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Outbound fromEdinburgh (Waverley) to Sunderland by train
It takes an average of 2h 6m to travel from Edinburgh (Waverley) to Sunderland by train, over a distance of around 101 miles (163 km). There are normally 38 trains per day travelling from Edinburgh (Waverley) to Sunderland and tickets for this journey start from £9.70 when you book in advance.
| First train | 04:48 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 21:00 | |
| Departure station | Edinburgh (Waverley) | |
| Arrival station | Sunderland | |
| Journey time | From 1h 50m | |
| Distance | 101 miles (163 km) | |
| Frequency | 38 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £9.70 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, London North Eastern Railway, Lumo |
Travelling from Edinburgh (Waverley) to Sunderland by train
Looking to travel from Edinburgh (Waverley) to Sunderland by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 2 hours 6 minutes to travel from Edinburgh (Waverley) to Sunderland by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 1 hour 50 minutes though. You'll usually find 38 trains per day running along the 101 miles (163 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 1 change during the journey to Sunderland, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with London North Eastern Railway, Lumo or TransPennine Express to get to Sunderland. As the main rail operators on this route, their trains offer modern comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.
To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Edinburgh (Waverley) to Sunderland in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save, as advance tickets start from £9.70.
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Journey details
Want to know more about your journey from Edinburgh (Waverley) to Sunderland? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.
How long does the train from Edinburgh (Waverley) to Sunderland take?
The average journey time by train between Edinburgh (Waverley) and Sunderland is 2 hours and 6 minutes, with around 38 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.
What's the fastest journey time between Edinburgh (Waverley) and Sunderland by train?
The fastest journey time by train from Edinburgh (Waverley) to Sunderland is 1 hour and 50 minutes.
How much does the train from Edinburgh (Waverley) to Sunderland cost?
Train ticket prices from Edinburgh (Waverley) to Sunderland can start from as little as £9.70 when you book in advance. The cost of tickets can vary depending on the time of day, route and class you book and are usually more expensive if you book on the day.
Is there a direct train from Edinburgh (Waverley) to Sunderland?
No, there are no direct train services from Edinburgh (Waverley) to Sunderland. Travelling from Edinburgh (Waverley) to Sunderland by train will require a minimum of 1 change.
What time does the first train from Edinburgh (Waverley) to Sunderland leave?
The first train from Edinburgh (Waverley) to Sunderland leaves at 04:48. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.
What time does the last train from Edinburgh (Waverley) to Sunderland leave?
The last train from Edinburgh (Waverley) to Sunderland leaves at 21:00. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.
What's the distance between Edinburgh (Waverley) and Sunderland by train?
Trains travelling from Edinburgh (Waverley) to Sunderland cover a distance of around 101 miles (163 km) during the journey.
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