The cheapest and fastest trains from Sunderland to Kettering
Cheapest price
£73
Average price
£73
Fastest journey
5 h 6 m
Average duration
5 h 6 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
282 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Sunderland to Kettering is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sunderland to Kettering will cost around £73 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £73.
Of the 1 trains that leave Sunderland for Kettering 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 282 km distance in an average of 5 h 6 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 6 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 6 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.
8:005h06Sunderland13:06Kettering£731One-way0 changes
8:005h06Sunderland13:06Kettering£731One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Sunderland to Kettering
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Sunderland to Kettering 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 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £16, and a flight costs an average of £122.
Distance: 282 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£99 Average Price | £24 Average Price Cheapest | £191 Average Price |
3h 52m Average total duration 3h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 35m Average total duration 5h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 15m Average total duration Fastest 1h 15m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Compare prices and tickets Sunderland to Kettering by coach, train or flight
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Why should you book Sunderland to Kettering trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs CrossCountry?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for CrossCountry, but also compare tickets for the likes of Northern Rail to find the best option for your trip from Sunderland to Kettering.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Trip?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Northern Rail to find the best option for your trip from Sunderland to Kettering.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus, train and flight to find the ideal travel option from Sunderland to Kettering.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Sunderland to Kettering
Trains from Sunderland to Kettering run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £73 but you can travel from only £16 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:50, the last at 15:36. The fastest train covers the 282 km distance in 4h 29m.
Distance 282 km |
Average train duration 3h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price £73 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 4h 29m |
First train 5:50 |
Last train 15:36 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 4 days |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Northern Rail from Sunderland to Kettering trainsCrossCountry, Northern Rail trains will get you between Sunderland and Kettering 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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FAQs: Sunderland to Kettering train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sunderland to Kettering 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 Kettering, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Sunderland and Kettering
- 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
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:30 Saturday 06:00 - 20:30 Sunday 08:00 - 21:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station. This station has step free access to all platforms. This station has tactile paving at the edge of all platforms.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- 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: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key. The radar key is available from the Ticket Office upon request.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 1 adjacent to lift and station managers office
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Coaches leave from the bus stop on Northfield Avenue, close to the junction with Station Road.
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