- Must visit
The British Museum
World-famous museum of human history, art, and culture, known for highlights such as the Rosetta Stone and Parthenon sculptures.
Cheapest price
$58
Average price
$81
Fastest journey
3 h 45 m
Average duration
4 h 12 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
379 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Seaham to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Seaham to London will cost around $81 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $58.
Of the 3 trains that leave Seaham for London on Mon, Jun 29, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jun 29 the direct trains cover the 379 km distance in an average of 4 h 12 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 45 m .
On Mon, Jun 29 the slowest trains will take 4 h 25 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.






Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Seaham to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $20. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 17m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $20, and a flight costs an average of $84.
Distance: 235 miles (379 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$93 Average price | $28 Average price Cheapest | $269 Average price | $113 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 5m Average total duration 3h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 35m Average total duration 7h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 17m Average total duration Fastest 1h 17m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 6m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Seaham to London:
A bus is $65 (€53) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Seaham to London costing on average $93 (€76).
A bus is $242 (€199) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Seaham to London costing on average $269 (€222).
Other travel options to London take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 35m.
Bus takes on average 7h 5m.
The journey is about 1h 31m faster (3h 35m by train vs 5h 6m by car) and roughly $20 (€17) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($93 (€76) vs $113 (€93)). 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.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Seaham to London trains for today, Sunday, June 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
C01936+ C03163+ P28657 | Delayed 10:32 AM 9:09 AMSeaham station (SEA) | 4h24 | 1:33 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2 transfers | |
C02004+ NT079500 | Delayed 9:58 AM 9:20 AMSeaham station (SEA) | 4h39 | 1:59 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 transfer | |
Y14814+ C32410 | Delayed 10:00 AM 10:16 AMSeaham station (SEA) | 3h47 | 2:03 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 transfer | |
C01940+ NT079400 | Delayed 10:58 AM 10:20 AMSeaham station (SEA) | 4h39 | 2:59 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 transfer | |
C01958+ P28681 · C32408 | Delayed 11:58 AM 11:16 AMSeaham station (SEA) | 4h17 | 3:33 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2 transfers | |
Y14816+ P28691 | Delayed 11:40 AM 12:16 PMSeaham station (SEA) | 3h49 | 4:05 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 transfer | |
C24604+ C01952+ P28691 | Delayed 12:17 PM 12:16 PMSeaham station (SEA) | 4h17 | 4:33 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2 transfers | |
NT079100+ C02008 | On time 12:20 PM Seaham station (SEA) | 4h40 | 5:00 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 transfer | |
C01906+ G16021+ P28699 | Delayed 2:31 PM 1:16 PMSeaham station (SEA) | 4h18 | 5:34 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2 transfers | |
C02012+ NT077200 | Delayed 1:57 PM 1:20 PMSeaham station (SEA) | 4h41 | 6:01 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 transfer | |
Y14820 | On time 2:42 PM Seaham station (SEA) | 3h23 | 6:05 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P28722+ G16005+ C01932 | On time 3:16 PM Seaham station (SEA) | 4h17 | 7:33 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2 transfers | |
C01986+ NT076800 | Delayed 3:57 PM 3:20 PMSeaham station (SEA) | 4h39 | 7:59 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 transfer | |
C24628+ C01927+ P28729 | Delayed 4:17 PM 4:13 PMSeaham station (SEA) | 4h20 | 8:33 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2 transfers | |
C02068+ NT076600 | Delayed 4:58 PM 4:20 PMSeaham station (SEA) | 4h39 | 8:59 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 8:07 AM Seaham | 4h25 | 12:32 PM London | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Seaham to London run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $57 (€47) but you can travel from only $20 (€17) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:15, the last at 20:46. The fastest train covers the 235 miles (379 km) distance in 3h 24m.
Distance 235 miles (379 km) |
Average train duration 3h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price $57 (€47) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 3h 24m |
First train 5:15 AM |
Last train 8:46 PM |
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World-famous museum of human history, art, and culture, known for highlights such as the Rosetta Stone and Parthenon sculptures.
Major art museum on Trafalgar Square with an outstanding collection of European paintings from the 13th to early 20th centuries.
Leading modern and contemporary art gallery in a converted power station on the Thames, popular for its collection and river views.
Lively central district known for its piazza, street performers, boutiques, and constant visitor energy.
Popular riverside walking area with major cultural venues, skyline views, and one of the best central London strolls.
Charming neighborhood of pastel houses, elegant streets, and market culture, especially popular for photography and weekend walks.
Battered white fish with chips, traditionally served with mushy peas and tartar sauce. It is one of London’s most iconic comfort foods and a classic pub and chippy order.
Roast meat with roast potatoes, seasonal vegetables, Yorkshire pudding and gravy. It is a beloved British weekend meal strongly associated with London pubs.
A hearty breakfast of eggs, sausages, bacon, beans, mushrooms, tomatoes and toast. It is a traditional British start to the day widely enjoyed across London.
A highly regarded restaurant inspired by Bombay cafes, popular for breakfast, house specials and lively atmosphere in central London.
A celebrated fine dining restaurant in Notting Hill known for refined modern British cuisine, polished service and a special-occasion feel.
A historic Mayfair pub and grill known for excellent steaks, British fare and a traditional pub atmosphere with a long-standing reputation.
High prices for hotels, transport, and dining. Budget options exist, but London is among Europe’s costliest cities.
Service charge of 12.5% is often added in restaurants; if not, tip 10-12%. Round up taxis. No tip needed for pubs, cafés, or counter service.
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Most Seaham to London trains use the Seaham to London Kings Cross station pair, with some services arriving at London St Pancras International. Use this guide to compare Seaham and London train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Seaham has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Seaham.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Seaham: Parking.
Available at Seaham: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Seaham: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B station, Station is unstaffed. However no access problems for disabled or wheelchair users as the access to the platforms is via ramped access. Lowered kerb from car park to station entrance, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Located in the waiting shelter on the Sunderland bound platform Accepts Cards Only, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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 options include: Caffè Nero, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Giraffe World Kitchen, Black Sheep Coffee, Hotel Chocolat, Leon, Pret a Manger, Wasabi, & more
Free, unlimited Wi-Fi in the station. . ATMs are located near Platforms 11 and 10, just past Caffé Nero.
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 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.
Available at London Kings Cross: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at London Kings Cross: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
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.
Nearby hotels include Point A Hotel, London Kings Cross St Pancras, Premier Inn London Kings Cross Hotel, St. Pancras Renaissance Hotel London.
London St Pancras International 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, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: The Betjeman Arms, AMT Coffee, The Booking Office, Carluccio’s, Chop’d, Greggs
Free, unlimited WiFi is available throughout the station. ATMs are located in the Circle area and inside the Arcade.
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:45 - 22:00, Sat: 06:00 - 21:00, Sun: 08:00 - 22:15. Information desks are located on the lower level in the main hall.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on the lower concourse close to the Eurostar line. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London St Pancras International: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at London St Pancras International: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at London St Pancras International: Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators, complimentary assistance for passengers with reduced mobility and other needs.
Nearby hotels include The Standard, Kimpton Fitzroy London, Alhambra Hotel.
London Euston has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Nando's, The Signal Box, Delice de France, Tortilla, Starbucks, AMT Coffee, Upper Crust, Camden Food Co., & many more
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are located in various points in the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 00:00, Sat: 06:00 - 23:00, Sun: 07:00 - 00:00. Information desks are located near the center of the station's main concourse.
Luggage storage is excess Baggage Co luggage storage is located near the entrance to Platform 16 and is open daily from 08:00 to 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London Euston: Taxis, WC.
Available at London Euston: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at London Euston: Station is fully accessible, and passengers can request assistance at the mobility assistance reception desk.
Nearby hotels include Hilton London Euston, The Wesley Euston Hotel, Travelodge London Central Euston.
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