Taking the train from Hull to Sunderland

Ready to book a trip from Hull to Sunderland by train? Let this guide make the process smooth, easy and truly enjoyable. Because trains make ‘getting there’ part of the fun.

Train cost for travel between Hull and Sunderland

The first thing many travellers ask before booking a trip is: 'How much will it cost?' While train travel combines comfort and cost, the price of a ticket depends on a few things.

For starters, how early you book your trip comes into play with the price tag. For this specific route, the cheapest fare is US$57.22, but can go to when purchased thirty days before your train departs, and when locked in seven days before. Don’t wait until the last minute to plan your trip. Instead, you can book these tickets 4 months in advance.

Cheap train tickets with slower trains

Another factor that comes into play when it comes to ticket price is speed. Let us explain. Many travellers automatically opt for the high-speed train option because faster is always better, right? Not necessarily. As experienced train travellers ourselves, the Rail Europe team often chooses to go for the slower trains for a number of reasons, including the fact that these trains often:

  • Allow for more time to take in the city scapes and countrysides

  • Set a more leisurely pace to better soak up the travel experience

  • Stop in areas that are less-travelled, offering a more unique journey

  • Are less-crowded than their high-speed counterparts

  • Are an even greener travel option than high speed

  • Are the cheapest train tickets you can find

Whether you choose to go with a low-, medium- or high-speed train, Rail Europe compiles all train options so you can choose by cost, speed, timing and operator to find the best fit for your travels.

Train times for travel between Hull and Sunderland

If you are taking the train from Hull to Sunderland, you will have 58 trains each day (with a departure every 12 minutes) to choose from. Earlier risers can catch the first weekday train at 05:35. If you are looking to jump aboard the last train out of the station, the latest train departs at 20:10. On weekends, the first train departs at 06:06, and the last scheduled train of the day leaves at 22:54.

How long is the train journey from Hull to Sunderland?

This journey covers a total of 146 kilometres, with the quickest trip taking 2 hours and 46 minutes.

How early can you book train tickets between Hull and Sunderland?

Tickets along this route go on sale 4 months in advance. To be notified as soon as tickets are available, set up a booking alert with Rail Europe. We will send you an email notification when tickets are available.

Making the most of your trip to Sunderland

For a seamless train journey, head to our extensive help articles. Start planning your trip and explore travel ideas in our city guide: Sunderland.

Frequently asked questions

How far is Hull to Sunderland by train?

The distance between Hull and Sunderland is 146 kilometres.

How much does the train from Hull to Sunderland cost?

The lowest fare on this route is US$57.22. If booked 30 days in advance, tickets are priced around . When booked 7 days before travel, expect to pay around .

When do tickets go on sale for trains from Hull to Sunderland?

Tickets for this journey become available 4 months before the travel date.

How long does it take to get from Hull to Sunderland?

The quickest journey is 2 hours and 46 minutes.