Carlisle to Sunderland by train

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Overview: trains from Carlisle to Sunderland

Find the key information for travelling by train from Carlisle to Sunderland, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 05:44 View journey
Last train 21:07 View journey
Avg changes 0
Fastest journey 1hr 46m View journey
Distance (km) 99
Trains / day 17 View all
Cheapest journey AU$24.09 View journey
Avg journey time 1hr 56m
Train operators 2

Travelling by train from Carlisle to Sunderland

Ready to travel from Carlisle to Sunderland by train? Whether it’s your first time or you’re a seasoned train traveller, this guide will provide you with all the essential information you need for a smooth, enjoyable ride.

Cost of train tickets between Carlisle and Sunderland

The cheapest train tickets from Carlisle to Sunderland start at AU$24.09. If you book a month in advance, tickets cost, on average, AU$24. If you wait until a week in advance, expect tickets to be around AU$24.

Pro tip: The best way to save on tickets from Carlisle to Sunderland is by booking in advance. Keep in mind that tickets for this route go on sale 5 months before the travel date. So if you want to save on your booking, be sure to lock in your tickets as early as possible.

Carlisle to Sunderland departure frequency and train timetable

With 17 trains scheduled on this journey daily and trains leaving the station every 48 minutes, travellers have a number of options to choose from. If you are travelling on a weekday, the earliest train you can catch is at 05:44 and the last one is at 21:07. If you are travelling during the weekend, the earliest train you can catch is at 08:03, with the last one at 21:07.

Train duration for trips from Carlisle to Sunderland

The swiftest journey time on this route is 1 hour and 46 minutes, crossing a total distance of 99 kilometres.

How early can you book train tickets from Carlisle to Sunderland?

Tickets on this route typically go on sale 5 months in advance. Booking early gives you access to the most competitive prices and ample seating options.

Learn even more about travelling from Carlisle to Sunderland by train

Need more information on travelling through Europe by train? Head to our help articles for details on everything from booking to navigating stations and understanding different ticket types. Then review the travel ideas we’ve compiled in our city guide: Sunderland.

FAQs about the train journey from Carlisle to Sunderland

Want to know more about your journey from Carlisle to Sunderland? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

The total distance between Carlisle and Sunderland by train is 99 kilometres.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.