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Outbound fromSunderland to London Kings Cross by train
It takes an average of 3h 32m to travel from Sunderland to London Kings Cross by train, over a distance of around 239 miles (384 km). There are normally 12 trains per day travelling from Sunderland to London Kings Cross and tickets for this journey start from £21.80 when you book in advance.
| First train | 05:44 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 18:14 | |
| Departure station | Sunderland | |
| Arrival station | London Kings Cross | |
| Journey time | From 3h 17m | |
| Distance | 239 miles (384 km) | |
| Frequency | 12 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
| Price | From £21.80 | |
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How to travel from Sunderland to London Kings Cross by train
Want to travel from Sunderland to London Kings Cross by train? Start your journey with us.
On average, it takes around 4h 1m to travel from Sunderland to London Kings Cross by train, and you'll usually find 11 trains running along the route daily for 239 miles (384 km). You won’t need to worry about making any changes along the way either as direct trains are available. Want to reach your destination quickly? With LNER and Grand Central Railway, you can get to London Kings Cross in just 3h 26m on the fastest services. You’ll also get to enjoy free WiFi on board.
Train travel is significantly better for the environment than other modes of transport, such as car and plane. In fact, you save 67% on CO2 emissions when you choose train over car*.
If you want to snap up the cheapest fares, book an Off-Peak time and get a Railcard. You can check ticket prices in our Journey Planner at the top of the page.
Ready to book? Start your search for train tickets from Sunderland to London Kings Cross with us today. Keep reading for more information, including our timetable where you can view first and last train times, as well as tips on how to find cheap train tickets.
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Cheap train tickets from Sunderland to London Kings Cross
Book in advance
Look out for Advance tickets – they usually come out up to 12 weeks before the departure date and can be cheaper than buying on the day. If you’re here a tad early, sign up for our Advance ticket alert today to get notified when your tickets are released.
Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Sunderland to London Kings Cross is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
Split your tickets
Download our app to find split tickets — courtesy of SplitSave, our handy feature which 'splits' your train tickets where possible to find you a better deal. Learn more about the clever tech behind split tickets, and how to spot SplitSave discounts in our app.
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.
Why should I travel by train from Sunderland to London?
If you want to travel from Sunderland to London, choose the more sustainable option - choose train!
Go green
Taking the train instead of driving lowers your CO2 impact by a whopping 67%.* Keep it simple, keep it low-carbon.
Save time & money
What's faster or cheaper than driving from Sunderland to London? Ah yes, that'd be the train. Cheaper even without a Railcard, too. Win for you. Win for the planet.
Bikes on board
In the UK, you can take your bike on the train, for free! Cool, huh? And, thanks to our bike reservation feature, travelling with your bike has never been easier.
Travel in style
Unlike flying or driving, going by train means no extra luggage charges or parking costs. Plus, you step off the train, right into the city-centre. Aaaand relax.
* Calculations are based on CO2 / passenger km, comparing an average petrol car, using statistics and conversion factors published in the government’s greenhouse gas reporting conversion factors published 7 June 2023 and revised 28 June 2023. See here for more.
Between Sunderland and London, 85% of journeys sold on Trainline from May 2022 to May 2023 were cheaper and faster by rail vs car.