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Acclaimed branch of the Imperial War Museums covering modern conflict, personal stories, and the impact of war in a dramatic dock building.
Cheapest price on Sep 20
$73
Average ticket price on Sep 20
$91
Fastest journey on Sep 20
4 h 4 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
4 h 8 m
Trains on Sep 20
6
Distance
196 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Sunderland to Liverpool is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sunderland to Liverpool will cost around $91 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $73.
It's difficult to get from Sunderland to Liverpool without transferring at least once.
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TW015300Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Sunderland to Liverpool among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $36 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 5m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $36, while a train costs an average of $88.
Distance: 121 miles (196 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
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$88 Average price | $36 Average price Cheapest | $55 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 5m Average total duration Fastest 3h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 35m Average total duration 5h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 12m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Sunderland to Liverpool:
A bus is $52 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Sunderland to Liverpool costing on average $88.
Other travel options to Liverpool take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 5m.
Tickets start at around $88 compared to roughly $55 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-33.15. The journey takes 3h 35m versus 3h 12m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Sunderland to Liverpool trains for today, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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C31768+ G15916 | On time 9:31 AM Sunderland station (SUN) | 4h00 | 1:31 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
C31771+ G15911 | On time 10:32 AM Sunderland station (SUN) | 3h59 | 2:31 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
C31781+ G15918 | On time 12:33 PM Sunderland station (SUN) | 4h01 | 4:34 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
C31781+ W84914+ G86188+ G30936 | On time 12:33 PM Sunderland station (SUN) | 4h51 | 5:24 PM Moorfields (MRF) | 3 transfers | |
C31786+ G15827 | On time 1:32 PM Sunderland station (SUN) | 3h59 | 5:31 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
TW046500+ G01162+ G15813+ G86171 | On time 2:00 PM Sunderland station (SUN) | 4h29 | 6:29 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3 transfers | |
C31790+ G15804 | On time 2:33 PM Sunderland station (SUN) | 4h00 | 6:33 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
P28704 · C31887+ W33771+ G89161 | On time 2:57 PM Sunderland station (SUN) | 4h21 | 7:18 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3 transfers | |
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G15803+ TW015300 | 8:09 AM Sunderland station (SUN) | 4h12 | 12:21 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Sunderland to Liverpool run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $48 but you can travel from only $19 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:18, the last at 23:36. The fastest train covers the 121 miles (196 km) distance in 3h 15m.
Distance 121 miles (196 km) |
Average train duration 3h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price $48 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 3h 15m |
First train 12:18 AM |
Last train 11:36 PM |
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Discover the best of Liverpool — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Liverpool trip today.
Acclaimed branch of the Imperial War Museums covering modern conflict, personal stories, and the impact of war in a dramatic dock building.
Large free museum covering archaeology, natural history, world cultures, and planetarium shows. Excellent for broad insight into the region.
Modern museum telling Liverpool’s story from port city to pop culture capital, with social history, transport, and riverfront galleries.
Scenic riverside promenade with Mersey views, public art, and access to major museums. Ideal for a relaxed walk along the waterfront.
Historic commercial street with restored warehouses, boutiques, and nightlife. Great for architecture, independent shops, and city atmosphere.
Creative district known for independent venues, street art, and converted warehouses. A good area to explore Liverpool’s contemporary culture.
A hearty beef and vegetable stew long linked with Liverpool's seafaring history. It is the city's signature comfort food and gave Liverpudlians the nickname 'Scousers'.
A baked potato filled with corned beef, a classic Merseyside chip shop and pub snack. It is a simple local favourite tied to everyday working-class food culture.
A dense spiced fruit loaf or cake served sliced with butter. Popular across Merseyside, it is a traditional teatime bake with a long local following.
Elegant fine dining restaurant by Chef Paul Askew, known for seasonal British tasting menus and polished service in a refined city-centre setting.
Stylish modern restaurant in the Baltic Triangle serving small plates and seasonal British cooking in a relaxed but ambitious setting.
Historic dining room in the Philharmonic pub, celebrated for classic British dishes and a grand traditional atmosphere with strong local character.
Moderate for UK city breaks: hotels and dining are usually cheaper than London, while transit and casual meals are fairly affordable for tourists.
Tipping is optional. Restaurants: 10-12.5% if service is not included. Taxis: round up or add about 10%. Cafes and pubs: no tip expected, small change appreciated.
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Liverpool Lime Street -> Liverpool ONE Bus Station, Liverpool
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sunderland to Liverpool by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Liverpool, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Sunderland to Liverpool trains use the Sunderland to Liverpool Lime Street station pair, with some services arriving at Liverpool James Street. Use this guide to compare Sunderland and Liverpool train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Sunderland has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Sunderland.
Ticket office support is available at Sunderland.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Sunderland: Parking.
Available at Sunderland: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Sunderland: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, Lifts to all platforms for disabled passengers from the North end of the station. Open for all services, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Located on the North Concourse and accepts cash and cards, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Seaburn is 2 km from Sunderland city centre. Public transport options include:
Seaburn has practical services for this route, including Dining, WC, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Seaburn.
Available at Seaburn: WC.
Available at Seaburn: Bike Parking.
Liverpool Lime Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, Upper Crust, Starbucks, JD Wetherspoon
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are located near Platform 7.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:38, Sun: 07:15 - 23:05. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Luggage storage is the Excess Baggage Co. lockers and staffed luggage storage counter are located in the main concourse near the escalators across from Platform 6. Open daily 08:00 to 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool Lime Street: Full wheelchair access throughout the station, with help points at the Skelhorne Street entrance and at customer information desk in the main concourse.
Nearby hotels include Pembroke Studios, Riley’s Rooms, Holiday Inn Liverpool City Center.
Liverpool James Street is 1 km from Liverpool city centre. Public transport options include:
Liverpool James Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Liverpool James Street.
Wi-Fi is available at Liverpool James Street. ATMs are available at Liverpool James Street.
Ticket office support is available at Liverpool James Street. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Liverpool James Street: Parking, WC.
Available at Liverpool James Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool James Street: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A: “This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform”The Ticket Office is step free via James Street only and platforms can be accessed via lifts, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Moorfields has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Moorfields.
Wi-Fi is available at Moorfields. ATMs are available at Moorfields.
Ticket office support is available at Moorfields. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Moorfields: Parking, WC.
Available at Moorfields: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Moorfields: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A: “This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform” Platforms via Moorfields entrance are accessible via lifts. However the Old Hall Street entrance has no disabled access, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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