How much is the train ticket from Sunderland to Darlington?

The cheapest train tickets from Sunderland to Darlington start from $20. The average price for this train route is around $21. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Sunderland to Darlington?

The average train ride duration from Sunderland to Darlington is 1h 18m, covering a distance of 28 miles (45 km). The quickest train can get you there in 56m and is operated by Grand Central .

Which train operators service the Sunderland to Darlington route?

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

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Sunderland to Darlington?

The earliest train departs from Sunderland to Darlington at 7:14am. And the latest train departs at 4:36pm.

What 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.

Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Sunderland to Darlington?

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

Which train operator has the most timely service from Sunderland to Darlington?

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

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.

Train Sunderland to Darlington from $20

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Sunderland to Darlington on December 11
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:12am	Sunderland	1h 41m	8:53am	Darlington	No tags
Train	8:38am	Sunderland	1h 15m	9:53am	Darlington	No tags
Train	4:36pm	Sunderland	1h 18m	5:54pm	Darlington	No tags
Train	4:37pm	Sunderland	1h 41m	6:18pm	Darlington	No tags
Train	6:01pm	Sunderland	1h 50m	7:51pm	Darlington	No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Sunderland to Darlington

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Darlington. The journey takes about 1 hour 18 minutes and with fares starting at just $20, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day

1h 18mAverage Duration

28 milesDistance

1kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$25 - $25	Average Duration1h 10m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$20 - $21	Average Duration1h 18m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Northern

4/526 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness4.5

Cleanliness5

Wifi3.2

Grand Central

5/57 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness4

Wifi4

Train and bus companies in GB:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, FlixTrain, Amtrak Acela

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Sunderland to Darlington by train

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

How much is the train ticket from Sunderland to Darlington?
The cheapest train tickets from Sunderland to Darlington start from $20. The average price for this train route is around $21. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Sunderland to Darlington?
The average train ride duration from Sunderland to Darlington is 1h 18m, covering a distance of 28 miles (45 km). The quickest train can get you there in 56m and is operated by Grand Central.
Which train operators service the Sunderland to Darlington route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 2 trains available per day, including services from Northern, Grand Central.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Sunderland to Darlington?
The earliest train departs from Sunderland to Darlington at 7:14am. And the latest train departs at 4:36pm.
What 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.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Sunderland to Darlington?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Grand Central has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.0.
Which train operator has the most timely service from Sunderland to Darlington?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely train operator on this route is Grand Central, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
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?

The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time1h 10m	Avg Price$25	Daily Departures1
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time1h 18m	Avg Price$21	Daily Departures2

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 $21 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $20. 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!