How much is the train ticket from Carlisle to Sunderland?

The cheapest train tickets from Carlisle to Sunderland start from R 202. The average price for this train route is around R 310. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Carlisle to Sunderland?

The average train journey time from Carlisle to Sunderland is 2h 10m, covering a distance of 100 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1h 49m and is operated by Northern .

Which train operators serve the Carlisle to Sunderland 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 Carlisle to Sunderland?

The earliest train from Carlisle to Sunderland departs at 07:24. And the latest train departs at 20:09.

Train Carlisle to Sunderland from R 189

Next train departures

Next departures from Carlisle to Sunderland on 12 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:24	Carlisle	2h 37m	10:01	Sunderland	Cheapest
Train	20:09	Carlisle	1h 56m	22:05	Sunderland	Fastest
Train	08:20	Carlisle	2h 16m	10:36	Sunderland	No tags
Train	08:50	Carlisle	2h 10m	11:00	Sunderland	No tags
Train	09:52	Carlisle	2h 9m	12:01	Sunderland	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 7:16 AM GMT.

Get from Carlisle to Sunderland

This route is served by train only

The journey takes about 2 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 202, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11train per day

2h 10mAverage duration

100 kmDistance

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 R 202

Northern Carlisle Sunderland recent customer reviews

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Carlisle to Sunderland by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ 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 from R 202. The average price for this train route is around R 310. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Carlisle to Sunderland?
The average train journey time from Carlisle to Sunderland is 2h 10m, covering a distance of 100 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1h 49m and is operated by Northern.
Which train operators serve the Carlisle to Sunderland 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 Carlisle to Sunderland?
The earliest train from Carlisle to Sunderland departs at 07:24. And the latest train departs at 20:09.

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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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The cheapest trip from Carlisle to Sunderland was searched and found on 11 Dec 2025 with a price of R 189

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 R 189 to R 590 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 R 189, which is on 2025-12-13.