The cheapest and fastest trains from Thornaby to Sunderland
Cheapest price
$3
Average price
$10
Fastest journey
45 m
Average duration
50 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
42 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Thornaby to Sunderland is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Thornaby to Sunderland will cost around $10 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $3.
Of the 6 trains that leave Thornaby for Sunderland on Fri, Nov 07, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 07 the direct trains cover the 42 km distance in an average of 50 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 45 m .
On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest trains will take 54 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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W50827Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Thornaby to Sunderland
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Thornaby to Sunderland among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €2. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 38m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €2, and a bus costs an average of €6.
Distance: 26 miles (42 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€5 Average price Cheapest | €8 Average price |
1h 21m Average total duration 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 8m Average total duration Fastest 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Thornaby to Sunderland train times
The table below shows live departures for Thornaby to Sunderland trains for tomorrow, Friday, November 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Y01567 | On time 8:21 AM Thornaby station (TBY) | 0h45 | 9:06 AM Sunderland station (SUN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W50827 | On time 8:37 AM Thornaby station (TBY) | 0h54 | 9:31 AM Sunderland station (SUN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W50844 | On time 9:37 AM Thornaby station (TBY) | 0h53 | 10:30 AM Sunderland station (SUN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y01504 | On time 10:21 AM Thornaby station (TBY) | 0h45 | 11:06 AM Sunderland station (SUN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W50857 | On time 10:37 AM Thornaby station (TBY) | 0h54 | 11:31 AM Sunderland station (SUN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y06704+ L01436 | On time 10:53 AM Thornaby station (TBY) | 1h11 | 12:04 PM Sunderland station (SUN) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Thornaby to Sunderland
Distance 26 miles (42 km) |
Average train duration 51m |
Cheapest ticket price $3 (€2) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 45m |
First train 06:25 |
Last train 22:17 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Thornaby to Sunderland start from as low as $3 (€2) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $6 (€5) depending on the train type and class.
Train companies: Northern Rail (3) from Thornaby to Sunderland trainsNorthern Rail (3) trains will get you between Thornaby and Sunderland from $3 (€2). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Thornaby to Sunderland
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Thornaby to Sunderland 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 Sunderland, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Thornaby to Sunderland
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 19:45 Saturday 05:45 - 19:45 Sunday 09:15 - 17:15 Holidays: Boxing Day, Christmas Day Closed
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step free access is provided from the station entrance to the platform. This station is partially staffed. The station staffing hours are: Monday to Saturday: 05:45 - 19:45 Sunday: 08:45 - 17:30 This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance throughout the station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Outside of staffed station hours, assistance to board and alight the train can be provided by the Conductor. The conductor is usually positioned at the rear of the train. Customers requiring assistance to navigate through the station when the station is unstaffed are requested to contact the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay) to arrange alternative transport to the closest station where assistance can be provided.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: During Staff Help times as shown above.
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: A unisex toilet is available in the station building during booking office opening hours only. (Includes disabled and baby changing facilities).
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On the approach road opposite the ticket office
- Storage CCTV: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement coaches will pick up / drop off at the bus stops on Station Street due to the station car park not being wide enough for a coach to turn around in. Station Street is the road which runs parallel to the station access road and can be reached by using the footbridge on the station approach road.
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:15 - 18:00 Saturday 06:15 - 18:00 Sunday 08:00 - 17:00
- Car Park: No
- 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
- Onward travel information: Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off in Fawcett Street, near to the Travel Centre entrance in Athenaeum Street, outside Wilkinsons.
- Metro: Tyne and Wear metro station close to the station. 0191 203 3333
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