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London to Sunderland Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from London to Sunderland, starting from $10.30 and averaging $38.78. The entire journey takes no more than 3h 21m. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Fri, Jul 11
Sat, Jul 12
From $19.05
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From $19.05
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From $19.05
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Wed, Jul 16
From $10.30
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Departure	Arrival	Duration	Operator	Find Tickets
05:48 London Kings Cross	09:21 Sunderland	3h 33m, Changes required	Tyne & Wear Metro	Find Tickets
05:48 London Kings Cross	10:01 Sunderland	4h 13m, Changes required		Find Tickets
06:15 London Kings Cross	10:21 Sunderland	4h 6m, Changes required	Tyne & Wear Metro	Find Tickets
07:00 London Kings Cross	10:33 Sunderland	3h 33m, Changes required	Tyne & Wear Metro	Find Tickets
07:00 London Kings Cross	10:36 Sunderland	3h 36m, Changes required		Find Tickets
07:30 London Kings Cross	11:21 Paris	3h 51m, Changes required	Tyne & Wear Metro	Find Tickets View More Trains

London to Sunderland Train Route Details

First train

05:48

Last train

23:33

Departure station

London

Arrival station

Sunderland

Journey time

3h 21m

Distance

242 miles

Price

$10.30*

Train operators

CrossCountry, Tyne & Wear Metro, Northern

How to book cheap train tickets from London to Sunderland

Season Tickets for frequent travel

For frequent travelers between London and Sunderland, consider a Season Ticket, providing unlimited travel between specified stations for different durations, such as weekly, monthly, annual, or flexi. Alongside substantial savings, enjoy the convenience of not having to buy a ticket for each journey.

Network Railcard for South East England

By purchasing a Network Railcard for only £30 per year, unlock incredible savings of up to 1/3 on every ticket for your travels within London and the South East. With this Railcard in hand, you can enjoy reduced costs on various ticket types, including Standard or Super Off-Peak Tickets.

Traveling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from London to Sunderland during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from London to Sunderland for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from London to Sunderland, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making traveling from London to Sunderland more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

London to Sunderland Train Ticket Types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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