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Journey from Sunderland to London on the fastest train in 3 hours 24 minutes, usually 3 hours 38 minutes. Every day, 68 trains leave from Sunderland, starting at 06:12 and ending at 23:57. During Off-Peak Times from 09:30 on weekdays, enjoy a quieter and less crowded journey. Get real-time updates on train schedules, delays, and cancellations. Save time, effort, and money with us.
| Departs | Arrives | Operator | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
12:12 Sunderland | 3 hours 33 minutes, 1 change | 15:45 London Kings Cross | Tyne & Wear Metro | Find tickets |
12:32 Sunderland | 3 hours 35 minutes, Direct | 16:07 London Kings Cross | Grand Central | Find tickets |
12:33 Sunderland | 3 hours 34 minutes, 2 change | 16:07 London Kings Cross | Northern | Find tickets |
12:33 Sunderland | 3 hours 44 minutes, 1 change | 16:17 London Kings Cross | Northern | Find tickets |
12:36 Sunderland | 3 hours 41 minutes, 1 change | 16:17 London Kings Cross | Tyne & Wear Metro | Find tickets |
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Getting from Sunderland to London with Grand Central takes around three hours and forty minutes.
You’ll begin your journey at Sunderland and then stop at stations in County Durham and North Yorkshire. After you leave York, you’ll head straight down to London Kings Cross on the East Coast Mainline.
Grand Central operates services from London Kings Cross to Sunderland via York and to Bradford via Doncaster, Wakefield, and Halifax. It is not part of the National Rail network.
Sunderland Station can be found along Athenaeum Street in the city centre, near The Bridges Shopping Mall. It’s an easy station to reach as it’s connected to the Tyne & Wear Metro, which operates light rail services to Newcastle. Meanwhile, regular rail services operated by Northern also stop at Sunderland, serving destinations like Newcastle, Carlisle, Middlesbrough, and Hexham.
Taxis can drop you off at the station’s entrance, while local buses stop only two minutes from the station.
There are five stops between Sunderland and London Kings Cross. These are: Hartlepool, Eaglescliffe, Northallerton, Thirsk, and York.
These stops may change due to engineering work or scheduling changes, so it’s worth checking before you travel to avoid disappointment.
London Kings Cross station is on Euston Road in the Borough of Camden. It’s a busy station, as it’s the southern terminus of the East Coast Mainline, which connects London with cities like Newcastle, York, Stevenage, Newark-on-Trent, and Edinburgh.
It’s a handy station to arrive at, as it has plentiful public transport links that can get you around London in one tap. For example, Kings Cross has a London Underground Station (also named Kings Cross) serving the Circle, Metropolitan, Hammersmith & City and Victoria lines. Taxis and bus routes are also available outside the station along Euston Road.
The British Library, The Wellcome Collection, Regent’s Park, Camden, and the British Museum are all within walking distance. So, even if you’d prefer to stretch your legs after your trip down from Sunderland, there’s still tons to do nearby.
*Information is subject to change. Please check the latest train timetable before your trip.
The train journey from Sunderland to London combines efficiency with pleasure, featuring beautiful scenery and comfort. With frequent departures from Sunderland, you can get to London in just 3 hours 24 minutes, making it an ideal and convenient choice for travelling between them.

The fastest train journey time from Sunderland to London is 3 hours 24 minutes . Use our Train Journey Planner to find direct trains, avoid transfers, and compare travel times for each route to see if there are fewer stops to make your journey seamless.
No, you will need to transfer when travelling from Sunderland to London. TrainPal Train Journey Planner will assist you in finding the best train route. Enter the origin or destination places and other relevant details, then click "Search" to find the most suitable route.

Sunderland to London trains are generally punctual, but delays or disruptions can happen due to weather, strikes, and other factors. With Train Journey Planner, finding a train timetable for your trip is simple. Enter your departure and arrival stations to view a detailed schedule of available trains. Provide your travel details to find the best routes, connections, and train times.
Usually, you need to arrive at a station at least 15-20 minutes ahead of time. However, consider the station's size and your familiarity with it. If the station is large and you are not familiar with it, leaving home as early as possible is the best choice. This can reduce your stress and ensure a relaxing journey.
Yes, most trains on the route from Sunderland to London are equipped with Wi-Fi. Passengers can also enjoy complimentary food, drinks, and power sockets for a more comfortable journey. Please note that the availability of these services can vary depending on the train company
Check our Train Journey Planner, which provides detailed information about transfers to ensure your journey is uninterrupted, saving you time and effort, and allowing you to get a full rest for travelling.

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