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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Sunderland station (SUN) to Edinburgh Airport
Cheapest price
£30
Average price
£34
Fastest journey
2 h 41 m
Average duration
2 h 44 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
171 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Sunderland station (SUN) to Edinburgh Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sunderland station (SUN) to Edinburgh Airport will cost around £34 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £30.
Of the 2 trains that leave Sunderland station (SUN) for Edinburgh Airport 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 171 km distance in an average of 2 h 44 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 41 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 46 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 coach and train for Sunderland station (SUN) to Edinburgh Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Sunderland station (SUN) to Edinburgh Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £15, and a train costs an average of £20.
Distance: 171 km
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Live departures
Sunderland station (SUN) to Edinburgh Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Sunderland station (SUN) to Edinburgh Airport 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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| 07:00 Sunderland station (SUN) | 2h46 | 09:46 Edinburgh Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| 07:48 Sunderland station (SUN) | 2h41 | 10:29 Edinburgh Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Sunderland station (SUN) to Edinburgh Airport
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Trains from Sunderland station (SUN) to Edinburgh Airport run on average 15 times per day, taking around 2h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £20 but you can travel from only £15 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 07:00, the last at 08:36. The fastest train covers the 171 km distance in 2h 30m.
Distance 171 km |
Average train duration 2h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price £20 |
Trains per day 15 |
Fastest train 2h 30m |
First train 07:00 |
Last train 08:36 |
Train companies: LNER, TransPennine Express from Sunderland station (SUN) to Edinburgh Airport trainsLNER, TransPennine Express trains will get you between Sunderland station (SUN) and Edinburgh Airport from £15. 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 station (SUN) to Edinburgh Airport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sunderland station (SUN) to Edinburgh Airport 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 Edinburgh Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Sunderland station (SUN) and Edinburgh Airport
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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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