Train from Sunderland to Darlington: Tickets & Timetables

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Next departures from Sunderland to Darlington on 12 December
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Sunderland to Darlington

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Darlington. The journey takes about 1 hour 18 minutes and with fares starting at just R 336, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day
1h 18mAverage duration
45 kmDistance
1kgCO₂ emissions
Bus
Average priceR 423 - R 423Average duration1h 10m
1kg CO₂e
Average priceR 336 - R 356Average duration1h 18m
1kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Sunderland to Darlington by train

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

  1. How much is the train ticket from Sunderland to Darlington?

    The cheapest train tickets from Sunderland to Darlington start from R 336. The average price for this train route is around R 354. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

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

    The average train journey time from Sunderland to Darlington is 1h 18m, covering a distance of 45 km. The quickest train can get you there in 56m and is operated by Grand Central.

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

    Several major train operators serve this route, with 2 trains available per day, including services from Northern, Grand Central.

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

    The earliest train from Sunderland to Darlington departs at 07:14. And the latest train departs at 16:36.

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

    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 Sunderland to Darlington?

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Grand Central has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.0.

  7. Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Sunderland to Darlington?

    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 Sunderland to Darlington?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Northern, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

What's the cheapest way to go from Sunderland to Darlington?

busbud logoThe train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

The best way to travel between Sunderland and Darlington is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost R 354 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from R 336. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Darlington, choose the train, as it will take you from Sunderland to Darlington in about 1h 10m – that's the fastest way to get there!

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