How much does a train ticket cost from Sunderland to York?

The cheapest train tickets from Sunderland to York start from £25. The average price for this train route is around £26. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Sunderland to York?

The average train journey time from Sunderland to York is 1h 31m, covering a distance of 67 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1h 28m and is operated by Grand Central .

Which train operators serve the Sunderland to York route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 2 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from Sunderland to York departs at 08:29. And the latest train departs at 18:14.

Train Sunderland to York from £24

Next train departures

Next departures from Sunderland to York on 13 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:29	Sunderland	1h 38m	10:07	York	Cheapest
Train	15:31	Sunderland	1h 36m	17:07	York	Fastest
Train	08:29	Sunderland	1h 38m	10:07	York	No tags
Train	15:31	Sunderland	1h 36m	17:07	York	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Saturday at 15:34 GMT.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Sunderland to York

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach York. The journey takes about 4 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just £15, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7bus per day

4h 10mAverage duration

67 milesDistance

3kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£15 - £32	Average duration4h 10m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£25 - £44	Average duration1h 31m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£6 - £6	Average duration1h 20m	CO₂ emissions 4kg 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 Wi-Fi. Grand Central ticket prices on this trip start at £25

GB train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, FlixTrain, Amtrak Acela

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Sunderland to York by train

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

How much does a train ticket cost from Sunderland to York?
The cheapest train tickets from Sunderland to York start from £25. The average price for this train route is around £26. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Sunderland to York?
The average train journey time from Sunderland to York is 1h 31m, covering a distance of 67 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1h 28m and is operated by Grand Central.
Which train operators serve the Sunderland to York route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 2 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Sunderland to York?
The earliest train from Sunderland to York departs at 08:29. And the latest train departs at 18:14.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

09/12

£25

10/12

£25

Today

£25

12/12

£25

13/12

£25

14/12

£25

15/12

£25

16/12

£25

The cheapest trip from Sunderland to York was searched and found on 15 Dec 2025 with a price of £25

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

You can expect to pay from £25 to £41 for a train ticket from Sunderland to York based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £25, which is on 2025-12-15.