The cheapest and fastest trains from Sunderland to Alnwick
Cheapest price
£19
Average price
£19
Fastest journey
1 h 18 m
Average duration
1 h 18 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
60 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Sunderland to Alnwick is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sunderland to Alnwick will cost around £19 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £19.
Of the 1 trains that leave Sunderland for Alnwick 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 60 km distance in an average of 1 h 18 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 18 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 18 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 for Sunderland to Alnwick
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Sunderland to Alnwick among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 50m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £18, and a train costs an average of £18.
Distance: 60 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£18 Average Price | £18 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 20m Average total duration Fastest 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 1m Average total duration 2h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Sunderland to Alnwick train times
The table below shows live departures for Sunderland to Alnwick trains for tomorrow, Friday 7 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 07:31 Sunderland | 1h18 | 08:49 Alnwick | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Sunderland to Alnwick
Trains from Sunderland to Alnwick run on average 3 times per day, taking around 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £18 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 07:11, the last at 13:32. The fastest train covers the 60 km distance in 1h 0m.
Distance 60 km |
Average train duration 50m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 1h 0m |
First train 07:11 |
Last train 13:32 |
Train companies: Northern Rail (3) from Sunderland to Alnwick trainsNorthern Rail (3) trains will get you between Sunderland and Alnwick from £18. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Sunderland to Alnwick train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sunderland to Alnwick 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 Alnwick, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Sunderland and Alnwick
- 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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