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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Sunderland to Coventry
Cheapest price
£168
Average price
£168
Fastest journey
6 h 2 m
Average duration
6 h 12 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
278 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Sunderland to Coventry is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sunderland to Coventry will cost around £168 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £168.
To travel from Sunderland to Coventry you need to make at least 2 changes.
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Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Sunderland to Coventry
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Sunderland to Coventry among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £35. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 22m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £35, and a train costs an average of £131.
Distance: 278 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
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£169 Average Price | £44 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 52m Average total duration Fastest 4h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 36m Average total duration 7h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Sunderland to Coventry train times
The table below shows live departures for Sunderland to Coventry trains for tomorrow, Sunday 7 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TW016800+C26364+C23572 | On time 08:06 Sunderland station (SUN) | 6h17 | 14:23 Coventry station (COV) | 2 changes | |
| TW018900+C23767+P00467 | On time 08:36 Sunderland station (SUN) | 6h02 | 14:38 Coventry station (COV) | 2 changes | |
| TW021500+C26361+C23573 | On time 09:06 Sunderland station (SUN) | 6h17 | 15:23 Coventry station (COV) | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Sunderland to Coventry
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Trains from Sunderland to Coventry run on average 2 times per day, taking around 4h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £131 but you can travel from only £35 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:25, the last at 20:56. The fastest train covers the 278 km distance in 4h 20m.
Distance 278 km |
Average train duration 4h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price £131 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 4h 20m |
First train 05:25 |
Last train 20:56 |
Train companies: CrossCountry from Sunderland to Coventry trainsCrossCountry trains will get you between Sunderland and Coventry from £35. 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 Coventry train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sunderland to Coventry 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 Coventry, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Sunderland and Coventry
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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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Information Desk- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:15 - 21:30 Saturday 05:30 - 20:45 Sunday 07:30 - 21:30
- Car Park: Warwick Road (Car Park 3)
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: Toilets are located on Platforms 1 and 2/3
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Yes , Located on platform 1 , these toilets are operated with a radar key
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Cycle Hub off main concourse 144 spaces 59 cycle hoops at the end of platform 1 , 2x spaces per hoop = 118 spaces
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement coach services can be found at the front of the station.
ParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelBike ParkingInformation Desk
- Car Park: Car parking is available in the adjacent Coventry Building Society Arena car parks A & B
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Bicycle storage is available on both platforms.
- Storage CCTV: No
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement buses will pick up / drop off from Stand AD at the Arena Retail Park Bus Station
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