What is the best way to travel from Preston to Sunderland?
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What is the cheapest way to reach Sunderland from Preston?
You can reach Sunderland with just £97 by taking a Train from TransPennine Express, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.
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TransPennine Express3h 45m005:36PrestonCentral Station09:21SunderlandCentral Station0EconomyA Train from TransPennine Express goes from Central Station, Preston (United Kingdom) at 18/09/2026 05:36:00 to Central Station, Sunderland (United Kingdom) arriving at 18/09/2026 09:21:00. 50 Economy ticket for £97 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 45m
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TransPennine Express3h 48m005:36PrestonCentral Station09:24SunderlandCentral Station0EconomyA Train from TransPennine Express goes from Central Station, Preston (United Kingdom) at 18/09/2026 05:36:00 to Central Station, Sunderland (United Kingdom) arriving at 18/09/2026 09:24:00. 50 Economy ticket for £97 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 48m
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Northern5h 54m005:44PrestonCentral Station11:38SunderlandCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Northern goes from Central Station, Preston (United Kingdom) at 18/09/2026 05:44:00 to Central Station, Sunderland (United Kingdom) arriving at 18/09/2026 11:38:00. 50 Economy ticket for £97 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 54m
Cheapest Trains Friday
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TransPennine Express3h 48m010:19PrestonCentral Station14:07SunderlandCentral Station0EconomyA Train from TransPennine Express goes from Central Station, Preston (United Kingdom) at 20/09/2026 10:19:00 to Central Station, Sunderland (United Kingdom) arriving at 20/09/2026 14:07:00. 50 Economy ticket for £97 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 48m
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TransPennine Express3h 54m011:08PrestonCentral Station15:02SunderlandCentral Station0EconomyA Train from TransPennine Express goes from Central Station, Preston (United Kingdom) at 20/09/2026 11:08:00 to Central Station, Sunderland (United Kingdom) arriving at 20/09/2026 15:02:00. 50 Economy ticket for £97 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 54m
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Northern4h 42m011:42PrestonCentral Station16:24SunderlandCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Northern goes from Central Station, Preston (United Kingdom) at 20/09/2026 11:42:00 to Central Station, Sunderland (United Kingdom) arriving at 20/09/2026 16:24:00. 50 Economy ticket for £97 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 42m
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What are the fastest trips from Preston to Sunderland?
You can get to Sunderland from Preston in just 3h 45m with a Train from TransPennine Express. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.
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TransPennine Express3h 45m005:36PrestonCentral Station09:21SunderlandCentral Station0EconomyA Train from TransPennine Express goes from Central Station, Preston (United Kingdom) at 18/09/2026 05:36:00 to Central Station, Sunderland (United Kingdom) arriving at 18/09/2026 09:21:00. 50 Economy ticket for £97 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 45m
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TransPennine Express3h 48m005:36PrestonCentral Station09:24SunderlandCentral Station0EconomyA Train from TransPennine Express goes from Central Station, Preston (United Kingdom) at 18/09/2026 05:36:00 to Central Station, Sunderland (United Kingdom) arriving at 18/09/2026 09:24:00. 50 Economy ticket for £97 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 48m
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Northern5h 54m005:44PrestonCentral Station11:38SunderlandCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Northern goes from Central Station, Preston (United Kingdom) at 18/09/2026 05:44:00 to Central Station, Sunderland (United Kingdom) arriving at 18/09/2026 11:38:00. 50 Economy ticket for £97 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 54m
Fastest Trains Friday
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TransPennine Express3h 48m010:19PrestonCentral Station14:07SunderlandCentral Station0EconomyA Train from TransPennine Express goes from Central Station, Preston (United Kingdom) at 20/09/2026 10:19:00 to Central Station, Sunderland (United Kingdom) arriving at 20/09/2026 14:07:00. 50 Economy ticket for £97 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 48m
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TransPennine Express3h 54m011:08PrestonCentral Station15:02SunderlandCentral Station0EconomyA Train from TransPennine Express goes from Central Station, Preston (United Kingdom) at 20/09/2026 11:08:00 to Central Station, Sunderland (United Kingdom) arriving at 20/09/2026 15:02:00. 50 Economy ticket for £97 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 54m
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Northern4h 42m011:42PrestonCentral Station16:24SunderlandCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Northern goes from Central Station, Preston (United Kingdom) at 20/09/2026 11:42:00 to Central Station, Sunderland (United Kingdom) arriving at 20/09/2026 16:24:00. 50 Economy ticket for £97 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 42m
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Bus from Preston to Sunderland
What are the most popular stations in Preston and Sunderland?
In Preston, you will usually depart from Little Oaks Coach Stop, Coach Station or Central Station, while in Sunderland you will be arriving at Central Station, Dame Dorothy Street or Interchange, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.
How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience
Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Sunderland from Preston? With 3 connections between 2 Train operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.
Look for the lowest price
Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Preston and Sunderland, you can pay as low as £97 with a Train from TransPennine Express.Travel duration
Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Train from TransPennine Express: you will get to Sunderland in just 3h 45m.Comfort makes all the difference
You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Preston and Sunderland are TransPennine Express and Northern, but be sure to check what they have to offer!Save money with deals, and always compare
One last tip? Even if you live in Preston and Sunderland is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Bamber Bridge or to East Boldon, and look at flights from Blackpool Airport, and landing at Durham Tees Valley Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!Which companies offer a trip from Preston to Sunderland?
The most popular companies between Preston and Sunderland, are TransPennine Express and Northern. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.
Train companies: TransPennine Express and Northern
All you need to know when you travel from Preston to Sunderland
Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Preston to Sunderland. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.
FAQs about the trip from Preston to Sunderland
How can I reach Sunderland from Preston?
Every day, there are on average 3 connections between Train, with which you can get to Sunderland from Preston.
How far is Sunderland from Preston?
The distance between Preston and Sunderland is 153.3 km.
What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Preston and Sunderland?
Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance.
On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 4 kgs of CO2, a train 5 kgs, a car 26 kgs, and a flight 38 kgs.
What is the cheapest mode of transport from Preston to Sunderland?
You can get to Sunderland with just £97 by taking a Train from TransPennine Express.
What is the fastest way to get from Preston to Sunderland?
While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Sunderland in just 3h 45m with a Train from TransPennine Express.
More routes to Preston and to Sunderland
Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Preston and to Sunderland. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
