The cheapest and fastest trains from London to Sunderland
Cheapest price
£72
Average price
£92
Fastest journey
3 h 17 m
Average duration
3 h 25 m
Trains per day
24
Distance
387 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London to Sunderland is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Sunderland will cost around £92 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £72.
Of the 24 trains that leave London 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 387 km distance in an average of 3 h 25 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 17 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 27 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.
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Compare train, coach and flight for London to Sunderland
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from London to Sunderland among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £16. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 22m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £16, and a flight costs an average of £48.
Distance: 387 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
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£96 Average Price | £29 Average Price Cheapest | £251 Average Price |
4h 24m Average total duration 3h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 11m Average total duration 6h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 22m Average total duration Fastest 1h 22m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | 1.2 - 2.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
London to Sunderland train times
The table below shows live departures for London to Sunderland trains for tomorrow, Saturday 17 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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C14497 | On time 08:00 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 3h40 | 11:40 Sunderland station (SUN) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y11930+ TW075200 | On time 08:03 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 3h42 | 11:45 Sunderland station (SUN) | 1 change | |
C41052+ G93334 | On time 08:30 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 3h30 | 12:00 Sunderland station (SUN) | 1 change | |
C41052+ TW076600 | On time 08:30 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 3h27 | 11:57 Sunderland station (SUN) | 1 change | |
C40967+ G90795 | On time 08:33 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 3h50 | 12:23 Sunderland station (SUN) | 1 change | |
C40967+ TW078900 | On time 08:33 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 3h48 | 12:21 Sunderland station (SUN) | 1 change | |
C41055+ TW081500 | On time 09:03 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 3h42 | 12:45 Sunderland station (SUN) | 1 change | |
Y11931+ TW083100 | On time 09:30 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 3h27 | 12:57 Sunderland station (SUN) | 1 change | |
Y11931+ G93341 | On time 09:30 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 3h30 | 13:00 Sunderland station (SUN) | 1 change | |
Y11883+ TW069700 | On time 09:33 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 3h48 | 13:21 Sunderland station (SUN) | 1 change | |
Y11883+ G90799 | On time 09:33 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 3h51 | 13:24 Sunderland station (SUN) | 1 change | |
C41111+ TW072100 | On time 10:03 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 3h42 | 13:45 Sunderland station (SUN) | 1 change | |
C08178+ TW072100 | On time 10:15 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 3h30 | 13:45 Sunderland station (SUN) | 1 change | |
C08178+ G93353 | On time 10:15 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 3h45 | 14:00 Sunderland station (SUN) | 1 change | |
C41059+ TW073700 | On time 10:30 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 3h27 | 13:57 Sunderland station (SUN) | 1 change | |
C41059+ G93353 | On time 10:30 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 3h30 | 14:00 Sunderland station (SUN) | 1 change | |
C07116 | On time 11:00 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 3h17 | 14:17 Sunderland station (SUN) | 0 changesdirect | |
C41064+ TW079000 | On time 11:03 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 3h42 | 14:45 Sunderland station (SUN) | 1 change | |
C41066+ TW080200 | On time 11:30 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 3h27 | 14:57 Sunderland station (SUN) | 1 change | |
C41066+ G93363 | On time 11:30 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 3h31 | 15:01 Sunderland station (SUN) | 1 change | |
Y11887+ G90811 | On time 11:33 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 3h51 | 15:24 Sunderland station (SUN) | 1 change | |
Y11887+ TW083200 | On time 11:33 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 3h48 | 15:21 Sunderland station (SUN) | 1 change | |
Y11944+ TW069800 | On time 12:03 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 3h42 | 15:45 Sunderland station (SUN) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London to Sunderland
Trains from London to Sunderland run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £48 but you can travel from only £16 by coach.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:48, the last at 23:00. The fastest train covers the 387 km distance in 3h 14m.
Distance 387 km |
Average train duration 3h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price £48 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 3h 14m |
First train 04:48 |
Last train 23:00 |
Train companies: Grand Central Trains, LNER, Lumo, First Hull Trains, East Midlands Trains from London to Sunderland trainsGrand Central Trains, LNER, Lumo, First Hull Trains, East Midlands Trains trains will get you between London and Sunderland from £16. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Trains from London to Sunderland
The best route between these two cities is the Grand Central Railway service departing from Kings Cross. This is a punctual and efficient service which typically takes 3.5 hours from London to Sunderland. Trains leave hourly during the day but less frequently in the evenings and at the weekend. The first direct train on a weekday morning is around 09.00 a.m. with the last train at night departing just after 08.00 p.m.
Which train companies go from London to Sunderland?
Grand Central Trains as well as Virgin Trains services both run direct from London Kings Cross to Sunderland station.
How long is the train from London to Sunderland?
The average journey time for trains running from London to Sunderland is about 3.5 hours. This can vary depending on if travellers have to change trains and what time of day they are travelling.
When are the first and last trains of the day from London to Sunderland?
The first direct service from London to Sunderland is just after 8am, the last direct service of the day is about 8pm. Travellers can also get from London to Sunderland earlier or later by choosing to change trains part way through the journey, although this takes considerably longer.
Where do trains from London to Sunderland depart from and arrive to?
All direct services from London depart from Kings Cross station, trains arrive into the main Sunderland Station.
FAQs: London to Sunderland train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London 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 London and Sunderland
- Mon - Fri: 05:00 - 01:36
- Sat: 05:00 - 00:36
- Sun: 05:30 - 01:36
- Free, unlimited Wi-Fi in the station.
- Located by the entrance of Platform 9 provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00.
- Type of shops available: Cafes, bars, kiosks, restaurants, delicatessens, confectioners, groceries, food and drink to eat in or take away. clothes, stationery, flowers, photo processing, mobile phones, bureau de change, shoe repairs, key cutting, Pharmacy and prescriptions, optician, fitness, health and beauty services.
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Caffè Nero
- Starbucks
- The Pasty Shop
- Upper Crust
- Giraffe World Kitchen
- Black Sheep Coffee
- Hotel Chocolat
- Leon
- Pret a Manger
- Wasabi
- & more
- Taxi: The taxi rank is situated on Pancras Road just outside of the station.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are located at the taxi rank situated on Pancras Road just outside of the station. The taxi rank is located outside the station on Pancras Road. There is a help point at the taxi rank that can be used to request disability assistance. All London Black Cabs can accommodate wheelchair passengers without wheelchair users having to leave their wheelchair.
- There is step-free access in the whole station to all platforms. There are elevators between the concourse and Mezzanine and London Underground ticket hall.
- Toilets Location: The toilets including accessible toilets are located next to platform 9. There also toilets on the Mezzanine Level.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Accessible toilets are located next to platform 9 and can be operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Point A Hotel, London Kings Cross St Pancras
- Premier Inn London Kings Cross Hotel
- St. Pancras Renaissance Hotel London
- Mon - Fri: 05:00 - 01:36
- Sat: 05:00 - 00:36
- Sun: 05:30 - 01:36
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platforms 1, 8 & 9
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Located near the main entrance.
- Underground lines: Circle, Piccadilly, Hammersmith & City, Northern, Metropolitan, Victoria
- Bus lines: 10, 17, 30, 45, 46, 59, 63, 73, 91, 205, 214, 259, 390, 476
- Train lines: Thameslink, Grand Central, Hull, London North Eastern, Gatwick Express
- Metro: N/A
- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 05:00 - 23:59
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Level access to platforms, lifts to airport facilities. Ticket Office is step free. Wheelchair users can board trains with ease as the platforms are level with the trains.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Onward travel information: National Rail trains serving London Paddington National Express coaches to Victoria Coach Station and Gatwick Airport London Underground
- Metro: Connection available with the London Underground (Piccadilly Line)
- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 06:30 - 22:00
- Type of shops available: News agent Flower stall Hairdresser Shoe repairer Wide range of shops Pharmacy Convenience store High street shops Off Licence Passport Photo Booth
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: There is step free access at London Victoria Rail Station to the Victoria Line on the Underground. This can be accessed via the Cardinal Place entrance to the underground.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: Main concourse
- Accessible taxis: Available on request Taxi rank outside main station entrance
- Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Sunday 24 Hours a Day
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: Toilets are situated on the central concourse and adjacent to platform 2. A changing place facility is available for use by disabled passengers in London Victoria. The space has a height-adjustable adult-sized changing bench, hoist, extra wide rolls of paper, and non-slip floors. The space is located on the central concourse in the main toilet facilities. If you, or a passenger you are accompanying, requires use of the changing place room, please speak to a member of staff or contact our control centre on 020 7922 6243 so we can help you gain access.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Hudson's Place and Central Concourse
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets,Male toilets,
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Car Park Upper Level (Victoria Place), above Gatwick Express.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Onward travel information: Victoria Bus Station at Station Front
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: When weekend engineering dictate that replacement bus services will operate, these will usually depart from the immediate Station front/Terminus Place. Travel from London Victoria is usually conveyed by London Buses in these instances. Check posters and staff for more details.
- Metro: Underground services: Victoria Line, District Line and Circle Line
- 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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