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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Milton Keynes to Sunderland
Cheapest price
£104
Average price
£111
Fastest journey
5 h 16 m
Average duration
5 h 24 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
321 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Milton Keynes to Sunderland is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Milton Keynes to Sunderland will cost around £111 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £104.
Of the 2 trains that leave Milton Keynes 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 321 km distance in an average of 5 h 24 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 16 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 31 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 Milton Keynes to Sunderland
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Milton Keynes to Sunderland among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £20. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 12m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £20, and a flight costs an average of £53.
Distance: 321 km
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£131 Average Price | £248 Average Price | £29 Average Price Cheapest |
5h 24m Average total duration 4h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 12m Average total duration Fastest 1h 12m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 8h 3m Average total duration 7h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Milton Keynes to Sunderland train times
The table below shows live departures for Milton Keynes to Sunderland trains for tomorrow, Friday 7 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 04:50 Milton Keynes | 5h31 | 10:21 Sunderland | 0 changesdirect | |
| 07:05 Milton Keynes | 5h16 | 12:21 Sunderland | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Milton Keynes to Sunderland
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Trains from Milton Keynes to Sunderland run on average 4 times per day, taking around 4h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £82 but you can travel from only £20 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:39, the last at 22:02. The fastest train covers the 321 km distance in 4h 41m.
Distance 321 km |
Average train duration 4h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price £82 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 4h 41m |
First train 05:39 |
Last train 22:02 |
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FAQs: Milton Keynes to Sunderland train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Milton Keynes 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.
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Important Stations and Airports in Milton Keynes and Sunderland
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- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 04:45 - 22:00 Saturday 06:00 - 22:00 Sunday 06:45 - 21:30 Peak demand is 0700-1000 1630-1830 Mon-Fri
- Type of shops available: Convenience store Passport Photo Booth
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are accessible - situated on the concourse and at the front of the station outside the main entrance
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on 1 and 3. Please be advised the non-accessible toilets on Platforms 1 and 2 are locked out of use until further notice. The National key toilets are located on the Main Concourse (operated by a RADAR key), Platform 1 and Platform 3. A RADAR key is available from station staff upon request. Passengers in possession of a RADAR key can access the toilets at all times. The toilet facilities are available: Monday - Sunday 05:00-23:00.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Front of station
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 0248 997
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
ParkingDiningAccessibility
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Lost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking- 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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