The cheapest and fastest trains from Billingham to Sunderland
Cheapest price
£5
Average price
£5
Fastest journey
40 m
Average duration
40 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
33 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Billingham to Sunderland is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Billingham to Sunderland will cost around £5 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £5.
Of the 2 trains that leave Billingham 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 33 km distance in an average of 40 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 40 m .
The slowest trains will take 40 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 and train for Billingham to Sunderland
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Billingham to Sunderland among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £3. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 40m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £3, and a coach costs an average of £5.
Distance: 33 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£4 Average Price Cheapest | £5 Average Price |
1h 10m Average total duration Fastest 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 29m Average total duration 1h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Billingham to Sunderland train times
The table below shows live departures for Billingham to Sunderland trains for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G93296 | On time 08:26 Billingham station (BIL) | 0h40 | 09:06 Sunderland station (SUN) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y26070 | On time 09:16 Billingham station (BIL) | 0h39 | 09:55 Sunderland station (SUN) | 0 changesdirect | |
G93317 | On time 10:16 Billingham station (BIL) | 0h39 | 10:55 Sunderland station (SUN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Sunday 21 December | |||||
![]() | 07:52 Billingham | 0h40 | 08:32 Sunderland | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Billingham to Sunderland
Trains from Billingham to Sunderland run on average 6 times per day, taking around 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £3 if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:25, the last at 22:07. The fastest train covers the 33 km distance in 39m.
Distance 33 km |
Average train duration 40m |
Cheapest ticket price £3 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 39m |
First train 06:25 |
Last train 22:07 |
Train companies: Northern Rail (3) from Billingham to Sunderland trainsNorthern Rail (3) trains will get you between Billingham and Sunderland from £3. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Billingham to Sunderland train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Billingham 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 Billingham and Sunderland
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category C station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station Station is unstaffed. No access for wheelchair users as the access to the platforms is via a stepped footbridge to an island platform
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: None close by. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stops on Marsh House Avenue; Tesco side for Middlesbrough, opposite side for Hartlepool
- 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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