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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Sunderland station (SUN)
Cheapest price on 09 Oct
£30
Average ticket price on 09 Oct
£71
Fastest journey on 09 Oct
3 h 36 m
Average journey duration on 09 Oct
3 h 36 m
Trains on 09 Oct
19
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 £71 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £30.
To travel from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Sunderland station (SUN) you need to make at least one change.
G15862+
TW03350010:243h45Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)14:09Sunderland station (SUN)£301One-way1 change- W84813 · P00053+
G80237+TW03640012:544h03Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)16:57Sunderland station (SUN)£321One-way3 changes - C24909+
P2872012:243h36Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)16:00Sunderland station (SUN)£421One-way1 change - G15862+P2869810:243h36Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)14:00Sunderland station (SUN)£421One-way1 change
- C24909+TW03040012:243h45Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)16:09Sunderland station (SUN)£421One-way1 change
- C24909+P2872012:243h36Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)16:00Sunderland station (SUN)£421One-way1 change
- C24904+P2871011:243h36Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)15:00Sunderland station (SUN)£511One-way1 change
- G15862+P2869810:243h36Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)14:00Sunderland station (SUN)£421One-way1 change
- G15861+P286909:243h36Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)13:00Sunderland station (SUN)£1171One-way1 change
- C24895+P286798:233h37Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)12:00Sunderland station (SUN)£1171One-way1 change
Journey information
Overview: Train from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Sunderland station (SUN)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Sunderland station (SUN) run on average 14 times per day, taking around 3h 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £28 but you can travel from only £9 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 07:38, the last at 07:38. The fastest train covers the 196 km distance in 3h 38m.
Distance 196 km |
Average train duration 3h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price £28 |
Trains per day 14 |
Fastest train 3h 38m |
First train 7:38 |
Last train 7:38 |
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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 today, Thursday 8 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C24895+P28679 | 8:23 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h37 | 12:00 Sunderland station (SUN) | 1 change | |
| W84790 · P00051+TW041700+G80215 | 8:54 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4h03 | 12:57 Sunderland station (SUN) | 3 changes | |
| G15861+P28690 | 9:24 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h36 | 13:00 Sunderland station (SUN) | 1 change | |
| W84795 · C24495+G80221+TW031900 | 9:54 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4h02 | 13:56 Sunderland station (SUN) | 3 changes | |
| G15862+P28698 | 10:24 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h36 | 14:00 Sunderland station (SUN) | 1 change | |
| W84800 · G16307+TW038700+G80226 | 10:54 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4h03 | 14:57 Sunderland station (SUN) | 3 changes | |
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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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