The cheapest and fastest trains from Sunderland station (SUN) to London Kings Cross (KGX)
Cheapest price
£49
Average price
£89
Fastest journey
3 h 28 m
Average duration
3 h 33 m
Trains per day
48
Distance
384 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Sunderland station (SUN) to London Kings Cross (KGX) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sunderland station (SUN) to London Kings Cross (KGX) will cost around £89 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £49.
Of the 48 trains that leave Sunderland station (SUN) for London Kings Cross (KGX) 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 384 km distance in an average of 3 h 33 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 28 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 36 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.
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L01418Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Sunderland station (SUN) to London Kings Cross (KGX)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Sunderland station (SUN) to London Kings Cross (KGX) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £20. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 17m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £20, and a flight costs an average of £94.
Distance: 384 km
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£86 Average Price | £231 Average Price | £28 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 58m Average total duration 3h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 17m Average total duration Fastest 1h 17m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 7h 19m Average total duration 6h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Sunderland station (SUN) to London Kings Cross (KGX) train times
The table below shows live departures for Sunderland station (SUN) to London Kings Cross (KGX) trains for today, Wednesday 26 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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L01411 | On time 06:46 Sunderland station (SUN) | 3h28 | 10:14 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 changesdirect | |
W49322+ W28156 | On time 07:08 Sunderland station (SUN) | 3h38 | 10:46 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
Y04331+ Y23274 | On time 07:56 Sunderland station (SUN) | 3h42 | 11:38 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
A22794+ Y23276 | On time 08:12 Sunderland station (SUN) | 3h36 | 11:48 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
A22915+ Y23278 | On time 08:48 Sunderland station (SUN) | 3h51 | 12:39 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
L01412 | On time 08:53 Sunderland station (SUN) | 3h38 | 12:31 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y01567+ Y23280 | On time 09:09 Sunderland station (SUN) | 3h39 | 12:48 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
A22880+ Y23280 | On time 09:12 Sunderland station (SUN) | 3h36 | 12:48 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
W50827+ P00105 | On time 09:32 Sunderland station (SUN) | 4h06 | 13:38 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
A22830+ P00105 | On time 09:48 Sunderland station (SUN) | 3h50 | 13:38 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
A22792+ W28158 | On time 10:12 Sunderland station (SUN) | 3h35 | 13:47 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
L01418 | On time 10:17 Sunderland station (SUN) | 3h36 | 13:53 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 changesdirect | |
W50844+ Y23288 | On time 10:31 Sunderland station (SUN) | 4h08 | 14:39 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
A22913+ Y23288 | On time 10:48 Sunderland station (SUN) | 3h51 | 14:39 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
Y01504+ Y23291 | On time 11:07 Sunderland station (SUN) | 3h41 | 14:48 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
A22878+ Y23291 | On time 11:12 Sunderland station (SUN) | 3h36 | 14:48 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
W50857+ Y23294 | On time 11:34 Sunderland station (SUN) | 4h04 | 15:38 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
A22828+ Y23294 | On time 11:48 Sunderland station (SUN) | 3h50 | 15:38 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
L01420 | 12:30 Sunderland station (SUN) | 3h36 | 16:06 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 changesdirect | |
W50875+ Y23300 | On time 12:31 Sunderland station (SUN) | 4h07 | 16:38 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
A22911+ Y23300 | 12:48 Sunderland station (SUN) | 3h50 | 16:38 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
Y01501+ Y23303 | On time 13:07 Sunderland station (SUN) | 3h41 | 16:48 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
A22876+ Y23303 | 13:12 Sunderland station (SUN) | 3h36 | 16:48 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
W50887+ Y23306 | On time 13:32 Sunderland station (SUN) | 4h08 | 17:40 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
A22840+ Y23306 | On time 13:36 Sunderland station (SUN) | 4h04 | 17:40 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
A22826+ C23829+ L15065 | On time 13:48 Sunderland station (SUN) | 3h56 | 17:44 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2 changes | |
A22788+ Y23309 | On time 14:12 Sunderland station (SUN) | 3h38 | 17:50 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
W50894+ Y23312 | On time 14:30 Sunderland station (SUN) | 4h11 | 18:41 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
A22909+ Y23312 | On time 14:48 Sunderland station (SUN) | 3h53 | 18:41 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
Y01551+ Y23315 | On time 15:09 Sunderland station (SUN) | 3h39 | 18:48 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
A22874+ Y23315 | On time 15:12 Sunderland station (SUN) | 3h36 | 18:48 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
L01423 | 15:29 Sunderland station (SUN) | 3h38 | 19:07 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 changesdirect | |
W50903+ Y23318 | On time 15:30 Sunderland station (SUN) | 4h08 | 19:38 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
A22824+ Y23318 | On time 15:48 Sunderland station (SUN) | 3h50 | 19:38 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
A22786+ Y23321 | On time 16:12 Sunderland station (SUN) | 3h37 | 19:49 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
W50911+ Y23324 | On time 16:33 Sunderland station (SUN) | 4h05 | 20:38 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
A22919+ Y23324 | On time 16:36 Sunderland station (SUN) | 4h02 | 20:38 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
Y01507+ W28164 | On time 17:07 Sunderland station (SUN) | 3h37 | 20:44 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
A22872+ W28164 | 17:12 Sunderland station (SUN) | 3h32 | 20:44 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
L01427 | 17:30 Sunderland station (SUN) | 3h36 | 21:06 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 changesdirect | |
A22822+ Y23330 | On time 17:48 Sunderland station (SUN) | 3h51 | 21:39 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
W49459+ Y23333 | On time 18:28 Sunderland station (SUN) | 3h40 | 22:08 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
Y04254+ Y23337 | On time 19:30 Sunderland station (SUN) | 4h04 | 23:34 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
A22852+ Y23337 | On time 19:32 Sunderland station (SUN) | 4h02 | 23:34 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
Y04270+ W28167 | On time 20:29 Sunderland station (SUN) | 4h36 | 01:05 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
A22932+ Y23342 | On time 20:33 Sunderland station (SUN) | 4h41 | 01:14 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
A22903+ W28167 | On time 20:47 Sunderland station (SUN) | 4h18 | 01:05 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Sunderland station (SUN) to London Kings Cross (KGX)
Trains from Sunderland station (SUN) to London Kings Cross (KGX) run on average 11 times per day, taking around 3h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £35 but you can travel from only £20 by coach.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:52, the last at 19:47. The fastest train covers the 384 km distance in 3h 17m.
Distance 384 km |
Average train duration 3h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price £35 |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 3h 17m |
First train 04:52 |
Last train 19:47 |
Train companies: Grand Central Trains, LNER, Lumo from Sunderland station (SUN) to London Kings Cross (KGX) trainsGrand Central Trains, LNER, Lumo trains will get you between Sunderland station (SUN) and London Kings Cross (KGX) from £20. 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 station (SUN) to London Kings Cross (KGX) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sunderland station (SUN) to London Kings Cross (KGX) 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 London Kings Cross (KGX), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Sunderland station (SUN) and London Kings Cross (KGX)
- 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
- Mon - Fri: 05:00 - 01:36
- Sat: 05:00 - 00:36
- Sun: 05:30 - 01:36
- Free, unlimited Wi-Fi in the station.
- Located by the entrance of Platform 9 provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00.
- Type of shops available: Cafes, bars, kiosks, restaurants, delicatessens, confectioners, groceries, food and drink to eat in or take away. clothes, stationery, flowers, photo processing, mobile phones, bureau de change, shoe repairs, key cutting, Pharmacy and prescriptions, optician, fitness, health and beauty services.
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Caffè Nero
- Starbucks
- The Pasty Shop
- Upper Crust
- Giraffe World Kitchen
- Black Sheep Coffee
- Hotel Chocolat
- Leon
- Pret a Manger
- Wasabi
- & more
- Taxi: The taxi rank is situated on Pancras Road just outside of the station.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are located at the taxi rank situated on Pancras Road just outside of the station. The taxi rank is located outside the station on Pancras Road. There is a help point at the taxi rank that can be used to request disability assistance. All London Black Cabs can accommodate wheelchair passengers without wheelchair users having to leave their wheelchair.
- There is step-free access in the whole station to all platforms. There are elevators between the concourse and Mezzanine and London Underground ticket hall.
- Toilets Location: The toilets including accessible toilets are located next to platform 9. There also toilets on the Mezzanine Level.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Accessible toilets are located next to platform 9 and can be operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Point A Hotel, London Kings Cross St Pancras
- Premier Inn London Kings Cross Hotel
- St. Pancras Renaissance Hotel London
- Mon - Fri: 05:00 - 01:36
- Sat: 05:00 - 00:36
- Sun: 05:30 - 01:36
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platforms 1, 8 & 9
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Located near the main entrance.
- Underground lines: Circle, Piccadilly, Hammersmith & City, Northern, Metropolitan, Victoria
- Bus lines: 10, 17, 30, 45, 46, 59, 63, 73, 91, 205, 214, 259, 390, 476
- Train lines: Thameslink, Grand Central, Hull, London North Eastern, Gatwick Express
- Metro: N/A
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