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Durham to Sunderland trains
Affordable travel from Durham to Sunderland
Soak up the stunning landscapes of England as you speed smoothly between Durham and Sunderland.
The refreshments and comfy seats onboard our trains mean you'll always ride in style - and with LNER's cheap Advance tickets, you'll have extra spending money when you arrive.
Average travel time
30 minutes
Distance
20 miles
Cheapest train tickets from Durham to Sunderland
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Get a little extra with your journey
Not only will you never pay a booking fee when you book your ticket with LNER, you can also sign up for LNER Perks.
When you sign up for Perks, you'll get:
Get £5 free to spend on your next journey
2% back on all LNER journeys
Download the LNER app or find out more about LNER Perks and sign up today.
How to book cheap tickets for a Durham to Sunderland train
Book your Durham to Sunderland train in advance
Buying your Durham to Sunderland train tickets at least four weeks in advance ahead of your travel date can save you up to 47%* on on-the-day train ticket prices.
Buy a Standard Advance ticket through the LNER website and app at least four weeks before you travel, and you'll save up to 47%* compared to buying any Standard ticket on the day of travel.
See moreSave 1/3 on your train from Durham to Sunderland with a Railcard
A Railcard is a discount card that allows you to save money on train travel throughout Great Britain, which often offers 1/3 off the cost of your train tickets on most routes.
See moreUse our Deal Finder for the cheapest trains to Sunderland from Durham
Access the best train fares on Durham to Sunderland trains easily with the LNER app. Use Deal Finder to find the lowest prices on train tickets by simply entering your travel details. It's your shortcut to easier and more affordable travel!
See more
Book your Durham to Sunderland train in advance
Buying your Durham to Sunderland train tickets at least four weeks in advance ahead of your travel date can save you up to 47%* on on-the-day train ticket prices.
Buy a Standard Advance ticket through the LNER website and app at least four weeks before you travel, and you'll save up to 47%* compared to buying any Standard ticket on the day of travel.
See moreSave 1/3 on your train from Durham to Sunderland with a Railcard
A Railcard is a discount card that allows you to save money on train travel throughout Great Britain, which often offers 1/3 off the cost of your train tickets on most routes.
See moreUse our Deal Finder for the cheapest trains to Sunderland from Durham
Access the best train fares on Durham to Sunderland trains easily with the LNER app. Use Deal Finder to find the lowest prices on train tickets by simply entering your travel details. It's your shortcut to easier and more affordable travel!
See more
* Saving average based on all Standard Advance tickets bought on the LNER website and App at least four weeks before you travel vs buying any Standard ticket on the day you travel.
Take the train to Sunderland from Durham with LNER
Taking the Durham to Sunderland high-speed train is quick and easy with LNER.
Covering a distance of 20 miles, our trains from Durham to Sunderland take just 30 minutes.
Once on-board, you'll be able to order food directly to your seat, browse the internet with free Wi-Fi, and charge your phone with a plug at every table.
And for a more luxurious Durham to Sunderland train journey, travel First Class – with wider seats and complimentary food and drinks.
