The average train between Bradford and Sunderland takes 3h 15m and the fastest train takes 2h 17m. There is a train service every few hours from Bradford to Sunderland. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Bradford and Sunderland. The earliest departure is at 6:18 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bradford is at 11:54 PM which arrives into Sunderland at 8:24 AM. All services require a transfer at Leeds and take an average of 3h 15m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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No, there is no direct train from Bradford to Sunderland. However, there are services departing from Bradford station and arriving at Sunderland station via Newcastle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 15m.
Bradford to Sunderland train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Leeds station.
Bradford to Sunderland train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Newcastle station.
Book your Bradford to Sunderland train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Cross Country and TransPennine Express.
The distance between Bradford and Sunderland is 125.8 km. The road distance is 202 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Leeds to Newcastle hourly. Tickets cost £55–80 and the journey takes 1h 28m. Two other operators also service this route.