The cheapest and fastest trains from Yarm to Sunderland
Cheapest price
£15
Average price
£15
Fastest journey
57 m
Average duration
1 h 19 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
45 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Yarm to Sunderland is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Yarm to Sunderland will cost around £15 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £15.
Of the 2 trains that leave Yarm for Sunderland 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 45 km distance in an average of 1 h 19 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 57 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 41 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.




Live departures
Yarm to Sunderland train times
The table below shows live departures for Yarm to Sunderland trains for today, Friday 5 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 08:20 Yarm | 1h10 | 09:30 Sunderland | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 13:18 Yarm | 1h12 | 14:30 Sunderland | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Yarm to Sunderland
Trains from Yarm to Sunderland run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £15 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:47, the last at 22:07. The fastest train covers the 45 km distance in 57m.
Distance 45 km |
Average train duration 1h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price £15 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 57m |
First train 05:47 |
Last train 22:07 |
Train companies: Northern Rail (3), first_transpennine_express from Yarm to Sunderland trainsNorthern Rail (3), first_transpennine_express trains will get you between Yarm and Sunderland 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: Yarm to Sunderland train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Yarm 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 Yarm and Sunderland
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Ramped access is provided from the station entrance to all platforms. This station is unstaffed. This station is Category A. Assistance to board and alight the train 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 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. Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge.
- 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
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement bus services will depart from the station car park.
- 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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