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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Sunderland to Derby
Cheapest price
£140
Average price
£140
Fastest journey
3 h 20 m
Average duration
3 h 20 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
220 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Sunderland to Derby is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sunderland to Derby will cost around £140 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £140.
Of the 1 trains that leave Sunderland for Derby 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 220 km distance in an average of 3 h 20 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 20 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 20 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.
9:313h20Sunderland12:51Derby£1401One-way0 changes
- 9:313h20Sunderland12:51Derby£1401One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Sunderland to Derby
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Sunderland to Derby among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £13, and a train costs an average of £32.
Distance: 220 km
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Live departures
Sunderland to Derby train times
The table below shows live departures for Sunderland to Derby trains for today, Friday 10 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 10:32 Sunderland | 3h34 | 14:06 Derby | 0 changesdirect | |
| 16:12 Sunderland | 3h53 | 20:05 Derby | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Sunderland to Derby
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Trains from Sunderland to Derby run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £32 but you can travel from only £13 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 06:12, the last at 20:17. The fastest train covers the 220 km distance in 2h 55m.
Distance 220 km |
Average train duration 3h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price £32 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 2h 55m |
First train 6:12 |
Last train 20:17 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: CrossCountry from Sunderland to Derby trainsCrossCountry trains will get you between Sunderland and Derby from £13. 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 Derby train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sunderland to Derby 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 Derby, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Sunderland and Derby
Most Sunderland to Derby trains use the Sunderland to Derby station pair. Use this guide to compare Sunderland and Derby train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Sunderland station do trains to Derby leave from?
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.
Which Derby station do trains from Sunderland arrive at?
Getting to Derby from Derby city centre
Derby is 1 km from Derby city centre. Public transport options include:
Derby train station facilities and services
Derby has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Derby.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Derby.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Derby.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Derby: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Derby: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Derby: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A step free station. This station has step free access. There are lifts to all platforms. There is a subway to platforms 2,3,4 and 5. Platforms 6 and 7 are accessed by lift only. This station has tactile paving at the edges of all platforms and at the foot and top of stairwells, 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.
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