How to get from Darlington to Sunderland

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What is the best way to travel from Darlington to Sunderland?

Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Trains and Buses to Sunderland from Darlington. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 3 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Train is the cheapest and fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Train
1h 5m
£14
£16
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What is the cheapest way to reach Sunderland from Darlington?

You can reach Sunderland with just £14 by taking a Train from Northern, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.

Monday
from £15
Tuesday
from £14
Wednesday
from £14
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday

    Cheapest Trains Monday

  • Northern
    1h 27m
    0
    06:28
    Darlington
    Central Station
    07:55
    Sunderland
    Central Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £15
  • Northern
    1h 41m
    0
    07:25
    Darlington
    Central Station
    09:06
    Sunderland
    Central Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £15
  • CrossCountry
    1h 5m
    0
    06:55
    Darlington
    Central Station
    08:00
    Sunderland
    Central Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from £20
  • London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    1h 13m
    0
    07:08
    Darlington
    Central Station
    08:21
    Sunderland
    Central Station
    0
    London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    Economy
    from £20

    Cheapest Trains Tuesday

  • Northern
    1h 21m
    0
    06:34
    Darlington
    Dinsdale Train Station
    07:55
    Sunderland
    Central Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £14
  • Northern
    1h 35m
    0
    07:31
    Darlington
    Dinsdale Train Station
    09:06
    Sunderland
    Central Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £14
  • Northern
    1h 29m
    0
    08:02
    Darlington
    Dinsdale Train Station
    09:31
    Sunderland
    Central Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £14

    Cheapest Trains Wednesday

  • Northern
    1h 27m
    0
    06:28
    Darlington
    Central Station
    07:55
    Sunderland
    Central Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £14
  • Northern
    1h 41m
    0
    07:25
    Darlington
    Central Station
    09:06
    Sunderland
    Central Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £14
  • CrossCountry
    1h 5m
    0
    06:55
    Darlington
    Central Station
    08:00
    Sunderland
    Central Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from £19
  • London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    1h 13m
    0
    07:08
    Darlington
    Central Station
    08:21
    Sunderland
    Central Station
    0
    London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    Economy
    from £19

What are the fastest trips from Darlington to Sunderland?

You can get to Sunderland from Darlington in just 1h 5m with a Train from CrossCountry. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.

Monday
from 1h 5m
Tuesday
from 1h 21m
Wednesday
from 1h 5m
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday

    Fastest Trains Monday

  • CrossCountry
    1h 5m
    0
    06:55
    Darlington
    Central Station
    08:00
    Sunderland
    Central Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from £20
  • London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    1h 13m
    0
    07:08
    Darlington
    Central Station
    08:21
    Sunderland
    Central Station
    0
    London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    Economy
    from £20
  • Northern
    1h 27m
    0
    06:28
    Darlington
    Central Station
    07:55
    Sunderland
    Central Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £15
  • Northern
    1h 41m
    0
    07:25
    Darlington
    Central Station
    09:06
    Sunderland
    Central Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £15

    Fastest Trains Tuesday

  • Northern
    1h 21m
    0
    06:34
    Darlington
    Dinsdale Train Station
    07:55
    Sunderland
    Central Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £14
  • Northern
    1h 29m
    0
    08:02
    Darlington
    Dinsdale Train Station
    09:31
    Sunderland
    Central Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £14
  • Northern
    1h 35m
    0
    07:31
    Darlington
    Dinsdale Train Station
    09:06
    Sunderland
    Central Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £14

    Fastest Trains Wednesday

  • CrossCountry
    1h 5m
    0
    06:55
    Darlington
    Central Station
    08:00
    Sunderland
    Central Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from £19
  • London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    1h 13m
    0
    07:08
    Darlington
    Central Station
    08:21
    Sunderland
    Central Station
    0
    London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    Economy
    from £19
  • Northern
    1h 27m
    0
    06:28
    Darlington
    Central Station
    07:55
    Sunderland
    Central Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £14
  • Northern
    1h 41m
    0
    07:25
    Darlington
    Central Station
    09:06
    Sunderland
    Central Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £14
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Darlington to Sunderland

What are the most popular stations in Darlington and Sunderland?

In Darlington, you will usually depart from Central Station, Dinsdale Train Station or Central Coach Station, while in Sunderland you will be arriving at Central Station, Dame Dorothy Street or Seaburn Station, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Sunderland from Darlington? With 3 connections between 3 Train and Bus operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Darlington and Sunderland, you can pay as low as £14 with a Train from Northern.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Train from CrossCountry: you will get to Sunderland in just 1h 5m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Darlington and Sunderland are Northern, CrossCountry and London North Eastern Railway (LNER), but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in Darlington and Sunderland is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Durham Tees Valley Airport or to East Boldon, and look at flights from Durham Tees Valley Airport, and landing at Durham Tees Valley Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from Darlington to Sunderland?

The most popular companies between Darlington and Sunderland, are Northern, CrossCountry and London North Eastern Railway (LNER). Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Train companies: Northern, CrossCountry and London North Eastern Railway (LNER)

All you need to know when you travel from Darlington to Sunderland

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Darlington to Sunderland. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Darlington to Sunderland

How can I reach Sunderland from Darlington?

Every day, there are on average 3 connections between Train and Bus, with which you can get to Sunderland from Darlington.

How far is Sunderland from Darlington?

The distance between Darlington and Sunderland is 44.1 km.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Darlington and Sunderland?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 1 kgs of CO2, a train 2 kgs, a car 7 kgs, and a flight 11 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Darlington to Sunderland?

You can get to Sunderland with just £14 by taking a Train from Northern.

What is the fastest way to get from Darlington to Sunderland?

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Sunderland in just 1h 5m with a Train from CrossCountry.

More routes to Darlington and to Sunderland

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Darlington and to Sunderland. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
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