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 £10.45. If you book a month in advance, tickets cost, on average, £10. If you wait until a week in advance, expect tickets to be around £12.

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 14 trains scheduled on this journey daily and trains leaving the station every 50 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.

Frequently asked questions

How far is the journey from Carlisle to Sunderland by train?

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

How much does the train from Carlisle to Sunderland cost?

The lowest fare on this route is £10.45. If booked 30 days in advance, tickets are priced around £10. When booked 7 days before travel, expect to pay around £12.

How far in advance can I book my Carlisle to Sunderland train tickets?

Tickets for this route become available 5 months before the travel date.

What’s the travel time from Carlisle to Sunderland by train?

The fastest journey time is 1 hour and 46 minutes.