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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Newcastle to Sunderland
Cheapest price
£2
Average price
£2
Fastest journey
17 m
Average duration
19 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
17 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Newcastle to Sunderland is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Newcastle to Sunderland will cost around £2 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £2.
Of the 6 trains that leave Newcastle for Sunderland every day 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 17 km distance in an average of 19 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 17 m .
The slowest trains will take 20 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.
P286559:410h20Newcastle station (NCL)10:01Sunderland station (SUN)£21One-way0 changes- P286458:390h20Newcastle station (NCL)8:59Sunderland station (SUN)£21One-way0 changes
- C3180910:050h18Newcastle station (NCL)10:23Sunderland station (SUN)£21One-way0 changes
- P2866810:400h20Newcastle station (NCL)11:00Sunderland station (SUN)£21One-way0 changes
- C317978:070h17Newcastle station (NCL)8:24Sunderland station (SUN)£31One-way0 changes
- C317978:070h17Newcastle station (NCL)8:24Sunderland station (SUN)£31One-way0 changes
- C3180910:050h18Newcastle station (NCL)10:23Sunderland station (SUN)£21One-way0 changes
- C318039:050h19Newcastle station (NCL)9:24Sunderland station (SUN)£31One-way0 changes
- P286559:410h20Newcastle station (NCL)10:01Sunderland station (SUN)£21One-way0 changes
- P286458:390h20Newcastle station (NCL)8:59Sunderland station (SUN)£21One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Newcastle to Sunderland
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Newcastle to Sunderland among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £2. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 21m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £2, and a coach costs an average of £5.
Distance: 17 km
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Live departures
Newcastle to Sunderland train times
The table below shows live departures for Newcastle to Sunderland trains for today, Monday 20 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| C31797 | On time 8:07 Newcastle station (NCL) | 0h17 | 8:24 Sunderland station (SUN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P28645 | On time 8:39 Newcastle station (NCL) | 0h20 | 8:59 Sunderland station (SUN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C31803 | On time 9:05 Newcastle station (NCL) | 0h19 | 9:24 Sunderland station (SUN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P28655 | On time 9:41 Newcastle station (NCL) | 0h20 | 10:01 Sunderland station (SUN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C31809 | On time 10:05 Newcastle station (NCL) | 0h18 | 10:23 Sunderland station (SUN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P28668 | On time 10:40 Newcastle station (NCL) | 0h20 | 11:00 Sunderland station (SUN) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Newcastle to Sunderland
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Trains from Newcastle to Sunderland run on average 8 times per day, taking around 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £2 if you book in advance.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:00, the last at 23:14. The fastest train covers the 17 km distance in 17m.
Distance 17 km |
Average train duration 21m |
Cheapest ticket price £2 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 17m |
First train 6:00 |
Last train 23:14 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 4 days |
Train companies: Northern Rail, London North Eastern Railway from Newcastle to Sunderland trainsNorthern Rail, London North Eastern Railway trains will get you between Newcastle and Sunderland from £2. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Newcastle to Sunderland train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Newcastle 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 Newcastle and Sunderland
Most Newcastle to Sunderland trains use the Newcastle to Sunderland station pair. Use this guide to compare Newcastle and Sunderland train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Newcastle from Newcastle city centre
Newcastle train station facilities and services
Newcastle has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, Pumpkin Cafe Shop, AMT Coffee, Burger King, The Centurion, Destination 1850, Pasta Station
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi available in the station. ATMs are the ATM is located within the main station building.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 21:20, Sun: 07:30 - 21:20. Information desks are information desk is available in the main station building on the concourse.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Newcastle: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Newcastle: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Newcastle: Step-free access throughout station, elevators, accessible ticket machine, wheelchairs available.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include The County Hotel, Newcastle, Hampton by Hilton Newcastle, Royal Station Hotel.
Getting to Manors from Newcastle city centre
Manors train station facilities and services
Manors has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Manors.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manors: Parking, Taxis.
Bike and car services
Available at Manors: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manors: 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 only access to the platforms is via a stepped footbridge, 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.
Which Sunderland station do trains from Newcastle arrive at?
Getting to Sunderland from Sunderland city centre
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.
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