How much is the train ticket from Carlisle to Sunderland?

The cheapest train tickets from Carlisle to Sunderland start at $20. The average price for this train route is around $26. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Carlisle to Sunderland?

The average train trip from Carlisle to Sunderland takes 1h 52m and covers 100 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1h 49m and is operated by Northern .

Which train operators serve the Carlisle to Sunderland route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 10 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Carlisle to Sunderland?

The earliest train from Carlisle to Sunderland departs at 7:33am. The latest train departs at 9:05pm.

Train Carlisle to Sunderland from $20

Next train departures

Next departures for Carlisle to Sunderland on January 27
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:33am	Carlisle	1h 51m	9:24am	Sunderland	Cheapest
Train	5:33pm	Carlisle	1h 49m	7:22pm	Sunderland	Fastest
Train	8:33am	Carlisle	1h 50m	10:23am	Sunderland	No tags
Train	8:52am	Carlisle	2h 8m	11:00am	Sunderland	No tags
Train	9:33am	Carlisle	1h 51m	11:24am	Sunderland	No tags

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Get from Carlisle to Sunderland

This route is served by train only

The journey takes about 1 hour 52 minutes, and with fares starting at just $20, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

10train per day

1h 52mAverage Duration

100 kmDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

Train companies

Northern

4/527 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness4.6

Cleanliness5

Wi‑Fi3.4

Based on 27 reviews, the company was rated 4 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the cleanliness but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. Northern ticket prices on this trip start at $20

Northern Carlisle Sunderland recent customer reviews

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Carlisle to Sunderland by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Carlisle to Sunderland?
The cheapest train tickets from Carlisle to Sunderland start at $20. The average price for this train route is around $26. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Carlisle to Sunderland?
The average train trip from Carlisle to Sunderland takes 1h 52m and covers 100 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1h 49m and is operated by Northern.
Which train operators serve the Carlisle to Sunderland route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 10 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Carlisle to Sunderland?
The earliest train from Carlisle to Sunderland departs at 7:33am. The latest train departs at 9:05pm.

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The cheapest trip from Carlisle to Sunderland was searched and found on Jan 27, 2026 with a price of $20

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Carlisle to Sunderland, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $20 to $49 for a train ticket from Carlisle to Sunderland based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $20 which is on 2026-01-27.