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The cheapest and fastest trains from Sunderland to Croydon
Showing times and prices for 06 Nov
Cheapest price
£105
Average price
£105
Fastest journey
5 h 55 m
Average duration
5 h 55 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
401 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Sunderland to Croydon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sunderland to Croydon will cost around £105 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £105.
Fast trains
Of the 1 trains that leave Sunderland for Croydon every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 401 km distance in an average of 5 h 55 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 55 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 55 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.
04:505h55
Sunderland10:45Croydon
£1051One-way
0 changes
04:505h55
Sunderland10:45Croydon
£1051One-way
0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Sunderland to Croydon
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Sunderland to Croydon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £28. 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 £28, and a flight costs an average of £357.
Distance: 401 km
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Sunderland to Croydon train times
Showing trains for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 03:44
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04:50 Sunderland | 5h55 | 10:45 Croydon | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Sunderland to Croydon
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Sunderland to Croydon run on average 2 times per day, taking around 4h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £61 but you can travel from only £28 by coach.
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £28
Distance 401 km |
Average train duration 4h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price £61 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 4h 36m |
First train 02:10 |
Last train 19:30 |
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £28
Train companies: LNER, Grand Central Trains from Sunderland to Croydon trainsLNER, Grand Central Trains trains will get you between Sunderland and Croydon from £28. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
LNER
About
LNER is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a wide range of services, from high-speed intercity trains to local services. Its most popular routes include London to Edinburgh, London to Leeds, and London to York. LNER offers a variety of train types, including the Azuma, InterCity 225, and HST. The Azuma is a modern, high-speed train that offers comfortable seating and onboard Wi-Fi. The InterCity 225 is a classic train that offers a more traditional experience. The HST is a high-speed train that offers a smooth ride and plenty of legroom. LNER offers a variety of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak. Advance tickets are the cheapest option and must be booked in advance. Anytime tickets are more expensive but can be used at any time. Off-Peak tickets are the most affordable option for travelling during off-peak times. Onboard facilities include comfortable seating, Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. LNER also offers a range of discounts and special offers, making it an affordable and convenient way to travel.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 36m
Cheapest Price
£61
LNER frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund available if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, and light meals. First Class passengers receive complimentary refreshments
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are included with Advance tickets. Optional for other ticket types at £0-£2 per person depending on route
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 pets per passenger
Quiet zone
Grand Central Trains
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 54m
Cheapest Price
£82
Grand Central Trains frequency
5 a day
FAQs: Sunderland to Croydon train
FAQs: Travel by train from Sunderland to Croydon easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Sunderland to Croydon.
The train distance from Sunderland to Croydon is 401 km.
The train journey from Sunderland to Croydon covers a distance of 401 km and takes approximately 4h 36m. Trains run 2 per day.
The first train from Sunderland to Croydon leaves at 2:10.
Booking trains from Sunderland to Croydon in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The last train from Sunderland to Croydon departs at 19:30.
The cost of a train ticket from Sunderland to Croydon can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £61, while the average price tends to be around £84.
The cheapest way to get from Sunderland to Croydon is by coach, costing approximately £28.
The train station in Sunderland that goes to Croydon is Sunderland station (SUN), and it arrives at East Croydon (ECR).
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Sunderland to Croydon.
Trains from Sunderland to Croydon run approximately 2 times per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Sunderland to Croydon.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Sunderland to Croydon.
There is no night train service from Sunderland to Croydon.
To get from Sunderland to Croydon, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Sunderland and Croydon
Sunderland
Croydon
The major train station for departures in Sunderland is Sunderland. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Sunderland for your trip from Sunderland to Croydon.
Amenities at train station
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:15 - 18:00 Saturday 06:15 - 18:00 Sunday 08:00 - 17:00
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- 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
Public transport options for Sunderland
- 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
Stadium of Light
Amenities at train station
DiningATMWCBike Parkinginformation
Distance to city center
1 kmSt Peters
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisWCHotelBike Parkinginformation
The major train station for arrivals in Croydon is East Croydon. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at East Croydon for your journey to Croydon from Sunderland.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
ShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotel
LoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 24 Hours a Day Saturday 24 Hours a Day Sunday 24 Hours a Day
Distance to city center
1 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: Shoe repairer Wide range of shops Off Licence Passport Photo Booth
Parking
- Car Park: No
Taxis
- Taxi: YES
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free access to all platforms. Lifts to overbridge from all platforms and side entrance. Long steep ramps to platforms from main entrance. (over 1:10 gradient). Assistance Meeting Point is the Information Point on station concourse.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: There are heated waiting rooms and covered waiting areas on each platform
Bike Parking
- Storage location: Station front, opposite Platform 6
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for East Croydon
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement buses pick up / drop off at the bus stop on Dingwall Road.
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:55 - 20:05 Saturday 05:55 - 20:25 Sunday 08:00 - 16:45
Distance to city center
5 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Taxis
- Taxi: YES
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to all platforms. Assistance Meeting Point is on platform 6 above the waiting room.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: Platforms 2/3 and 4/5
- National key toilets: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: There are heated waiting rooms on platform 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6. The waiting room on platform 6 has one small step to access. Seating is also available on platforms 3, 4, 5 and 6
Bike Parking
- Storage location: Station front
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:20 - 19:45 Saturday 06:20 - 19:45 Sunday 08:10 - 15:45
Distance to city center
2 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: This is a Category C station: This station does not have step-free access. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: There is an unheated waiting area on platform 1, 4 & 5
Bike Parking
- Storage location: Located outside the station entrance, by the car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:25 - 20:15 Saturday 06:25 - 20:15 Sunday 08:10 - 17:45
Shopping
- Type of shops available: News agent High street shops
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: B2 station category. Step free access available for platform 1 and 3 using the London Road car park entrance . This side gate is kept locked but has help buttons to request use. Step-free access via separate entrance to platform 4 (to Sutton).
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 4
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for West Croydon
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus Stop B5 in Station Road Due to ongoing works, the stops for Rail Replacement bus services at West Croydon bus station are subject to regular change. Please check with local staff if intending to use this service.
- Metro: London Trams (formerly Tramlink) services to Elmers End, Beckenham Junction and New Addington via East Croydon
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