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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Reading to Sunderland
Cheapest price
£97
Average price
£148
Fastest journey
5 h 8 m
Average duration
5 h 28 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
384 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Reading to Sunderland is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Reading to Sunderland will cost around £148 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £97.
Of the 3 trains that leave Reading for Sunderland every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 384 km distance in an average of 5 h 28 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 8 m .
The slowest trains will take 6 h 7 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 train, coach and flight for Reading to Sunderland
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Reading to Sunderland among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £54. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £54, and a flight costs an average of £120.
Distance: 384 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
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£119 Average Price | £60 Average Price Cheapest | £120 Average Price |
4h 30m Average total duration 4h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 37m Average total duration 8h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Reading to Sunderland train times
The table below shows live departures for Reading to Sunderland trains for tomorrow, Thursday 4 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02:54 Reading | 6h07 | 09:01 Sunderland | 0 changesdirect | |
| 07:13 Reading | 5h08 | 12:21 Sunderland | 0 changesdirect | |
| 07:24 Reading | 5h09 | 12:33 Sunderland | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Reading to Sunderland
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Reading to Sunderland run on average 4 times per day, taking around 4h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £73 but you can travel from only £54 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:39, the last at 18:49. The fastest train covers the 384 km distance in 5h 8m.
Distance 384 km |
Average train duration 4h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price £73 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 5h 8m |
First train 05:39 |
Last train 18:49 |
Train companies: Grand Central Trains from Reading to Sunderland trainsGrand Central Trains trains will get you between Reading and Sunderland from £54. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Reading to Sunderland train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Reading 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 Reading and Sunderland
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- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:15 - 22:45 Saturday 05:30 - 22:45 Sunday 07:15 - 22:45 Please note: Reservations and tickets requiring reservations are sold at the following times only: Mon - Sat 08:00 - 20:00 and Sun 09:00 - 20:00
- Car Park: Multi Storey Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: platforms can be reached via lift and bridge, ticket office is step free.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: Accessible low-level Pay Phone is available at the station main concourse. Please request staff assistance if you need to.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxi are available at the station entrance. please request staff assistance if you need to.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office and at the car park.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: Toilets are located on Station Platforms and in The Brunel Arcade building
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Front of station, underground short stay car park and long stay car park.
- Storage CCTV: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the North side of the station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityHotel
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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