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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Sunderland to Bournemouth
Cheapest price
£110
Average price
£125
Fastest journey
6 h 44 m
Average duration
6 h 58 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
466 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Sunderland to Bournemouth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sunderland to Bournemouth will cost around £125 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £110.
Of the 2 trains that leave Sunderland for Bournemouth 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 466 km distance in an average of 6 h 58 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 44 m .
The slowest trains will take 7 h 11 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 and coach for Sunderland to Bournemouth
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Sunderland to Bournemouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £29. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 55m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £29, and a train costs an average of £94.
Distance: 466 km
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£127 Average Price | £35 Average Price Cheapest |
6h 25m Average total duration Fastest 5h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 15m Average total duration 9h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Sunderland to Bournemouth train times
The table below shows live departures for Sunderland to Bournemouth trains for today, Thursday 6 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04:50 Sunderland | 6h30 | 11:20 Bournemouth | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Sunderland to Bournemouth
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Trains from Sunderland to Bournemouth run on average 3 times per day, taking around 5h 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £94 but you can travel from only £29 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:12, the last at 18:28. The fastest train covers the 466 km distance in 6h 30m.
Distance 466 km |
Average train duration 5h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price £94 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 6h 30m |
First train 04:12 |
Last train 18:28 |
Train companies: Grand Central Trains, LNER from Sunderland to Bournemouth trainsGrand Central Trains, LNER trains will get you between Sunderland and Bournemouth from £29. 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 Bournemouth train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sunderland to Bournemouth 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 Bournemouth, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Sunderland and Bournemouth
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- 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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- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 20:40 Saturday 05:40 - 20:40 Sunday 06:40 - 20:40
- Car Park: Premium
- Taxi: Yes
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step-free category B2 station. Level access to both sides of station from separate entrances. Long and steep ramped subway between platforms - up to 1:8 gradient Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on both platforms. The National key toilets are located on both platforms; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff upon request. A 'National Key Scheme' key [RADAR] can be purchased by contacting the following. Address: 12 City Forum, 250 City Road, London, EC1V 8AF. Tel: 020 7250 3222. Minicom: 020 7250 4119. Fax: 020 7250 0212. Email: [email protected]
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: To Southampton / Brockenhurst: Station entrance on Halfords side. To Poole: Station entrance on Asda side.
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