The average train between Greenock and Sunderland takes 5h 4m and the fastest train takes 4h 19m. The train service runs several times per day from Greenock 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 3 hours between Greenock and Sunderland. The earliest departure is at 5:26 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Greenock is at 11:32 PM which arrives into Sunderland at 8:24 AM. All services require a transfer at Glasgow Central and take an average of 5h 4m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Greenock 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 Greenock to Sunderland. However, there are services departing from Greenock station and arriving at Sunderland station via Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 4m.
Greenock to Sunderland train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Glasgow Central station.
Greenock to Sunderland train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Sunderland station.
Book your Greenock to Sunderland train tickets online with ScotRail, Avanti West Coast and 2 other operators.
The distance between Greenock and Sunderland is 242.7 km. The road distance is 316 km.
You can take a train from Greenock West to Sunderland via Glasgow Central and Carlisle in around 4h 59m.