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Trains to Sunderland

The city by the sea

Our website offers cheap fares on LNER trains to Sunderland - with no booking fees!

Sunderland is a hop, skip and jump to the sea. It is just 10 miles south of Newcastle upon Tyne and 12 miles northwest of Durham.

With a direct train to London King's Cross taking just three and a half hours, as well as regular trains to Edinburgh and beyond, you'll find travelling by train to Sunderland a breeze.

Population
335,415
Fact About Sunderland
Lewis Carroll's famous 'Walrus and the Carpenter' poem is said to be inspired by the Walrus statue which still stands outside of Sunderland's Winter Gardens

Popular trains to Sunderland

Newcastle to Sunderland

Wednesday 27 Dec 2023
From
£2.00
330% greener than a car

Edinburgh to Sunderland

330% greener than a car

London Kings Cross to Sunderland

Thursday 11 Jan 2024
From
£34.00
330% greener than a car

These percentages were calculated using our Carbon Calculator.

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Explore this bustling city set on the coast

Blessed with beautiful beaches, miles of coastline, and plenty of cultural activities, Sunderland is a fantastic place for a fun-packed day out.

Plus, when you join LNER Perks you'll get £5 free and 2% credit back every time you travel with us.

Things to do in Sunderland

Whether it’s a day out at the beach or a weekend uncovering Sunderland's medieval history, there’s plenty to do here.

Where to eat in Sunderland

From British classics to exotic cuisines you’ll find a tasty bite in Sunderland.

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RELATED FAQS

Which rail lines go through Sunderland?

The train lines through Sunderland station are LNER, Northern Trains, Grand Central, and Tyne and Wear Metro.

Do you offer a student discount on train tickets?

Students studying full time can save up to 40% on LNER tickets via UniDAYS. All you need to do is log in to your UNiDAYS account on our UNiDAYS offer page, then find the discount label on tickets.

How can I apply for compensation if my train is delayed or cancelled?

Cancelled train

In the rare event that your train is cancelled, we offer full refunds (assuming you don't take an alternative train). Be sure to apply for the refund within 28 days of the cancelled journey date.

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If you meet these conditions, follow these steps for your refund:

- Swipe down the page and click on ‘Amend journey’ or ‘Request a refund’

- Notify us of the reason for the refund request by pressing 'My train was cancelled' and then ‘Continue’

- Enter your details and submit your request

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Already collected your tickets or had them posted to you?

If you’ve already received your printed tickets, you'll need to fill in our Change of Plans form and follow the instructions included.

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Was your train delayed by at least 30 minutes?

On our Delay Repay page, you can learn about compensation if your train is delayed. For future LNER journeys, book through our website or app, then choose One-Click Delay Repay to ensure claiming for a delayed journey is as easy as possible.

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