Compare prices and tickets Thirsk to Sunderland by train
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Thirsk to Sunderland
Typically, there are 4 trains per day from Thirsk to Sunderland, including 1 direct trains, taking around 1h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £19 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:49, the last at 22:08. The fastest train covers the 75 km distance in 1h 23m.
Distance 75 km |
Average train duration 1h 15m |
Lowest ticket price £19 |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 1h 23m |
First train 5:49 |
Last train 22:08 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Grand Central Trains, Transpennine Express from Thirsk to Sunderland trainsGrand Central Trains, Transpennine Express trains will get you between Thirsk and Sunderland from £19. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Thirsk to Sunderland train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Thirsk to Sunderland 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 Sunderland, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Thirsk and Sunderland
Most Thirsk to Sunderland trains use the Thirsk to Sunderland station pair, with some services arriving at Stadium of Light. Use this guide to compare Thirsk and Sunderland train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Thirsk station do trains to Sunderland leave from?
Getting to Thirsk from Thirsk city centre
Thirsk is 1 km from Thirsk city centre. Public transport options include:
Thirsk train station facilities and services
Thirsk has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Thirsk.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Thirsk.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Thirsk: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Thirsk: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Thirsk: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step free access is available throughout the station, however customers should note that access to all platforms is via a barrow crossing which is reliant upon staff assistance, and cannot be accessed outside of staffed hours. Customers requiring level access should enter the station through the long-stay car park. An intercom is available next to the barrow crossing gates to contact the station staff to inform them of your arrival. This station is partially staffed. The station staffing hours are: Monday to Saturday: 06:15 - 19:45 Sunday: 09:00 - 17:15 This station is Category B2. Station staff can provide assistance throughout the station and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Outside of staffed station hours, assistance to board and alight the train on platform 1 can be provided by the Conductor. The conductor is usually positioned at the rear of the train. Customers requiring assistance to navigate through the station or access to the platforms when the station is unstaffed are requested to contact the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149(18001 prefix for TextRelay) to arrange alternative transport to the closest station where assistance can be provided, 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: No.
Which Sunderland station do trains from Thirsk arrive at?
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.
Getting to Stadium of Light from Sunderland city centre
Stadium of Light is 1 km from Sunderland city centre. Public transport options include:
Stadium of Light train station facilities and services
Stadium of Light has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, WC and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Stadium of Light.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Stadium of Light.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Stadium of Light: WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Stadium of Light: Bike Parking.
St Peters train station facilities and services
St Peters has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, WC, Hotel and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at St Peters.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at St Peters. ATMs are available at St Peters.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at St Peters: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at St Peters: Bike Parking.
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