The average train between Eltham and Sunderland takes 5h 14m and the fastest train takes 4h 9m. There is a train service every few hours from Eltham 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 Eltham and Sunderland. The earliest departure is at 5:31 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Eltham is at 11:43 PM which arrives into Sunderland at 9:24 AM. All services require a transfer at London Bridge and take an average of 5h 14m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Eltham 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 Eltham to Sunderland. However, there are services departing from Eltham station and arriving at Sunderland station via Newcastle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 14m.
Eltham to Sunderland train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from King's Cross station.
Eltham to Sunderland train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Newcastle station.
Book your Eltham to Sunderland train tickets online with Southeastern, Thameslink and 2 other operators.
The distance between Eltham and Sunderland is 395.8 km. The road distance is 465 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 38m.