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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Sunderland station (SUN)
Cheapest price
£53
Average price
£56
Fastest journey
4 h 8 m
Average duration
4 h 38 m
Trains per day
2
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 £56 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £53.
Of the 2 trains that leave Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) for Sunderland station (SUN) every day 2 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 4 h 38 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 8 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 8 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 coach and train 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 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £16, and a train costs an average of £36.
Distance: 196 km
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3h 55m Average total duration Fastest 3h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 10m Average total duration 4h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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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, Saturday 22 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07:54 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4h08 | 12:02 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 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £36 but you can travel from only £16 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:54, the last at 18:24. The fastest train covers the 196 km distance in 3h 44m.
Distance 196 km |
Average train duration 3h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price £36 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 3h 44m |
First train 05:54 |
Last train 18:24 |
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)
Wifi
Lockers
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:38
- Sun: 07:15 - 23:05
- Free public Wi-Fi available.
- 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.
- Type of shops available: Various retail establishments including Photo Booths to purchase items whilst in the station
- Car Park: Short stay car park located on Skelhorne Street & Long Stay Car Park located on Lord Nelson Street
- Caffè Nero
- Costa Coffee
- Upper Crust
- Starbucks
- JD Wetherspoon
- Taxi: The station taxi rank is located at Skelhorne Street side of the station. There are two customer help points located for passengers requiring assistance.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis at Liverpool Lime Street station can be provided at the taxi rank. If you require a private accessible taxi please locate a member of the station staff and they will provide you with a local taxi firm company number.
- Full wheelchair access throughout the station, with help points at the Skelhorne Street entrance and at customer information desk in the main concourse.
- Toilets Location: Male and Female toilets located on the station concourse by Lord Nelson street entrance
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National Key (RADAR) toilet is located next to the Male and Female toilets by the Lord Nelson Street entrance. If you do not have a key please locate a member of staff and they will provide you with one.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets
- Pembroke Studios
- Riley’s Rooms
- Holiday Inn Liverpool City Center
- Waiting rooms location: Located on main concourse
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:38
- Sun: 07:15 - 23:05
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Alongside station entrance
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Located in the main concourse.
- Suburban train lines: Wirral Line (green)
- Bus lines: 9, 10, 61, 82, 79, 86C, 500
- Train lines: Northern, West Midlands, TransPennine Express, East Midlands, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales, London Northwestern
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement services depart at the Bus stop on Skelhorne Street, near the Tesco Express. L3 5GA.
ParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelLost 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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