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Get from Hartlepool to Sunderland
The journey takes about 24 minutes, and with fares starting at just £5, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Hartlepool to Sunderland by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much does a train ticket cost from Hartlepool to Sunderland?
The cheapest train tickets from Hartlepool to Sunderland start from £5. The average price for this train route is around £6. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Hartlepool to Sunderland?
The average train journey time from Hartlepool to Sunderland is 24m, covering a distance of 17 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 24m and is operated by Northern.
Which train operators serve the Hartlepool to Sunderland route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 12 trains available per day, including services from Northern, Grand Central.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Hartlepool to Sunderland?
The earliest train from Hartlepool to Sunderland departs at 07:06. And the latest train departs at 17:10.
Which is the best train operator from Hartlepool to Sunderland?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Grand Central, with an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 7 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Hartlepool to Sunderland?
According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Grand Central has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.0.
Which train operator has the most punctual service from Hartlepool to Sunderland?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Grand Central, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Hartlepool to Sunderland?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Northern, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Hartlepool to Sunderland was searched and found on 18 Feb 2026 with a price of £5To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Hartlepool to Sunderland as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £5 to £12 for a train ticket from Hartlepool to Sunderland based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £5, which is on 2026-02-18.
