The cheapest and fastest trains from Newcastle to Sunderland
Cheapest price
$3
Average price
$4
Fastest journey
19 m
Average duration
20 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
17 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Newcastle to Sunderland is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Newcastle to Sunderland will cost around $4 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $3.
Of the 6 trains that leave Newcastle for Sunderland on Fri, Nov 07, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 07 the direct trains cover the 17 km distance in an average of 20 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 19 m .
On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest trains will take 21 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.
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W49409Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Newcastle to Sunderland
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Newcastle to Sunderland among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €2. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 21m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €2, and a bus costs an average of €3.
Distance: 10 miles (17 km)
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€3 Average price Cheapest | €3 Average price |
51m Average total duration Fastest 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 15m Average total duration 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Newcastle to Sunderland train times
The table below shows live departures for Newcastle to Sunderland trains for tomorrow, Friday, November 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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Y01519 | On time 8:17 AM Newcastle station (NCL) | 0h19 | 8:36 AM Sunderland station (SUN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W49357 | On time 8:40 AM Newcastle station (NCL) | 0h19 | 8:59 AM Sunderland station (SUN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W49424 | On time 9:40 AM Newcastle station (NCL) | 0h21 | 10:01 AM Sunderland station (SUN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y01532 | On time 10:17 AM Newcastle station (NCL) | 0h19 | 10:36 AM Sunderland station (SUN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W49398 | On time 10:40 AM Newcastle station (NCL) | 0h20 | 11:00 AM Sunderland station (SUN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W49409 | On time 11:40 AM Newcastle station (NCL) | 0h21 | 12:01 PM Sunderland station (SUN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Newcastle to Sunderland
Trains from Newcastle to Sunderland run on average 7 times per day, taking around 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $2 (€2) if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:39, the last at 23:00. The fastest train covers the 10 miles (17 km) distance in 17m.
Distance 10 miles (17 km) |
Average train duration 21m |
Cheapest ticket price $2 (€2) |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 17m |
First train 05:39 |
Last train 23:00 |
Train companies: Northern Rail (3), LNER from Newcastle to Sunderland trainsNorthern Rail (3), LNER trains will get you between Newcastle and Sunderland from $2 (€2). 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 Newcastle to Sunderland
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Newcastle to Sunderland 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Newcastle to Sunderland
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category C Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - Station is unstaffed. No access for wheelchair users as the only access to the platforms is via a stepped footbridge.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
- Onward travel information: There is a bus stop close to the station. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off on Metro Station Car Park.
- Metro: Tyne and Wear metro station close to the station. 0191 203 3333
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 21:20
- Sun: 07:30 - 21:20
- Free Wi-Fi available in the station.
- Type of shops available: WH Smith, Boots, Sainsbury, Costa, Cafe Nero, Pumpkin Cafe, AMT Coffee,.Greggs, Centurion,Destination 1850 and M&S
- Car Park: Short stay
- Caffè Nero
- Costa Coffee
- Pumpkin Cafe Shop
- AMT Coffee
- Burger King
- The Centurion
- Destination 1850
- Pasta Station
- Taxi: Newcastle is a large station, taxis are available 24/7 from the station taxi rank.
- Step-free access throughout station, elevators, accessible ticket machine, wheelchairs available.
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 3, Platform 4 and Platform 12. The National key toilets are located on Platforms 3 and 4, and a changing places toilet is available on Platform 12; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A RADAR key is available from the Customer Information Point (located on the Main Concourse), Station Management Centre (located on the Main Concourse) or from station staff on Platform 3/4.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on Platforms 3 and 4, and a changing places toilet is available on Platform 12; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from the Customer Information Point (located on the Main Concourse), Station Management Centre (located on the Main Concourse) or from station staff on Platforms 3/4.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- The County Hotel, Newcastle
- Hampton by Hilton Newcastle
- Royal Station Hotel
- Waiting rooms location: This station has heated waiting rooms available. Seating is available at an accessible height in the waiting room and on platforms
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 21:20
- Sun: 07:30 - 21:20
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 12 at the south end of the station and outside the Station Management Centre at the north end of the station.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information desk is available in the main station building on the concourse.
- Metro lines: Green, Yellow
- Bus lines: 1, 8, 10, 11, 12, 12A, 22, 22X, 30, 31, 38, 131
- Train lines: LNER, CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, Northern
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail Replacement Coaches leave from the front of the station.
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:15 - 18:00 Saturday 06:15 - 18:00 Sunday 08:00 - 17:00
- Car Park: No
- 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
- Onward travel information: Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off in Fawcett Street, near to the Travel Centre entrance in Athenaeum Street, outside Wilkinsons.
- Metro: Tyne and Wear metro station close to the station. 0191 203 3333
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