The cheapest and fastest trains from Sunderland station (SUN) to Middlesbrough station (MBR)
Cheapest price
£4
Average price
£4
Fastest journey
51 m
Average duration
55 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
38 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Sunderland station (SUN) to Middlesbrough station (MBR) 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 Middlesbrough station (MBR) will cost around £4 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £4.
Of the 2 trains that leave Sunderland station (SUN) for Middlesbrough station (MBR) every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 38 km distance in an average of 55 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 51 m .
The slowest trains will take 59 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 and coach for Sunderland station (SUN) to Middlesbrough station (MBR)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Sunderland station (SUN) to Middlesbrough station (MBR) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £3. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 40m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £3, and a coach costs an average of £5.
Distance: 38 km
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1h 26m Average total duration 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 10m Average total duration Fastest 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Sunderland station (SUN) to Middlesbrough station (MBR) train times
The table below shows live departures for Sunderland station (SUN) to Middlesbrough station (MBR) 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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![]() | 09:02 Sunderland station (SUN) | 0h57 | 09:59 Middlesbrough station (MBR) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Sunderland station (SUN) to Middlesbrough station (MBR)
Trains from Sunderland station (SUN) to Middlesbrough station (MBR) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £3 if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:27, the last at 21:07. The fastest train covers the 38 km distance in 51m.
Distance 38 km |
Average train duration 56m |
Cheapest ticket price £3 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 51m |
First train 05:27 |
Last train 21:07 |
Train companies: Northern Rail (3) from Sunderland station (SUN) to Middlesbrough station (MBR) trainsNorthern Rail (3) trains will get you between Sunderland station (SUN) and Middlesbrough station (MBR) from £3. 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 Middlesbrough station (MBR) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sunderland station (SUN) to Middlesbrough station (MBR) 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 Middlesbrough station (MBR), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Sunderland station (SUN) and Middlesbrough station (MBR)
- 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 05:30 - 19:30 Saturday 05:30 - 19:30 Sunday 08:15 - 19:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step free access is provided from the station entrance to all platforms. Lifts are used to provide level access from the subway to both platforms, the booking hall and concourse. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance throughout the station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay).
- 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 ticket machines note: The ticket machine is located within the Booking Hall.
- 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 the Station Concourse. The National key toilets are located on the Station Concourse; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on the Station Concourse; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Storage Locations: On the station concourse - space for 86 cycles Wood Street Car Park - space for 28 cycles
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off in the layby on Bridge Street at the rear of the station.

