The cheapest and fastest trains from Sunderland to Bath
Cheapest price
£78
Average price
£104
Fastest journey
6 h 12 m
Average duration
6 h 27 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
398 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Sunderland to Bath is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sunderland to Bath will cost around £104 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £78.
Of the 2 trains that leave Sunderland for Bath 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 398 km distance in an average of 6 h 27 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 12 m .
The slowest trains will take 6 h 42 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 Sunderland to Bath
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Sunderland to Bath among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £31. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £31, and a train costs an average of £77.
Distance: 398 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£126 Average Price | £69 Average Price | £32 Average Price Cheapest |
6h 37m Average total duration 6h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 5m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 13h 8m Average total duration 12h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Sunderland to Bath train times
The table below shows live departures for Sunderland to Bath trains for tomorrow, Sunday 21 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 07:06 Sunderland | 6h42 | 13:48 Bath | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 07:36 Sunderland | 6h12 | 13:48 Bath | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Sunderland to Bath
Trains from Sunderland to Bath run on average 3 times per day, taking around 6h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £77 but you can travel from only £31 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:16, the last at 17:45. The fastest train covers the 398 km distance in 5h 58m.
Distance 398 km |
Average train duration 6h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price £77 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 5h 58m |
First train 05:16 |
Last train 17:45 |
Train companies: Northern Rail (3) from Sunderland to Bath trainsNorthern Rail (3) trains will get you between Sunderland and Bath from £31. 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 Bath train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sunderland to Bath 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 Bath, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Sunderland and Bath
- 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
- Mon - Fri: 05:30 - 20:30
- Free Wi-Fi in the station. Connect to "GWR Free Station Wi-Fi."
- Type of shops available: Flower shop in subway
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Starbucks
- Dashi Bath
- Be At One
- Pumpkin Cafe Shop
- Taxi: Taxi Rank: Taxi rank is available at the station entrance. If you require an accessible taxi please approach a member of staff.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- Ramp access & staff assistance.
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platforms 1 and 2.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Within accessible wc's
- Travelodge Bath Waterside
- The Z Hotel Bath
- The Royal Hotel
- Waiting rooms location: Platforms 1 and 2
- Mon - Fri: 05:30 - 20:30
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: At rear and side of station
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- The information office is located by Platform 1.
- Bus lines: 700, A4
- Train lines: Great Western Main Line, CrossCountry, South Western Railway
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station
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