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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Sunderland to Middlesbrough
Cheapest price
£3
Average price
£7
Fastest journey
51 m
Average duration
56 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
38 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Sunderland to Middlesbrough is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sunderland to Middlesbrough will cost around £7 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £3.
Of the 4 trains that leave Sunderland for Middlesbrough every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 38 km distance in an average of 56 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 51 m .
The slowest trains will take 58 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.
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Sunderland to Middlesbrough
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Sunderland to Middlesbrough among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £3. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 57m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £3, and a coach costs an average of £5.
Distance: 38 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£6 Average Price Cheapest | £7 Average Price |
1h 27m Average total duration Fastest 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 30m Average total duration 1h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Sunderland to Middlesbrough train times
The table below shows live departures for Sunderland to Middlesbrough trains for today, Sunday 14 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09:52 Sunderland | 0h57 | 10:49 Middlesbrough | 0 changesdirect | |
| 14:51 Sunderland | 0h58 | 15:49 Middlesbrough | 0 changesdirect | |
| 17:51 Sunderland | 0h59 | 18:50 Middlesbrough | 0 changesdirect | |
| 20:51 Sunderland | 0h58 | 21:49 Middlesbrough | 0 changesdirect | |
| Monday 15 December | |||||
| 07:38 Sunderland | 0h51 | 08:29 Middlesbrough | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Sunderland to Middlesbrough
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Sunderland to Middlesbrough run on average 7 times per day, taking around 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £3 if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:48, the last at 22:07. The fastest train covers the 38 km distance in 50m.
Distance 38 km |
Average train duration 57m |
Cheapest ticket price £3 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 50m |
First train 05:48 |
Last train 22:07 |
Train companies: Northern Rail (3), Grand Central Trains from Sunderland to Middlesbrough trainsNorthern Rail (3), Grand Central Trains trains will get you between Sunderland and Middlesbrough from £3. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Sunderland to Middlesbrough train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sunderland to Middlesbrough by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Middlesbrough, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Sunderland and Middlesbrough
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:15 - 18:00 Saturday 06:15 - 18:00 Sunday 08:00 - 17:00
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station, Lifts to all platforms for disabled passengers from the North end of the station. Open for all services.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Located on the North Concourse and accepts cash and cards.
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Onward travel information: Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off in Fawcett Street, near to the Travel Centre entrance in Athenaeum Street, outside Wilkinsons.
- Metro: Tyne and Wear metro station close to the station. 0191 203 3333
ParkingAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station, Station is unstaffed. Ramped access to the platforms, with a dropped kerb from the car park onto the platforms.
- 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
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: There is a bus stop near the station. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up/Drop Off in the bus laybys on Ladgate Lane, station side for Nunthorpe, opposite side for Middlesbrough.
ParkingAccessibilityLost and Found Office- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B station, Access to the platform via gently sloping ramp
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis can be found at the hospital
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pickup / Drop Off Point at the bus stop on Marton Road - outside the main entrance to the hospital
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found Office- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category B station, Station is unstaffed. Access for disabled passengers to platform 1 (Middlesbrough) from Normanby Road is accessible. However access to the platform 2 (Saltburn) is via a footbridge so is not suitable for wheelchair users.
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Onward travel information: None available. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick/Up Drop Off on road at entrance to lane leading to station.
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