Trains from Sunderland to Birmingham from $47.38*

Trains from Sunderland to Birmingham from $47.38*

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Sunderland to Birmingham Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Sunderland to Birmingham? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as $47.38, with average prices for this route around $167.41. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

  • Oct 8
    Tue
    From $47.38
  • Oct 9
    Wed
    From $59.94
  • Oct 10
    Thu
    From $59.94
  • Oct 11
    Fri
    From $59.94
  • Oct 12
    Sat
    From $59.94
  • Oct 13
    Sun
    From $59.94
  • Oct 14
    Mon
    From $59.94
  • 05:39
    Sunderland
    10:04
    Birmingham New Street
    4h 25m, Changes required
    LNERCrossCountry
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  • 05:50
    Sunderland
    10:04
    Birmingham New Street
    4h 14m, Changes required
    CrossCountry
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  • 07:08
    Sunderland
    11:06
    Birmingham New Street
    3h 58m, Changes required
    NorthernCrossCountry
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  • 07:56
    Sunderland
    11:28
    Birmingham New Street
    3h 32m, Changes required
    NorthernCrossCountry
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  • 08:00
    Sunderland
    12:02
    Birmingham New Street
    4h 2m, Changes required
    CrossCountry
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  • 09:09
    Sunderland
    13:05
    Paris
    3h 56m, Changes required
    NorthernCrossCountry
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Sunderland to Birmingham Train Route Details

The Sunderland to Birmingham train ticket is from $47.38. The average travel time is 3h 32m, covering a distance of approximately 272 mile. There are usually 27 daily trains provided by CrossCountry,Northern,LNER. To plan your train journey in advance, please refer to our train route table below.

First train
First train
05:39
Last train
Last train
23:57
Departure station
Departure station
Arrival station
Arrival station
Journey time
Journey time
3h 32m
Distance
Distance
272 mile
Price
Price
$47.38*
Train operators
Train operators
CrossCountry, Northern, LNER

Sunderland to Birmingham Train Travel Guide

Sunderland to Birmingham Train Travel Guide

Arriving in Birmingham

Trains running from Sunderland to Birmingham will typically take around at least 3h 32m and there is approximately 27 train running everyday.

Book cheap train tickets from Sunderland to Birmingham

It doesn’t need to be difficult to find cheap train tickets from Sunderland to Birmingham. If you know where to look and how to take advantage of available discounts and travel options, then saving money with Trip.com becomes second nature. Here are some of our top tips to help you save money on your train travel.

Traveling during off-peak hours

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets and can be used on services that are less busy, typically outside the morning and evening rush hours. If your schedule allows flexibility, choosing off-peak hours for your trip from Sunderland to Birmingham can result in significant cost savings. In most cities and large towns, off-peak hours usually start at 09:30 from Monday to Friday. In other areas, they typically begin at 09:00.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Booking in advance is one of the most effective ways to get cheap train tickets. Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to purchasing tickets closer to the departure date. By planning your trip from Sunderland to Birmingham ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

How can you make your journey from Sunderland to Birmingham cheaper? One option to consider is splitting your tickets, which can save you around an extra 30% on fares. Instead of purchasing a direct ticket from A to B, you can split the route into two sections: A to C and C to B. This often turns out to be more affordable than buying a direct ticket.

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*Prices are dynamic and subject to change. Ticket prices vary based on time of day, route, and class. Prices shown do not include split ticket and Railcard discounts.