How much is the train ticket from Sunderland to London?

The cheapest train tickets from Sunderland to London start at $55. The average price for this train route is around $103. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Sunderland to London?

The average train trip from Sunderland to London takes 3h 35m and covers 385 km. The quickest train gets you there in 3h 28m and is operated by Grand Central .

Which train operators serve the Sunderland to London route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 2 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from Sunderland to London departs at 8:32am. The latest train departs at 5:40pm.

Train Sunderland to London from $62

Next train departures

Next departures for Sunderland to London on January 26
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	3:32pm	Sunderland	3h 35m	7:07pm	King's Cross	CheapestFastest
	Train	3:32pm	Sunderland	3h 35m	7:07pm	King's Cross	No tags

Next departures for Sunderland to London on January 27
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:32pm	Sunderland	3h 35m	7:07pm	King's Cross	Cheapest
Train	8:32am	Sunderland	3h 35m	12:07pm	King's Cross	Fastest
Train	8:32am	Sunderland	3h 35m	12:07pm	King's Cross	No tags
Train	3:32pm	Sunderland	3h 35m	7:07pm	King's Cross	No tags

Next departures for Sunderland to London on January 28
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:32pm	Sunderland	3h 35m	7:07pm	King's Cross	Cheapest
Train	8:32am	Sunderland	3h 35m	12:07pm	King's Cross	Fastest
Train	8:32am	Sunderland	3h 35m	12:07pm	King's Cross	No tags
Train	3:32pm	Sunderland	3h 35m	7:07pm	King's Cross	No tags

Next departures for Sunderland to London on January 29
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:32pm	Sunderland	3h 35m	7:07pm	King's Cross	Cheapest
Train	8:32am	Sunderland	3h 35m	12:07pm	King's Cross	Fastest
Train	8:32am	Sunderland	3h 35m	12:07pm	King's Cross	No tags
Train	3:32pm	Sunderland	3h 35m	7:07pm	King's Cross	No tags

Next departures for Sunderland to London on January 30
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:32pm	Sunderland	3h 35m	7:07pm	King's Cross	Cheapest
Train	8:32am	Sunderland	3h 35m	12:07pm	King's Cross	Fastest
Train	8:32am	Sunderland	3h 35m	12:07pm	King's Cross	No tags
Train	3:32pm	Sunderland	3h 35m	7:07pm	King's Cross	No tags

Next departures for Sunderland to London on February 2
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:32pm	Sunderland	3h 35m	7:07pm	King's Cross	Cheapest
Train	8:32am	Sunderland	3h 35m	12:07pm	King's Cross	Fastest
Train	8:32am	Sunderland	3h 35m	12:07pm	King's Cross	No tags
Train	3:32pm	Sunderland	3h 35m	7:07pm	King's Cross	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to go from Sunderland to London

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach London. The journey takes about 3 hours 35 minutes, and with fares starting at just $55, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day

3h 35mAverage Duration

385 kmDistance

9kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$24 - $186	Average Duration7h 25m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$55 - $227	Average Duration3h 35m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$42 - $64	Average Duration5h 10m	CO₂ emissions 16kg CO₂e

Train companies

Grand Central

5/57 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness4

Wifi4

Based on 7 reviews, the company was rated 4.8 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the timeliness but often complained with the WiFi. Grand Central ticket prices on this trip start at $55

Grand Central Sunderland London recent customer reviews

It was nice

Bukola K.

September 25, 2025

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Sunderland to London 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 London?
The cheapest train tickets from Sunderland to London start at $55. The average price for this train route is around $103. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Sunderland to London?
The average train trip from Sunderland to London takes 3h 35m and covers 385 km. The quickest train gets you there in 3h 28m and is operated by Grand Central.
Which train operators serve the Sunderland to London route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 2 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Sunderland to London?
The earliest train from Sunderland to London departs at 8:32am. The latest train departs at 5:40pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

01-24

$138

01-25

$124

Today

$63

01-27

$62

01-28

$63

01-29

$63

01-30

$85

01-31

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The cheapest trip from Sunderland to London was searched and found on Jan 27, 2026 with a price of $62

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

You can expect to pay from $62 to $229 for a train ticket from Sunderland to London based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $62 which is on 2026-01-27.