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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh to Sunderland
Cheapest price on Sep 13
€27
Average ticket price on Sep 13
€42
Fastest journey on Sep 13
1 h 59 m
Average journey duration on Sep 13
2 h
Trains on Sep 13
21
Distance
163 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh to Sunderland is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Sunderland will cost around €42 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €27.
It's difficult to get from Edinburgh to Sunderland without transferring at least once.
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A365666:45 AM2h25Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)9:10 AMSunderland station (SUN)€271One-way1 transfer- N59125+
P286576:45 AM2h14Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)8:59 AMSunderland station (SUN)€271One-way1 transfer - C02004+A365889:30 AM2h17Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)11:47 AMSunderland station (SUN)€401One-way1 transfer
- C02012+A366131:30 PM2h17Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)3:47 PMSunderland station (SUN)€401One-way1 transfer
- C02045+A365862:30 PM2h17Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)4:47 PMSunderland station (SUN)€401One-way1 transfer
G01165+P287292:08 PM1h59Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)4:07 PMSunderland station (SUN)€461One-way1 transfer- W29886+P2869110:08 AM1h59Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)12:07 PMSunderland station (SUN)€461One-way1 transfer
- G01147+P286819:08 AM1h59Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)11:07 AMSunderland station (SUN)€461One-way1 transfer
- G80060+A3659412:00 PM2h02Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)2:02 PMSunderland station (SUN)€421One-way1 transfer
- G80048+A3658210:00 AM2h02Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)12:02 PMSunderland station (SUN)€421One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Edinburgh to Sunderland
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Sunderland among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €11 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 25m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €11, while a flight costs an average of €209.
Distance: 163 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€28 Average price | €11 Average price Cheapest | €209 Average price | €73 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 25m Average total duration Fastest 1h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 43m Average total duration 3h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 28m Average total duration 8h 28m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 2h 54m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Edinburgh to Sunderland:
A bus is €17 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Edinburgh to Sunderland costing on average €28.
A bus is €198 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Edinburgh to Sunderland costing on average €209.
Other travel options to Sunderland take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 13m.
Flight takes on average 8h 28m.
Live departures
Edinburgh to Sunderland train times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Sunderland trains for today, Saturday, September 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G80092+P28752 | On time 5:00 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h05 | 7:05 PM Sunderland station (SUN) | 1 transfer | |
| G80092+TW051200 | On time 5:00 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h02 | 7:02 PM Sunderland station (SUN) | 1 transfer | |
| G00913+TW052100 | 5:05 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h12 | 7:17 PM Sunderland station (SUN) | 1 transfer | |
| C01990+TW056200 | On time 5:30 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h17 | 7:47 PM Sunderland station (SUN) | 1 transfer | |
| G80098+TW057700 | On time 6:00 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h02 | 8:02 PM Sunderland station (SUN) | 1 transfer | |
| G00846+P28760 | On time 6:04 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h01 | 8:05 PM Sunderland station (SUN) | 1 transfer | |
| G00846+TW059200 | On time 6:04 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h13 | 8:17 PM Sunderland station (SUN) | 1 transfer | |
| C02061+TW046200 | On time 6:30 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h17 | 8:47 PM Sunderland station (SUN) | 1 transfer | |
| C02031+TW049800 | 7:00 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h17 | 9:17 PM Sunderland station (SUN) | 1 transfer | |
| C02057+TW059100 | On time 8:16 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h31 | 10:47 PM Sunderland station (SUN) | 1 transfer | |
 G25717+P24068 | On time 8:56 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h56 | 10:52 PM Sunderland station (SUN) | 1 transfer | |
| Sunday, September 13 | |||||
| N59125+P28657 | 6:45 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h14 | 8:59 AM Sunderland station (SUN) | 1 transfer | |
| N59125+A36566 | 6:45 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h25 | 9:10 AM Sunderland station (SUN) | 1 transfer | |
| G08183+A36608 | 8:55 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h07 | 11:02 AM Sunderland station (SUN) | 1 transfer | |
| G01147+P28681 | On time 9:08 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h59 | 11:07 AM Sunderland station (SUN) | 1 transfer | |
| G01147+A36601 | On time 9:08 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h09 | 11:17 AM Sunderland station (SUN) | 1 transfer | |
| C02004+A36588 | 9:30 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h17 | 11:47 AM Sunderland station (SUN) | 1 transfer | |
| G80048+A36582 | 10:00 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h02 | 12:02 PM Sunderland station (SUN) | 1 transfer | |
| W29886+P28691 | 10:08 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h59 | 12:07 PM Sunderland station (SUN) | 1 transfer | |
| G80060+A36594 | 12:00 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h02 | 2:02 PM Sunderland station (SUN) | 1 transfer | |
| G01155+P28712 | 12:05 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h02 | 2:07 PM Sunderland station (SUN) | 1 transfer | |
| C02008+A36573 | 12:30 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h17 | 2:47 PM Sunderland station (SUN) | 1 transfer | |
| G80066+A36634 | 1:00 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h02 | 3:02 PM Sunderland station (SUN) | 1 transfer | |
| G01163+P28722 | On time 1:05 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h02 | 3:07 PM Sunderland station (SUN) | 1 transfer | |
| C02012+A36613 | 1:30 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h17 | 3:47 PM Sunderland station (SUN) | 1 transfer | |
| G80072+A36606 | 2:00 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h02 | 4:02 PM Sunderland station (SUN) | 1 transfer | |
| G01165+P28729 | 2:08 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h59 | 4:07 PM Sunderland station (SUN) | 1 transfer | |
| G25730+A36593 | 2:26 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h06 | 4:32 PM Sunderland station (SUN) | 1 transfer | |
| G25730+P28738 | 2:26 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h42 | 5:08 PM Sunderland station (SUN) | 1 transfer | |
| C02045+A36586 | 2:30 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h17 | 4:47 PM Sunderland station (SUN) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Sunderland
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Trains from Edinburgh to Sunderland run on average 10 times per day, taking around 1h 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €16 but you can travel from only €9 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:36, the last at 22:31. The fastest train covers the 163 km distance in 1h 57m.
Distance 163 km |
Average train duration 1h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price €16 |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 1h 57m |
First train 5:36 AM |
Last train 10:31 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, Lumo, Transpennine Express, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Cross Country, TransPennine Express from Edinburgh to Sunderland trainsLondon North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, Lumo, Transpennine Express, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Cross Country, TransPennine Express trains will get you between Edinburgh and Sunderland from €9. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Edinburgh to Sunderland
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh 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
Popular train stations from Edinburgh to Sunderland
Most Edinburgh to Sunderland trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to Sunderland station pair, with some services arriving at Seaburn. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh and Sunderland train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Edinburgh Waverley from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Waverley train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Waverley has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Bagel Factory, Burger King, Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, JD Wetherspoon, The Pasty Shop, The Beer House, M&S, Pret a Manger
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are there are a few ATM machines around the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59, Sun: 07:00 - 23:59. Information desks are information booths are located on the concourse. .
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Waverley: Entrances are step free. Station is equipped with an elevator. Staffed with guide communicators for the deaf. Tactile warning strips are on the platform edges for the blind.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Old Waverley Hotel, Jurys Inn Edinburgh, The Scotsman Hotel.
Getting to Haymarket from Edinburgh city centre
Haymarket is 1 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Haymarket train station facilities and services
Haymarket has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Haymarket.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Haymarket. ATMs are available at Haymarket.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Haymarket. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Haymarket: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Haymarket: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Haymarket: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the automatic ticket gates Blue Badge parking bays: 2, 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.
Getting to Edinburgh Gateway from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Gateway is 7 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Edinburgh Gateway train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Gateway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Edinburgh Gateway.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Edinburgh Gateway.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Edinburgh Gateway. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh Gateway: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Gateway: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Gateway: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to both platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office Blue Badge parking bays: 4, 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.
Which Sunderland station do trains from Edinburgh 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 Seaburn from Sunderland city centre
Seaburn is 2 km from Sunderland city centre. Public transport options include:
Seaburn train station facilities and services
Seaburn has practical services for this route, including Dining, WC, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Seaburn.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Seaburn: WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Seaburn: 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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