The cheapest and fastest trains from Sunderland to Stockton-on-Tees
Cheapest price
£3
Average price
£3
Fastest journey
45 m
Average duration
45 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
38 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Sunderland to Stockton-on-Tees is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sunderland to Stockton-on-Tees will cost around £3 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £3.
Of the 3 trains that leave Sunderland for Stockton-on-Tees 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 38 km distance in an average of 45 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 45 m .
The slowest trains will take 45 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 to Stockton-on-Tees
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Sunderland to Stockton-on-Tees 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 train which can get you there in 45m. 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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Live departures
Sunderland to Stockton-on-Tees train times
The table below shows live departures for Sunderland to Stockton-on-Tees trains for tomorrow, Sunday 30 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 07:51 Sunderland | 0h45 | 08:36 Stockton-on-Tees | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 08:52 Sunderland | 0h45 | 09:37 Stockton-on-Tees | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 09:52 Sunderland | 0h45 | 10:37 Stockton-on-Tees | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Sunderland to Stockton-on-Tees
Trains from Sunderland to Stockton-on-Tees run on average 5 times per day, taking around 45m. 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 06:25, the last at 22:07. The fastest train covers the 38 km distance in 44m.
Distance 38 km |
Average train duration 45m |
Cheapest ticket price £3 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 44m |
First train 06:25 |
Last train 22:07 |
Train companies: Northern Rail (3) from Sunderland to Stockton-on-Tees trainsNorthern Rail (3) trains will get you between Sunderland and Stockton-on-Tees 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 to Stockton-on-Tees train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sunderland to Stockton-on-Tees 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 Stockton-on-Tees, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Sunderland and Stockton-on-Tees
- 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
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - Station is unstaffed. Step free access to both platforms via ramped footbridge. No problems to get on to the Middlesbrough bound platform as level access.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Onward travel information: None close by. Contact Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off on the main road at the bottom of the station access road.
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