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Middlesbrough to Sunderland Train prices and times

Looking to travel from Middlesbrough to Sunderland? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as £2.00, with average prices for this route around £2.00.

To get the best deals, we recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Operator	Find Tickets
20:30 59 minutes, Direct Middlesbrough	21:29 Sunderland		Find Tickets
21:30 58 minutes, Direct Middlesbrough	22:28 Paris		Find Tickets

Middlesbrough to Sunderland Train Route Details

First train

06:56

Last train

21:30

Departure station

Middlesbrough

Arrival station

Sunderland

Journey time

51 minutes

Distance

38 km

Price

£2.00*

Train operators

Northern

How to book cheap train tickets from Middlesbrough to Sunderland

Traveling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Middlesbrough to Sunderland during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travelers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're traveling from Middlesbrough to Sunderland, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn't require leaving your seat.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Middlesbrough to Sunderland ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making traveling from Middlesbrough to Sunderland more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Middlesbrough to Sunderland train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with their own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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Middlesbrough to Sunderland Train prices and times

Middlesbrough to Sunderland Train Route Details