The average train between Cambridge and Sunderland takes 4h 38m and the fastest train takes 3h 23m. The train service runs several times per day from Cambridge 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 every 2 hours between Cambridge and Sunderland. The earliest departure is at 5:15 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cambridge is at 9:00 PM which arrives into Sunderland at 6:25 AM. All services require a transfer at Peterborough and take an average of 4h 38m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Cambridge to Sunderland? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Cambridge to Sunderland. However, there are services departing from Cambridge station and arriving at Sunderland station via Peterborough. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 38m.
Cambridge to Sunderland train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Cambridge station.
Cambridge to Sunderland train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Newcastle station.
Book your Cambridge to Sunderland train tickets online with Cross Country, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Cambridge and Sunderland is 316.6 km. The road distance is 399 km.
You can take a train from Cambridge to Sunderland via Peterborough and Newcastle in around 4h 19m.