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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Wolverhampton to Sunderland
Cheapest price
£68
Average price
£94
Fastest journey
4 h 9 m
Average duration
4 h 47 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
262 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Wolverhampton to Sunderland is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Wolverhampton to Sunderland will cost around £94 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £68.
Of the 3 trains that leave Wolverhampton for Sunderland every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 262 km distance in an average of 4 h 47 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 9 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 9 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 Wolverhampton to Sunderland
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Wolverhampton to Sunderland among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £22. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 11m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £22, and a train costs an average of £54.
Distance: 262 km
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4h 41m Average total duration Fastest 4h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 16m Average total duration 5h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Wolverhampton to Sunderland train times
The table below shows live departures for Wolverhampton to Sunderland trains for tomorrow, Thursday 4 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 04:56 Wolverhampton | 5h04 | 10:00 Sunderland | 0 changesdirect | |
| 07:48 Wolverhampton | 5h09 | 12:57 Sunderland | 0 changesdirect | |
| 08:48 Wolverhampton | 4h09 | 12:57 Sunderland | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Wolverhampton to Sunderland
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Trains from Wolverhampton to Sunderland run on average 3 times per day, taking around 4h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £54 but you can travel from only £22 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:12, the last at 22:02. The fastest train covers the 262 km distance in 4h 9m.
Distance 262 km |
Average train duration 4h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price £54 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 4h 9m |
First train 05:12 |
Last train 22:02 |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Cross Country, Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales from Wolverhampton to Sunderland trainsCrossCountry, Cross Country, Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales trains will get you between Wolverhampton and Sunderland from £22. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Wolverhampton to Sunderland train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Wolverhampton 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.
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Important Stations and Airports in Wolverhampton and Sunderland
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Information Desk
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 24 Hours a Day Saturday 24 Hours a Day Sunday 06:15 - 23:59
- Car Park: Multi storey
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible ticket machines: There are no 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: The National key toilets are located on Platforms 1 and 4; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Cycle facilities are currently located at the front of the station adjacent to the multi-storey car park whilst redevelopment works are carried out at the station.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Due to construction works taking place at Wolverhampton station, rail replacement buses are unable to use the short stay car park at the front of the station. For the foreseeable future rail replacement buses will pick up and drop off at bus stop AH on Lichfield Street (by the Moon Under Water public house).
ParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking- 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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