- Must visit
National Museum of Scotland
Scotland’s flagship museum covering history, science, design and world cultures in a landmark Victorian building. A top all-round visit in the city.
Cheapest price
$46
Average price
$64
Fastest journey
2 h
Average duration
2 h 2 m
Trains per day
10
Distance
163 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Sunderland to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sunderland to Edinburgh will cost around $64 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $46.
It's difficult to get from Sunderland to Edinburgh without transferring at least once.
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TW040300Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Sunderland to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 58m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $10, and a flight costs an average of $125.
Distance: 101 miles (163 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$43 Average price | $15 Average price Cheapest | $425 Average price | $90 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 28m Average total duration Fastest 1h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 46m Average total duration 3h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 11m Average total duration 8h 11m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 2h 54m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Sunderland to Edinburgh:
A bus is $27 (€22) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Sunderland to Edinburgh costing on average $43 (€34).
A bus is $410 (€331) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Sunderland to Edinburgh costing on average $425 (€344).
Other travel options to Edinburgh take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 16m.
Flight takes on average 8h 11m.
The journey is about 56m faster (1h 58m by train vs 2h 54m by car) and roughly $47 (€38) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($43 (€34) vs $90 (€73)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Sunderland to Edinburgh trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, June 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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G80191+ TW041900 | 6:12 AM Sunderland station (SUN) | 2h20 | 8:32 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 transfer | |
W85808+ TW027800 | 6:36 AM Sunderland station (SUN) | 2h25 | 9:01 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 transfer | |
P28623+ G66980 | 7:06 AM Sunderland station (SUN) | 2h04 | 9:10 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 transfer | |
C31755+ G80193 | 7:31 AM Sunderland station (SUN) | 2h07 | 9:38 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 transfer | |
P28632+ G25677 | 7:57 AM Sunderland station (SUN) | 2h00 | 9:57 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 transfer | |
C01971+ TW040300 | 8:24 AM Sunderland station (SUN) | 2h04 | 10:28 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 transfer | |
W85810+ TW042000 | 8:36 AM Sunderland station (SUN) | 2h25 | 11:01 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 transfer | |
P28640+ G66982 | 9:07 AM Sunderland station (SUN) | 2h01 | 11:08 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 transfer | |
C31768+ G80199 | 9:31 AM Sunderland station (SUN) | 2h02 | 11:33 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 transfer | |
P28650+ G01055 | 9:56 AM Sunderland station (SUN) | 2h16 | 12:12 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Sunderland to Edinburgh run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $25 (€20) but you can travel from only $10 (€8) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:00, the last at 22:33. The fastest train covers the 101 miles (163 km) distance in 2h 1m.
Distance 101 miles (163 km) |
Average train duration 1h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price $25 (€20) |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 2h 1m |
First train 5:00 AM |
Last train 10:33 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Sun |
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Best time to book 28 days |
Discover the best of Edinburgh — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Edinburgh trip today.
Scotland’s flagship museum covering history, science, design and world cultures in a landmark Victorian building. A top all-round visit in the city.
Major national art gallery on The Mound with Scottish and European masterpieces. Central, elegant and one of Edinburgh’s classic cultural stops.
Striking red-sandstone gallery dedicated to portraits of figures from Scottish history and culture. Well regarded for both the collection and the building itself.
Edinburgh’s most famous historic street linking the castle and Holyroodhouse, lined with closes, courtyards, shops and major sights.
One of Edinburgh’s essential viewpoints, especially popular for sunrise and sunset photography. Famous for sweeping views over the city and Arthur’s Seat.
Ancient volcanic peak in Holyrood Park with the city’s most famous hike and outstanding panoramic views. A classic outdoor Edinburgh experience.
Scotland’s best-known national dish: a peppery savoury pudding traditionally made with oats and offal, served with mashed turnips and potatoes. It is strongly associated with Edinburgh and Burns supps
A rich Scottish soup made with smoked haddock, potatoes and onions. Though from Cullen, it is a classic on Edinburgh menus and a comforting local staple
A traditional hearty soup of barley, root vegetables and usually lamb or mutton. It is a long-standing Scottish comfort food commonly found in pubs and cafes
A polished gastropub from Tom Kitchin, known for refined Scottish pub classics, seasonal produce and a warm neighbourhood atmosphere
A long-established seafood restaurant popular for Scottish mussels, fish dishes and a relaxed city-centre setting
A respected upscale seafood restaurant focused on high-quality Scottish fish and shellfish in an elegant contemporary space
Edinburgh is pricier than many UK cities, especially for hotels and dining in the centre during peak season.
Service is sometimes included. If not, tip 10-12.5% in restaurants for good service. Rounding up is common in taxis. Tipping is not expected for counter service.
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