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Trains from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Sunderland (SUN)

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33

train journeys
per day

239

miles (384 kms)

3hrs 22 mins

fastest journey

05:48 / 01:25

first / last train

7

direct trains

6

operators run

7

routes

Trains from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Sunderland (SUN)

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On a typical weekday there are 33 scheduled rail journeys between London Kings Cross and Sunderland , with 7 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 26 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from London Kings Cross to Sunderland is approximately 239 miles (384 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 41 mins.

First TransPennine Express, London North Eastern Railway, Northern Rail, Grand Central, CrossCountry, Lumo are the main train operating companies running services between London Kings Cross and Sunderland.

There are 7 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being London Kings Cross to Sunderland. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 22 mins.

Journeys from London Kings Cross to Sunderland Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:48
    4 hrs 13 mins 1 change
    10:01
    London Kings Cross
    Sunderland
    London Kings Cross to Sunderland
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:15
    4 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    10:30
    London Kings Cross
    Sunderland
    London Kings Cross to Sunderland
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:00
    3 hrs 36 mins 1 change
    10:36
    London Kings Cross
    Sunderland
    London Kings Cross to Sunderland
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:06
    4 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    11:31
    London Kings Cross
    Sunderland
    London Kings Cross to Sunderland
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:27
    3 hrs 34 mins 2 changes
    12:01
    London Kings Cross
    Sunderland
    London Kings Cross to Sunderland
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:27
    3 hrs 37 mins Direct
    12:04
    London Kings Cross
    Sunderland
    London Kings Cross to Sunderland
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:30
    3 hrs 34 mins 1 change
    12:04
    London Kings Cross
    Sunderland
    London Kings Cross to Sunderland
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:00
    3 hrs 37 mins 1 change
    12:37
    London Kings Cross
    Sunderland
    London Kings Cross to Sunderland
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:06
    4 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    13:31
    London Kings Cross
    Sunderland
    London Kings Cross to Sunderland
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:00
    4 hrs 1 min 1 change
    14:01
    London Kings Cross
    Sunderland
    London Kings Cross to Sunderland
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:30
    4 hrs 2 changes
    14:30
    London Kings Cross
    Sunderland
    London Kings Cross to Sunderland
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:00
    3 hrs 37 mins 1 change
    14:37
    London Kings Cross
    Sunderland
    London Kings Cross to Sunderland
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:27
    3 hrs 22 mins Direct
    14:49
    London Kings Cross
    Sunderland
    London Kings Cross to Sunderland
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:18
    3 hrs 43 mins 1 change
    16:01
    London Kings Cross
    Sunderland
    London Kings Cross to Sunderland
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:30
    4 hrs 2 changes
    16:30
    London Kings Cross
    Sunderland
    London Kings Cross to Sunderland
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:56
    3 hrs 44 mins Direct
    16:40
    London Kings Cross
    Sunderland
    London Kings Cross to Sunderland
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:00
    3 hrs 35 mins 1 change
    16:35
    London Kings Cross
    Sunderland
    London Kings Cross to Sunderland
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:30
    4 hrs 2 changes
    17:30
    London Kings Cross
    Sunderland
    London Kings Cross to Sunderland
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:00
    3 hrs 49 mins 1 change
    17:49
    London Kings Cross
    Sunderland
    London Kings Cross to Sunderland
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:27
    3 hrs 25 mins Direct
    17:52
    London Kings Cross
    Sunderland
    London Kings Cross to Sunderland

About London Kings Cross Station

Station name London Kings Cross (KGX)
Address London Kings Cross station, Euston Road, London, Greater London, N1 9AL
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 22:00
Saturday 06:00 - 22:00
Sunday 07:45 - 22:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Available
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

About Sunderland Station

Station name Sunderland (SUN)
Address Sunderland station, Athenaeum Street, Sunderland, Tyne & Wear, SR1 3HP
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:15 - 18:00
Saturday 06:15 - 18:00
Sunday 08:00 - 17:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Unavailable
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between London Kings Cross and Sunderland

The travel time between London Kings Cross and Sunderland by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 41 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 22 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between London Kings Cross and Sunderland vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 33 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:48, and the last train of the day leaves at 01:25.

First class tickets on trains between London Kings Cross and Sunderland typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between London Kings Cross and Sunderland can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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Yes! There are usually around 7 direct services per day from London Kings Cross to Sunderland

First TransPennine Express, London North Eastern Railway, Northern Rail, Grand Central, CrossCountry, Lumo are the main train operating companies running services between London Kings Cross and Sunderland.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between London Kings Cross and Sunderland, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.