The cheapest and fastest trains from Aberdeen to Sunderland
Cheapest price
£62
Average price
£84
Fastest journey
4 h 45 m
Average duration
4 h 54 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
253 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Aberdeen to Sunderland is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Aberdeen to Sunderland will cost around £84 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £62.
Of the 2 trains that leave Aberdeen for Sunderland every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 253 km distance in an average of 4 h 54 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 45 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 3 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.




Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Aberdeen to Sunderland
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Aberdeen to Sunderland among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £17. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £17, and a flight costs an average of £117.
Distance: 253 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£86 Average Price | £28 Average Price Cheapest | £188 Average Price |
4h 59m Average total duration 4h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 25m Average total duration 6h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Aberdeen to Sunderland train times
The table below shows live departures for Aberdeen to Sunderland trains for today, Tuesday 2 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 04:57 Aberdeen | 5h03 | 10:00 Sunderland | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 08:52 Aberdeen | 4h45 | 13:37 Sunderland | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Aberdeen to Sunderland
Trains from Aberdeen to Sunderland run on average 3 times per day, taking around 4h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £37 but you can travel from only £17 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:39, the last at 19:08. The fastest train covers the 253 km distance in 4h 45m.
Distance 253 km |
Average train duration 4h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price £37 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 4h 45m |
First train 05:39 |
Last train 19:08 |
Train companies: LNER, ScotRail, CrossCountry from Aberdeen to Sunderland trainsLNER, ScotRail, CrossCountry trains will get you between Aberdeen and Sunderland from £17. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Aberdeen to Sunderland train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Aberdeen to Sunderland by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Sunderland, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Aberdeen and Sunderland
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access is available via College Street.
- The Silver Darling
- Moonfish Cafe
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- £0.30
- Residence Inn Aberdeen
- Hilton Aberdeen TECA
- Jurys Inn Aberdeen
- Located in the main concourse
- 80 places, covered
- Enterprise
- Europcar
- Located in the main concourse
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and platforms
- Hall 2: waiting area and shops
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: ScotRail services
- National Rail services
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:15 - 18:00 Saturday 06:15 - 18:00 Sunday 08:00 - 17:00
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station, Lifts to all platforms for disabled passengers from the North end of the station. Open for all services.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Located on the North Concourse and accepts cash and cards.
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Onward travel information: Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off in Fawcett Street, near to the Travel Centre entrance in Athenaeum Street, outside Wilkinsons.
- Metro: Tyne and Wear metro station close to the station. 0191 203 3333
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