The cheapest and fastest trains from Sunderland to Kingston upon Thames
Cheapest price
£66
Average price
£73
Fastest journey
5 h 3 m
Average duration
5 h 24 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
395 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Sunderland to Kingston upon Thames is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sunderland to Kingston upon Thames will cost around £73 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £66.
Of the 3 trains that leave Sunderland for Kingston upon Thames 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 395 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 3 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 58 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 and train for Sunderland to Kingston upon Thames
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Sunderland to Kingston upon Thames among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £45. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 31m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £45, and a train costs an average of £65.
Distance: 395 km
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5h 1m Average total duration Fastest 4h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 21m Average total duration 7h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Sunderland to Kingston upon Thames train times
The table below shows live departures for Sunderland to Kingston upon Thames trains for tomorrow, Sunday 9 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 06:13 Sunderland | 5h03 | 11:16 Kingston upon Thames | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 07:02 Sunderland | 5h58 | 13:00 Kingston upon Thames | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 07:06 Sunderland | 5h10 | 12:16 Kingston upon Thames | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Sunderland to Kingston upon Thames
Trains from Sunderland to Kingston upon Thames run on average 2 times per day, taking around 4h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £65 but you can travel from only £45 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:04, the last at 18:18. The fastest train covers the 395 km distance in 4h 36m.
Distance 395 km |
Average train duration 4h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price £65 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 4h 36m |
First train 05:04 |
Last train 18:18 |
Train companies: LNER from Sunderland to Kingston upon Thames trainsLNER trains will get you between Sunderland and Kingston upon Thames from £45. 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 Kingston upon Thames train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sunderland to Kingston upon Thames 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 Kingston upon Thames, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Sunderland and Kingston upon Thames
- 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 06:40 - 20:30 Saturday 06:40 - 20:30 Sunday 08:30 - 18:00
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step-free category A Station - This station has step-free access to all platforms. Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 2. The National key toilets are located on Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff upon request. A 'National Key Scheme' key [RADAR] can be purchased by contacting the following. Address: 12 City Forum, 250 City Road, London, EC1V 8AF. Tel: 020 7250 3222. Minicom: 020 7250 4119. Fax: 020 7250 0212. Email: [email protected]
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: One on each platform
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Cromwell Road (A308) Bus Station Stand A4
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:40 - 20:25 Saturday 07:10 - 20:25 Sunday 09:10 - 16:40
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Step-free category B1 Station. Step-free access to all platforms - may include long or steep ramps. Access between platforms may be via the street. - There is step free access via ramps to both platforms. Interchange via a stepped subway.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1. The toilet facilities are only available during Ticket Office opening hours.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Waiting rooms location: Platform 1. Waiting room is heated. Seating is compliant with code of practice.
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platforms 1 & 2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point
- Helpline Contact: 0800 5282100
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of Station off Coombe Road (A238)
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