cost around £43 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £29.
Of the 4 trains that leave Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) for Sunderland station (SUN) every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 196 km distance in an average of 3 h 46 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 38 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 3 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.
10:243h45Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)14:09Sunderland station (SUN)£291One-way0 changes- 10:544h03Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)14:57Sunderland station (SUN)£421One-way0 changes
- 18:243h38Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)22:02Sunderland station (SUN)£461One-way0 changes
- 19:243h38Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)23:02Sunderland station (SUN)£551One-way0 changes
- 19:243h38Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)23:02Sunderland station (SUN)£551One-way0 changes
- 18:243h38Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)22:02Sunderland station (SUN)£461One-way0 changes
- 10:243h45Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)14:09Sunderland station (SUN)£291One-way0 changes
- 10:544h03Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)14:57Sunderland station (SUN)£421One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and ferry for Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Sunderland station (SUN)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Sunderland station (SUN) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 36m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £16, and a ferry costs an average of £92.
Distance: 196 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Ferry |
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£44 Average Price | £17 Average Price Cheapest | £92 Average Price |
4h 6m Average total duration Fastest 3h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 23m Average total duration 4h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 45m Average total duration 3h 45m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Sunderland station (SUN) train times
The table below shows live departures for Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Sunderland station (SUN) trains for tomorrow, Monday 24 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 10:24 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h45 | 14:09 Sunderland station (SUN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 10:54 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4h03 | 14:57 Sunderland station (SUN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 18:24 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h38 | 22:02 Sunderland station (SUN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 19:24 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h38 | 23:02 Sunderland station (SUN) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Sunderland station (SUN)
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Trains from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Sunderland station (SUN) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £25 but you can travel from only £16 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 06:24, the last at 11:12. The fastest train covers the 196 km distance in 4h 10m.
Distance 196 km |
Average train duration 3h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price £25 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 4h 10m |
First train 6:24 |
Last train 11:12 |
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Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Train companies: Transpennine Express from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Sunderland station (SUN) trainsTranspennine Express trains will get you between Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) and Sunderland station (SUN) from £16. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Sunderland station (SUN) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Sunderland station (SUN) 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 station (SUN), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) and Sunderland station (SUN)
Most Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Sunderland station (SUN) trains use the Liverpool Lime Street to Sunderland station pair. Use this guide to compare Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) and Sunderland station (SUN) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Liverpool Lime Street from Liverpool city centre
Liverpool Lime Street train station facilities and services
Liverpool Lime Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, Upper Crust, Starbucks, JD Wetherspoon
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are located near Platform 7.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:38, Sun: 07:15 - 23:05. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is the Excess Baggage Co. lockers and staffed luggage storage counter are located in the main concourse near the escalators across from Platform 6. Open daily 08:00 to 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool Lime Street: Full wheelchair access throughout the station, with help points at the Skelhorne Street entrance and at customer information desk in the main concourse.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Pembroke Studios, Riley’s Rooms, Holiday Inn Liverpool City Center.
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.
Most popular train connections from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
Most popular trains to and from Sunderland station (SUN) and Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
Most popular train connections to Sunderland station (SUN)
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