The cheapest and fastest trains from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Sunderland station (SUN)
Cheapest price on Sep 14
Kč886
Average ticket price on Sep 14
Kč3031
Fastest journey on Sep 14
3 h 17 m
Average journey duration on Sep 14
3 h 20 m
Trains on Sep 14
49
Distance
384 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Sunderland station (SUN) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Sunderland station (SUN) will cost around Kč3031 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only Kč886.
On Mon, Sep 14, we found 49 trains from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Sunderland station (SUN), including 6 direct services.
On Mon, Sep 14 the direct trains cover the 384 km distance in an average of 3 h 20 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 17 m .
On Mon, Sep 14 the slowest trains will take 3 h 24 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
G80274+
TW0330008:03 PM3h45London Kings Cross (KGX)11:48 PMSunderland station (SUN)Kč8861One-way1 transfer
C002177:48 AM3h50London Kings Cross (KGX)11:38 AMSunderland station (SUN)Kč13281One-way0 transfers
G80273+
TW0268007:30 PM3h32London Kings Cross (KGX)11:02 PMSunderland station (SUN)Kč13731One-way1 transfer
Y148597:27 PM3h28London Kings Cross (KGX)10:55 PMSunderland station (SUN)Kč14831One-way0 transfers
G80215+
P286909:30 AM3h30London Kings Cross (KGX)1:00 PMSunderland station (SUN)Kč16111One-way1 transfer
Y148511:00 PM3h17London Kings Cross (KGX)4:17 PMSunderland station (SUN)Kč17101One-way0 transfers
C0020711:00 AM3h17London Kings Cross (KGX)2:17 PMSunderland station (SUN)Kč21821One-way0 transfers
Y148523:00 PM3h21London Kings Cross (KGX)6:21 PMSunderland station (SUN)Kč26151One-way0 transfers
Y148575:00 PM3h22London Kings Cross (KGX)8:22 PMSunderland station (SUN)Kč26151One-way0 transfers
G25677+
TW0317005:45 AM3h24London Kings Cross (KGX)9:09 AMSunderland station (SUN)Kč64431One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for London Kings Cross (KGX) to Sunderland station (SUN)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Sunderland station (SUN) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of Kč770 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 50m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of Kč770, while a flight costs an average of Kč6887.
Distance: 238 miles (384 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
Kč2414 Average price | Kč770 Average price Cheapest | Kč6887 Average price | Kč2446 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 50m Average total duration Fastest 3h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 26m Average total duration 6h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 56m Average total duration 1h 56m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 4h 52m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Sunderland station (SUN):
A bus is Kč1644 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Sunderland station (SUN) costing on average Kč2414.
A bus is Kč6117 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Sunderland station (SUN) costing on average Kč6887.
Other travel options to Sunderland station (SUN) take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 20m.
Bus takes on average 6h 56m.
The journey is about 1h 32m faster (3h 20m by train vs 4h 52m by car) and roughly Kč32 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (Kč2414 vs Kč2446). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Grand Central Trains, Grand Central Trains.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
London Kings Cross (KGX) to Sunderland station (SUN) train times
The table below shows live departures for London Kings Cross (KGX) to Sunderland station (SUN) trains for today, Sunday, September 13. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G80242+ A36626 | On time 2:03 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 3h44 | 5:47 PM Sunderland station (SUN) | 1 transfer | |
G80244+ A36619 | On time 2:30 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 3h32 | 6:02 PM Sunderland station (SUN) | 1 transfer | |
C02039+ A36612 | On time 2:33 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 3h44 | 6:17 PM Sunderland station (SUN) | 1 transfer | |
Y14854 | On time 3:00 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 3h24 | 6:24 PM Sunderland station (SUN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G80246+ A36598 | On time 3:03 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 3h44 | 6:47 PM Sunderland station (SUN) | 1 transfer | |
G80250+ A36592 | On time 3:30 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 3h32 | 7:02 PM Sunderland station (SUN) | 1 transfer | |
C01985+ A36585 | 3:33 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 3h44 | 7:17 PM Sunderland station (SUN) | 1 transfer | |
G80254+ A36571 | On time 4:00 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 3h47 | 7:47 PM Sunderland station (SUN) | 1 transfer | |
G25732+ A36571 | On time 4:13 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 3h34 | 7:47 PM Sunderland station (SUN) | 1 transfer | |
G80256+ TW010900 | On time 4:30 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 3h32 | 8:02 PM Sunderland station (SUN) | 1 transfer | |
Y14856 | On time 5:00 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 3h24 | 8:24 PM Sunderland station (SUN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G80258+ TW008800 | On time 5:03 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 3h44 | 8:47 PM Sunderland station (SUN) | 1 transfer | |
G80261+ TW008100 | 5:30 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 3h32 | 9:02 PM Sunderland station (SUN) | 1 transfer | |
G80149+ TW007400 | On time 5:34 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 3h43 | 9:17 PM Sunderland station (SUN) | 1 transfer | |
G80265+ TW006100 | On time 6:03 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 3h44 | 9:47 PM Sunderland station (SUN) | 1 transfer | |
G80269+ TW005500 | On time 6:30 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 3h32 | 10:02 PM Sunderland station (SUN) | 1 transfer | |
C01913+ TW004700 | On time 6:33 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 3h44 | 10:17 PM Sunderland station (SUN) | 1 transfer | |
Y14860 | On time 7:00 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 3h24 | 10:24 PM Sunderland station (SUN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G80271+ TW010100 | 7:03 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 3h44 | 10:47 PM Sunderland station (SUN) | 1 transfer | |
G80162+ TW008700 | On time 7:30 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 3h47 | 11:17 PM Sunderland station (SUN) | 1 transfer | |
C02104+ TW004600 | On time 7:34 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 4h14 | 11:48 PM Sunderland station (SUN) | 1 transfer | |
| Monday, September 14 | |||||
G25677+ TW031700 | 5:45 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 3h24 | 9:09 AM Sunderland station (SUN) | 1 transfer | |
C01971+ TW036100 | 5:48 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 3h57 | 9:45 AM Sunderland station (SUN) | 1 transfer | |
G80198+ TW037100 | 6:30 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 3h28 | 9:58 AM Sunderland station (SUN) | 1 transfer | |
C02049+ TW039900 | 6:33 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 3h48 | 10:21 AM Sunderland station (SUN) | 1 transfer | |
G80199+ TW025700 | 7:03 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 3h43 | 10:46 AM Sunderland station (SUN) | 1 transfer | |
G80203+ TW027400 | 7:30 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 3h27 | 10:57 AM Sunderland station (SUN) | 1 transfer | |
C02010+ TW030200 | 7:33 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 3h48 | 11:21 AM Sunderland station (SUN) | 1 transfer | |
C00217 | 7:48 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 3h50 | 11:38 AM Sunderland station (SUN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G80205+ TW033400 | 8:03 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 3h42 | 11:45 AM Sunderland station (SUN) | 1 transfer | |
G80209+ TW034800 | 8:30 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 3h27 | 11:57 AM Sunderland station (SUN) | 1 transfer | |
G80209+ P28679 | 8:30 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 3h30 | 12:00 PM Sunderland station (SUN) | 1 transfer | |
C02000+ C31829 | 8:33 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 3h50 | 12:23 PM Sunderland station (SUN) | 1 transfer | |
C02000+ TW037200 | 8:33 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 3h48 | 12:21 PM Sunderland station (SUN) | 1 transfer | |
G80211+ TW040000 | 9:03 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 3h42 | 12:45 PM Sunderland station (SUN) | 1 transfer | |
G80215+ TW041700 | 9:30 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 3h27 | 12:57 PM Sunderland station (SUN) | 1 transfer | |
G80215+ P28690 | 9:30 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 3h30 | 1:00 PM Sunderland station (SUN) | 1 transfer | |
C02036+ TW027500 | 9:33 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 3h48 | 1:21 PM Sunderland station (SUN) | 1 transfer | |
C02036+ C31837 | 9:33 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 3h51 | 1:24 PM Sunderland station (SUN) | 1 transfer | |
G80216+ TW030300 | 10:03 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 3h42 | 1:45 PM Sunderland station (SUN) | 1 transfer | |
G25698+ TW030300 | 10:15 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 3h30 | 1:45 PM Sunderland station (SUN) | 1 transfer | |
G80221+ TW031900 | 10:30 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 3h26 | 1:56 PM Sunderland station (SUN) | 1 transfer | |
C00207 | 11:00 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 3h17 | 2:17 PM Sunderland station (SUN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G80224+ TW037300 | 11:03 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 3h42 | 2:45 PM Sunderland station (SUN) | 1 transfer | |
G80226+ TW038700 | 11:30 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 3h27 | 2:57 PM Sunderland station (SUN) | 1 transfer | |
C01966+ TW041800 | 11:33 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 3h48 | 3:21 PM Sunderland station (SUN) | 1 transfer | |
G80228+ TW027600 | 12:03 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 3h42 | 3:45 PM Sunderland station (SUN) | 1 transfer | |
G80232+ TW028800 | 12:30 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 3h27 | 3:57 PM Sunderland station (SUN) | 1 transfer | |
Y14851 | 1:00 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 3h17 | 4:17 PM Sunderland station (SUN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G80234+ TW035000 | 1:03 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 3h42 | 4:45 PM Sunderland station (SUN) | 1 transfer | |
G80237+ TW036400 | 1:30 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 3h27 | 4:57 PM Sunderland station (SUN) | 1 transfer | |
C02111+ TW039200 | 1:33 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 3h48 | 5:21 PM Sunderland station (SUN) | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Sunderland station (SUN)
Trains from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Sunderland station (SUN) run on average 46 times per day, taking around 3h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at Kč690 but you can travel from only Kč355 by bus.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:30, the last at 19:03. The fastest train covers the 238 miles (384 km) distance in 2h 57m.
Distance 238 miles (384 km) |
Average train duration 3h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price Kč690 |
Trains per day 46 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 2h 57m |
First train 5:30 AM |
Last train 7:03 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 70 days |
Train companies: London North Eastern Railway, Lumo, Grand Central Trains, CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Sunderland station (SUN) trainsLondon North Eastern Railway, Lumo, Grand Central Trains, CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway trains will get you between London Kings Cross (KGX) and Sunderland station (SUN) from Kč355. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Sunderland station (SUN)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Sunderland station (SUN) by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Sunderland station (SUN), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Popular train stations from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Sunderland station (SUN)
Most London Kings Cross (KGX) to Sunderland station (SUN) trains use the London Kings Cross to Sunderland station pair. Use this guide to compare London Kings Cross (KGX) and Sunderland station (SUN) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to London Kings Cross from London city centre
London Kings Cross train station facilities and services
London Kings Cross has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Caffè Nero, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Giraffe World Kitchen, Black Sheep Coffee, Hotel Chocolat, Leon, Pret a Manger, Wasabi, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free, unlimited Wi-Fi in the station. . ATMs are located near Platforms 11 and 10, just past Caffé Nero.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:00 - 01:36, Sat: 05:00 - 00:36, Sun: 05:30 - 01:36. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is located by the entrance of Platform 9 provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London Kings Cross: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Kings Cross: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London Kings Cross: There is step-free access in the whole station to all platforms. There are elevators between the concourse and Mezzanine and London Underground ticket hall.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Point A Hotel, London Kings Cross St Pancras, Premier Inn London Kings Cross Hotel, St. Pancras Renaissance Hotel London.
Getting to Sunderland from Sunderland city centre
Sunderland train station facilities and services
Sunderland has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Sunderland.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Sunderland.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Sunderland: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Sunderland: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Sunderland: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, Lifts to all platforms for disabled passengers from the North end of the station. Open for all services, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Located on the North Concourse and accepts cash and cards, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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