Train from London to Sunderland: Tickets & Timetables

Next train departures

Next departures from London to Sunderland on 13 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Grand CentralTrain
King's Cross
SunderlandCheapestFastest
Grand CentralTrain
King's Cross
SunderlandNo tags
Grand CentralTrain
King's Cross
SunderlandNo tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from London to Sunderland

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Sunderland. The journey takes about 3 hours 27 minutes and with fares starting at just £25, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3train per day
3h 27mAverage duration
239 milesDistance
9kgCO₂ emissions
Bus
Average price£13 - £100Average duration7h 15m
9kg CO₂e
Train
Average price£25 - £144Average duration3h 27m
9kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average price£26 - £49Average duration5h 10m
16kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from London to Sunderland by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

  1. How much does a train ticket cost from London to Sunderland?

    The cheapest train tickets from London to Sunderland start from £25. The average price for this train route is around £79. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from London to Sunderland?

    The average train journey time from London to Sunderland is 3h 27m, covering a distance of 239 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 3h 14m and is operated by Grand Central.

  3. Which train operators serve the London to Sunderland route?

    Several major train operators run on this route with 3 trains available per day, including services from Grand Central, London North Eastern Railway.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from London to Sunderland?

    The earliest train from London to Sunderland departs at 07:48. And the latest train departs at 19:27.

  5. Which is the best train operator from London to Sunderland?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Grand Central, with an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 7 reviews.

  6. Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from London to Sunderland?

    According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator London North Eastern Railway has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

  7. Which train operator has the most punctual service from London to Sunderland?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Grand Central, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

  8. Which train operator has the cleanest trains from London to Sunderland?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is London North Eastern Railway, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
10/12
£90
11/12
£91
Today
£75
13/12
£91
14/12
£70
15/12
£64
16/12
£70
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from London to Sunderland was searched and found on 15 Dec 2025 with a price of £64

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from London to Sunderland as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £64 to £136 for a train ticket from London to Sunderland based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £64, which is on 2025-12-15.

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