How much does a train ticket cost from Sunderland to Carlisle?

The cheapest train tickets from Sunderland to Carlisle start from £9. The average price for this train route is around £10. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Sunderland to Carlisle?

The average train journey time from Sunderland to Carlisle is 1h 51m, covering a distance of 62 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1h 47m and is operated by Northern .

Which train operators serve the Sunderland to Carlisle route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 11 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from Sunderland to Carlisle departs at 07:31. And the latest train departs at 20:31.

Train Sunderland to Carlisle from £9

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Sunderland to Carlisle on 11 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	16:30	Sunderland	2h 32m	19:02	Carlisle	No tags
Train	17:30	Sunderland	2h 32m	20:02	Carlisle	No tags
Train	18:28	Sunderland	2h 34m	21:02	Carlisle	No tags
Train	19:30	Sunderland	2h 26m	21:56	Carlisle	No tags
Train	20:29	Sunderland	2h 35m	23:04	Carlisle	No tags

Get from Sunderland to Carlisle

This route is served by train only

The journey takes about 1 hour 51 minutes, and with fares starting at just £9, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11train per day

1h 51mAverage duration

62 milesDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

Train Companies

Northern

4/526 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness4.5

Cleanliness5

WiFi3.2

Based on 26 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 £9

GB train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, FlixTrain, Amtrak Acela

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Sunderland to Carlisle by train

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

How much does a train ticket cost from Sunderland to Carlisle?
The cheapest train tickets from Sunderland to Carlisle start from £9. The average price for this train route is around £10. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Sunderland to Carlisle?
The average train journey time from Sunderland to Carlisle is 1h 51m, covering a distance of 62 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1h 47m and is operated by Northern.
Which train operators serve the Sunderland to Carlisle route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 11 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Sunderland to Carlisle?
The earliest train from Sunderland to Carlisle departs at 07:31. And the latest train departs at 20:31.

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The cheapest trip from Sunderland to Carlisle was searched and found on 15 Dec 2025 with a price of £9

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

You can expect to pay from £9 to £27 for a train ticket from Sunderland to Carlisle based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £9, which is on 2025-12-15.