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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Sunderland to Milton Keynes
Cheapest price
£121
Average price
£122
Fastest journey
4 h 49 m
Average duration
5 h 7 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
321 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Sunderland to Milton Keynes is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sunderland to Milton Keynes will cost around £122 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £121.
Of the 2 trains that leave Sunderland for Milton Keynes 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 321 km distance in an average of 5 h 7 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 49 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 24 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, coach and flight for Sunderland to Milton Keynes
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Sunderland to Milton Keynes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £21. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 14m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £21, and a flight costs an average of £39.
Distance: 321 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
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£119 Average Price | £34 Average Price Cheapest | £138 Average Price |
6h 32m Average total duration 6h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 40m Average total duration 9h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 14m Average total duration Fastest 1h 14m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Sunderland to Milton Keynes train times
The table below shows live departures for Sunderland to Milton Keynes trains for today, Friday 7 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 04:50 Sunderland | 7h25 | 12:15 Milton Keynes | 0 changesdirect | |
| 07:00 Sunderland | 5h07 | 12:07 Milton Keynes | 0 changesdirect | |
| 08:12 Sunderland | 4h55 | 13:07 Milton Keynes | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Sunderland to Milton Keynes
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Trains from Sunderland to Milton Keynes run on average 4 times per day, taking around 6h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £80 but you can travel from only £21 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 01:46, the last at 18:47. The fastest train covers the 321 km distance in 4h 39m.
Distance 321 km |
Average train duration 6h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price £80 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 4h 39m |
First train 01:46 |
Last train 18:47 |
Train companies: Northern Rail (3) from Sunderland to Milton Keynes trainsNorthern Rail (3) trains will get you between Sunderland and Milton Keynes from £21. 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 Milton Keynes train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sunderland to Milton Keynes 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 Milton Keynes, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Sunderland and Milton Keynes
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Dining
Accessibility
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
- 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
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Information Desk
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 04:45 - 22:00 Saturday 06:00 - 22:00 Sunday 06:45 - 21:30 Peak demand is 0700-1000 1630-1830 Mon-Fri
- Type of shops available: Convenience store Passport Photo Booth
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are accessible - situated on the concourse and at the front of the station outside the main entrance
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- 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: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on 1 and 3. Please be advised the non-accessible toilets on Platforms 1 and 2 are locked out of use until further notice. The National key toilets are located on the Main Concourse (operated by a RADAR key), Platform 1 and Platform 3. A RADAR key is available from station staff upon request. Passengers in possession of a RADAR key can access the toilets at all times. The toilet facilities are available: Monday - Sunday 05:00-23:00.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Front of station
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 0248 997
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
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