The average train between Dartford and Sunderland takes 5h 1m and the fastest train takes 4h 14m. There is an hourly train service from Dartford 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 Dartford and Sunderland. The earliest departure is at 5:16 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Dartford is at 11:39 PM which arrives into Sunderland at 9:24 AM. All services require a transfer at Abbey Wood (London) and take an average of 5h 1m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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No, there is no direct train from Dartford to Sunderland. However, there are services departing from Dartford station and arriving at Sunderland station via Newcastle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 1m.
Dartford to Sunderland train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from King's Cross station.
Dartford to Sunderland train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at Newcastle station.
Book your Dartford to Sunderland train tickets online with Thameslink, Elizabeth Line (TfL) and 4 other operators.
The distance between Dartford and Sunderland is 398.9 km. The road distance is 479 km.
London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) operates a train from King's Cross to Newcastle every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £90–130 and the journey takes 2h 39m.