- Must visit
Sunderland Museum & Winter Gardens
Main city museum covering Sunderland’s history, archaeology, and changing exhibitions. A practical introduction to the city and region.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Blaydon to Sunderland
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Blaydon to Sunderland run on average 6 times per day, taking around 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:31, the last at 22:29. The fastest train covers the 22 km distance in 33m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 22 km |
Average train duration 37m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 33m |
First train 6:31 |
Last train 22:29 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 28 days |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Train companies: Northern Rail, Northern Trains Limited from Blaydon to Sunderland trainsNorthern Rail, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Blaydon and Sunderland from £6. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Northern Rail
About
Northern Trains is a publicly owned train operating company in the United Kingdom, headquartered in York. It runs local and commuter services across the north of England, connecting regions including the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire, and the Humber coastline. As part of the National Rail network, Northern operates under a coordinated fare and ticketing system alongside other UK train companies.Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Anytime Day, single, return, and season tickets, with only one class option available: Standard. Onboard amenities may include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and refreshments on select services. Popular routes include connections between major northern cities such as Manchester, Liverpool, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
34m
Cheapest Price
£3
Northern Rail frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most services with drinks and snacks. Some stations have cafes and shops
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking advance tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
Northern Trains Limited
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
33m
Cheapest Price
£6
Northern Trains Limited frequency
17 a day
Complete guide to Sunderland
Things to do in Sunderland
Discover the best of Sunderland — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Sunderland trip today.
- Must visit
National Glass Centre
Glass-focused museum with exhibitions, demonstrations, and studio activity reflecting Sunderland’s industrial heritage and creative scene.
- Recommended
North East Land, Sea and Air Museums
Volunteer-run museum at the restored station featuring vintage trams, buses, and transport displays. Best for engineering and family visits.
- Must visit
Roker Beach
Long sandy seafront with promenade, cafés nearby, and broad views. Popular for walking, sea air, and classic coastal Sunderland scenes.
- Recommended
Seaburn
Seaside area north of Roker with beach, promenade, and open views. A relaxed place for walks and a local feel beyond the city centre.
- Recommended
Mowbray Park
Historic public park beside the museum and winter gardens. It offers flower beds, monuments, and a central green break in the city.
- Gluten-free
Panackelty
Panackelty is a North East comfort dish of layered potatoes, onions and corned beef or bacon, slowly baked. It is a long-standing Wearside home staple.
- Vegetarian
- Gluten-free
Pease Pudding
Pease pudding is a thick split-pea savoury paste, often served with ham or stotties. It is a classic staple across Sunderland and the wider North East.
Stottie Cake
Stottie cake is a dense round North East bread, usually split and filled with ham and pease pudding. It is strongly associated with local working-class food culture.
Latimer's Seafood Deli and Cafe
Popular seafront seafood restaurant at Roker serving fish, shellfish and classic British dishes in a relaxed modern setting.
Angelo's Ristorante
Well-known city centre Italian restaurant with pizzas, pasta and grilled dishes. Lively, dependable and good for casual meals.
Spice Empire
Established Indian restaurant known for curries, tandoori dishes and friendly service. Comfortable setting close to the city centre.
Pound sterling (£)
Generally cheaper than London and many UK tourist cities, with lower hotel rates, modest dining prices and reasonably priced local transport.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £6-12 for fast food or a basic meal.
- Mid-range
- £15-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £45+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £2.50-4 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common for good service if not already added. Round up taxi fares; cafés usually do not expect tips.
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Prices
- Single ticket
- £2.50
- Day pass
- £5.00
To the city centre
Sunderland Station -> Park Lane Interchange, Sunderland
- Distance
- 0.5 km
- Travel time
- 5 min
- Contactless payment is available on Go North East and Stagecoach buses, but Nexus states the £2.50 single and £5.00 day cap apply when using Pop Pay As You Go on Metro.
- Sunderland Station is about 500 metres from central Sunderland, and Park Lane Interchange is a short walk for onward buses across the city.
FAQs: Blaydon to Sunderland train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Blaydon 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.
The cost of a train ticket from Blaydon to Sunderland can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £6, while the average price tends to be around £9.
The train journey from Blaydon to Sunderland covers a distance of 22 km and takes approximately 33m. Trains run 6 per day.
The train distance from Blaydon to Sunderland is 22 km.
The first train from Blaydon to Sunderland leaves at 6:31.
The last train from Blaydon to Sunderland departs at 22:29.
Trains from Blaydon to Sunderland run approximately 6 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Blaydon to Sunderland.
Yes, there is a direct train between Blaydon and Sunderland. The service operates 1 times per day, provided by Northern Rail, Northern Trains Limited.
To get from Blaydon to Sunderland, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Blaydon to Sunderland.
The train station in Blaydon that goes to Sunderland is Blaydon station (BLO), and it arrives at Sunderland station (SUN).
The cheapest way to get from Blaydon to Sunderland is by train, costing approximately £6.
Booking trains from Blaydon to Sunderland in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Blaydon to Sunderland offers views of the Tyne and Wear countryside, passing through urban and suburban landscapes, with glimpses of the River Tyne, making it moderately scenic.
Yes, a day trip from Blaydon to Sunderland is feasible with a travel time of 33m and a distance of 22 km. The frequency of trains is 5 times per day.
A 2 to 3-day visit to Sunderland is typically sufficient to explore its main attractions, including the Sunderland Museum, Winter Gardens, and Roker Beach, while also allowing time to enjoy local dining and shopping experiences.
Yes, you can take the train from Blaydon to Sunderland.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Blaydon and Sunderland
Most Blaydon to Sunderland trains use the Blaydon to Sunderland station pair, with some services arriving at Seaburn. Use this guide to compare Blaydon and Sunderland train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Blaydon
Arrival train stations in Sunderland
Which Blaydon station do trains to Sunderland leave from?
Trains from Blaydon to Sunderland leave from Blaydon. The station is from Blaydon city centre at Blaydon station, Tyne Street, Blaydon-on-Tyne, Tyne and Wear, NE21 4JB.
BlaydonBlaydon station, Tyne Street, Blaydon-on-Tyne, Tyne and Wear, NE21 4JB+44 800 200 6060
City-centre transport
Getting to Blaydon from Blaydon city centre
Location for Rail Replacement ServicesPick Up / Drop Off outside station entrance on slip road.
MetroNexus 0191 203 3333
Blaydon train station facilities and services
Blaydon has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Blaydon.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Blaydon: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Blaydon: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Blaydon: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B Station, There is ramped access to both platforms at the station, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Sunderland station do trains from Blaydon arrive at?
Trains from Blaydon to Sunderland most often arrive at Sunderland. Some services arrive at Seaburn, so check your ticket before travel to confirm your Sunderland arrival station.
SunderlandSunderland station, Athenaeum Street, Sunderland, Tyne and Wear, SR1 3HP
City-centre transport
Getting to Sunderland from Sunderland city centre
Onward travel informationBusline 0871 200 2233
Location for Rail Replacement ServicesPick Up / Drop Off in Fawcett Street, near to the Travel Centre entrance in Athenaeum Street, outside Wilkinsons.
MetroTyne and Wear metro station close to the station. 0191 203 3333
Sunderland train station facilities and services
Sunderland has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Sunderland.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Sunderland.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Sunderland: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Sunderland: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Sunderland: 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.
Seaburn
City-centre transport
Getting to Seaburn from Sunderland city centre
Seaburn is 2 km from Sunderland city centre. Public transport options include:
BusE2, 23 · 10m · £4 · every ~8 min
9, 24 · 14m · every ~19 min
SubwayGrn · 5m · £4 · every ~19 min
Seaburn train station facilities and services
Seaburn has practical services for this route, including Dining, WC and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Seaburn.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Seaburn: WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Seaburn: Bike Parking.
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