The average train between ExCeL London and Sunderland takes 4h 22m and the fastest train takes 3h 46m. There is an hourly train service from ExCeL London 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 ExCeL London and Sunderland. The earliest departure is at 12:05 AM at night, and the last departure from ExCeL London is at 9:31 PM which arrives into Sunderland at 6:26 AM. All services require a transfer at Custom House and take an average of 4h 22m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from ExCeL London 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 ExCeL London to Sunderland. However, there are services departing from ExCeL London station and arriving at Sunderland station via Newcastle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 22m.
ExCeL London to Sunderland train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), depart from King's Cross station.
ExCeL London to Sunderland train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), arrive at Newcastle station.
Book your ExCeL London to Sunderland train tickets online with Elizabeth Line (TfL), London Underground (Tube) and 2 other operators.
The distance between ExCeL London and Sunderland is 389.5 km. The road distance is 462 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 37m.