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Compare train for Sunderland to Darlington
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Sunderland to Darlington among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $19 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 31m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $19, while a train costs an average of $19.
Distance: 27 miles (44 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$19 Average price Cheapest | $11 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 31m Average total duration Fastest 1h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 54m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Compare the available ways to get from Sunderland to Darlington, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
Tickets start at around $19 compared to roughly $11 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -$7. The journey takes 1h 1m versus 54m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Travel optionsfrom Sunderland to Darlington
How to get from Sunderland to Darlington by train, bus or flight.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Sunderland to Darlington is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
- C01925+
TW0262008:48 AM 1h09 Sunderland station (SUN) 9:57 AM Darlington station (DAR) $16 1 One-way 1 transfer
Cheapest
- C01925+TW026200
8:48 AM 1h09 Sunderland station (SUN) 9:57 AM Darlington station (DAR) $16 1 One-way 1 transfer
Fastest
C31759+C020028:19 AM 1h06 Sunderland station (SUN) 9:25 AM Darlington station (DAR) $28 1 One-way 1 transfer
Other options
- TW038800+C02002
8:12 AM 1h13 Sunderland station (SUN) 9:25 AM Darlington station (DAR) $18 1 One-way 1 transfer - P28635 · G85822
8:00 AM 1h22 Sunderland station (SUN) 9:22 AM Darlington station (DAR) $21 1 One-way 1 transfer 
Y14809+C322848:32 AM 1h22 Sunderland station (SUN) 9:54 AM Darlington station (DAR) $21 1 One-way 1 transfer
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- Around 8 trains per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Sunderland and Darlington as scheduled services by train can vary by season or day of the week.
- Trains mostly depart from Sunderland station (SUN) and arrive in Darlington station (DAR).
- Travel with London North Eastern Railway, Northern Rail, CrossCountry, Grand Central Trains, Transpennine Express to go to Darlington by train.
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