The cheapest and fastest trains from Sunderland to Wellingborough
Cheapest price
£62
Average price
£119
Fastest journey
4 h 56 m
Average duration
5 h 1 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
293 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Sunderland to Wellingborough is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sunderland to Wellingborough will cost around £119 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £62.
Of the 2 trains that leave Sunderland for Wellingborough 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 293 km distance in an average of 5 h 1 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 56 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 5 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 Wellingborough
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Sunderland to Wellingborough among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £38. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £38, and a flight costs an average of £230.
Distance: 293 km
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5h 42m Average total duration 5h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 7h 20m Average total duration 6h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Sunderland to Wellingborough train times
The table below shows live departures for Sunderland to Wellingborough trains for tomorrow, Friday 28 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 04:50 Sunderland | 5h05 | 09:55 Wellingborough | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Sunderland to Wellingborough
Trains from Sunderland to Wellingborough run on average 2 times per day, taking around 5h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £143 but you can travel from only £38 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 06:42, the last at 18:11. The fastest train covers the 293 km distance in 4h 56m.
Distance 293 km |
Average train duration 5h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price £143 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 4h 56m |
First train 06:42 |
Last train 18:11 |
Train companies: Northern Rail (3) from Sunderland to Wellingborough trainsNorthern Rail (3) trains will get you between Sunderland and Wellingborough from £38. 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 Wellingborough train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sunderland to Wellingborough 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 Wellingborough, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Sunderland and Wellingborough
- 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, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 06:10 - 22:15 Sunday 07:45 - 22:15
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible taxis: A number of black cabs are available from the station front throughout the day. These are wheelchair accessible.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Additional Wheelchair available
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located at the front of the station. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key. The radar key is available from the Ticket Office upon request.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: adjacent to north car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Coaches will leave from the front of the station
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