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Sunderland to Helensburgh train prices and times

Looking to travel from Sunderland to Helensburgh? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as AU$ 45.36, with average prices for this route around AU$ 45.36.

To get the best deals, we' d recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Operator	Find Tickets
23:57 10h 17m, No direct Sunderland	10:14 +1 Helensburgh Central	Tyne & Wear Metro	Find Tickets
23:57 10h 47m, No direct Sunderland	10:44 +1 Paris	Tyne & Wear Metro	Find Tickets

Sunderland to Helensburgh train route details

First train

06:24

Last train

23:57

Departure station

Sunderland

Arrival station

Helensburgh

Journey time

4h 7m

Distance

244 km

Price

AU$ 45.36*

Train Operators

CrossCountry, Tyne & Wear Metro, Caledonian Sleeper

How to book cheap train tickets from Sunderland to Helensburgh

Travelling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Sunderland to Helensburgh can result in significant cost savings.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Sunderland to Helensburgh for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16-25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're travelling from Sunderland to Helensburgh, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn’t require leaving your seat.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Sunderland to Helensburgh ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make travelling from Sunderland to Helensburgh more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Sunderland to Helensburgh train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with its own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for Split tickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for Split tickets is 30%.

Trains from Sunderland to Helensburgh from AU$ 45.36

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Sunderland to Helensburgh train prices and times

Sunderland to Helensburgh train route details