Edinburgh to Sunderland Train
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Edinburgh to Sunderland by train
The journey from Edinburgh to Sunderland by train is 101.58 mi and takes 2 hrs 1 min. There are 41 connections per day, with the first departure at 05:40 and the last at 22:15. It is possible to travel from Edinburgh to Sunderland by train for as little as £3.11 or as much as £125.54. The best price for this journey is £3.11.
| Lowest Price | £3.11 |
| Journey Duration | 2 hrs 1 min |
| Connection per Day | London North Eastern Railway, Northern, CrossCountry, National Rail, Cross Country, TransPennine Express, Lumo, ScotRail, Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail 41 |
| Lowest Price | London North Eastern Railway, Northern, CrossCountry, National Rail, Cross Country, TransPennine Express, Lumo, ScotRail, Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail £3.11 |
| Highest Price | London North Eastern Railway, Northern, CrossCountry, National Rail, Cross Country, TransPennine Express, Lumo, ScotRail, Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail £125.54 |
| First Departure | London North Eastern Railway, Northern, CrossCountry, National Rail, Cross Country, TransPennine Express, Lumo, ScotRail, Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail 05:40 |
| Last Departure | London North Eastern Railway, Northern, CrossCountry, National Rail, Cross Country, TransPennine Express, Lumo, ScotRail, Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail 22:15 |
| Distance | London North Eastern Railway, Northern, CrossCountry, National Rail, Cross Country, TransPennine Express, Lumo, ScotRail, Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail 101.58 mi |
| Departure | London North Eastern Railway, Northern, CrossCountry, National Rail, Cross Country, TransPennine Express, Lumo, ScotRail, Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail Edinburgh |
| Arrival | London North Eastern Railway, Northern, CrossCountry, National Rail, Cross Country, TransPennine Express, Lumo, ScotRail, Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail Sunderland |
| Carriers | London North Eastern Railway, Northern London North Eastern Railway, Northern, CrossCountry, National Rail, Cross Country, TransPennine Express, Lumo, ScotRail, Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail |
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Best time to book cheap train tickets from Edinburgh to Sunderland
The cheapest Edinburgh - Sunderland train tickets can be found for as low as £30.15 if you’re lucky, or £33.79 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as £36.70.
Find the best day to travel to Sunderland by train
When travelling to Sunderland by train, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!
Services on board London North Eastern Railway, Cross Country and Lumo from Edinburgh to Sunderland
Compare services on board when travelling from Edinburgh to Sunderland by train.
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Edinburgh to Sunderland CO2 Emissions by Train
Train
11.44kg
Bus
12.26kg
Flight
32.7kg
Car
26.16kg
What are the CO2 emissions from Edinburgh to Sunderland by train? The CO2 emissions from taking the train between Edinburgh and Sunderland are 11.44kg.
How much CO2 do I save by taking the train between Edinburgh and Sunderland? By taking the train between Edinburgh and Sunderland you will save 21.26kg CO2 emissions compared to a flight, 0.82kg compared to a bus and 14.72kg compared to a car.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a train ticket from Edinburgh to Sunderland?
A train ticket from Edinburgh to Sunderland is £31.24. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as £3.11.
What's the cheapest train ticket from Edinburgh to Sunderland?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Edinburgh to Sunderland is £3.11. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between Edinburgh and Sunderland by train?
Edinburgh to Sunderland is 101.58 mi.
How long does the train between Edinburgh and Sunderland take?
Edinburgh to Sunderland is on average 2 hrs 1 min. However the fastest option will get you there in 0 hrs 20 mins.
Which companies operate from Edinburgh to Sunderland?
The train journey from Edinburgh to Sunderland is covered by 9 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: London North Eastern Railway, Northern, CrossCountry, National Rail, Cross Country, TransPennine Express, Lumo, ScotRail, Avanti West Coast and Northern Rail.
How many train connections per day go from Edinburgh to Sunderland?
Edinburgh to Sunderland has 41 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first train from Edinburgh to Sunderland leave?
The earliest train from Edinburgh to Sunderland departs at 05:40. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last train from Edinburgh to Sunderland depart?
The latest train from Edinburgh to Sunderland departs at 22:15. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from Edinburgh to Sunderland in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest train ticket we have found is £3.11 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
How many direct connections depart from Edinburgh to Sunderland?
There are on average 7 direct connection(s) from Edinburgh to go to Sunderland.
What's the fastest journey time between Edinburgh to Sunderland by train?
The fastest journey time by train between Edinburgh and Sunderland is 0 hrs 20 mins.
Is there a direct train from Edinburgh to Sunderland?
Yes, there is a direct train between Edinburgh and Sunderland.
What are the CO2 emissions for Edinburgh to Sunderland by train?
The train journey from Edinburgh to Sunderland creates 11.44kg of CO2 emissions.