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It takes an average of 8h 1m to travel from Bournemouth to Sunderland by train, over a distance of around 289 miles (466 km). There are normally 8 trains per day travelling from Bournemouth to Sunderland and tickets for this journey start from £86.60 when you book in advance.
| First train | 05:56 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:10 | |
| Departure station | Bournemouth | |
| Arrival station | Sunderland | |
| Journey time | From 7h 4m | |
| Distance | 289 miles (466 km) | |
| Frequency | 8 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Price | From £86.60 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, Grand Central Railway, South Western Railway, TransPennine Express |
Taking the train from Bournemouth to Sunderland in 7 hours 4 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Bournemouth to Sunderland? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 8 hours 1 minute to travel the 289 miles (466 km) from Bournemouth to Sunderland by train, although you can get there in as little as 7 hours 4 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 8 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 2 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with South Western Railway, TransPennine Express or CrossCountry to Sunderland. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Bournemouth to Sunderland in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £86.60. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Sunderland by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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How do I find cheap train tickets from Bournemouth to Sunderland?
As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, our Trainline team of experts have put together these tips to help you find the cheapest tickets.
1. Book in advance
2. Sign up to Ticket Alert
3. Use a Railcard
4. Book split tickets
5. Travel Off-Peak
6. Consider a Season Ticket
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.