Wakefield Westgate to Sunderland by train
| First train | 05:18 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 00:11 | |
| Departure station | Wakefield Westgate | |
| Arrival station | Sunderland | |
| Journey time | From 2h 12m | |
| Distance | 85 miles (136 km) | |
| Frequency | 32 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, London North Eastern Railway, Grand Central Railway |
Travelling from Wakefield Westgate to Sunderland by train
Looking to travel from Wakefield Westgate to Sunderland by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 2 hours 56 minutes to travel from Wakefield Westgate to Sunderland by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 2 hours 12 minutes though. You'll usually find 32 trains per day running along the 85 miles (136 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, TransPennine Express or CrossCountry 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 Wakefield Westgate 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!
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Cheap train tickets from Wakefield Westgate to Sunderland
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