The average train between Gretna Green and Sunderland takes 3h and the fastest train takes 2h 43m. The train service runs several times per day from Gretna Green 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 Gretna Green and Sunderland. The earliest departure is at 5:22 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Gretna Green is at 7:26 PM which arrives into Sunderland at 11:07 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Gretna Green to Sunderland. However, there are services departing from Gretna Green station and arriving at Sunderland station via Sunderland. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h.
Gretna Green to Sunderland train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Carlisle station.
Gretna Green to Sunderland train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Sunderland station.
Book your Gretna Green to Sunderland train tickets online with ScotRail and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Gretna Green and Sunderland is 107.9 km. The road distance is 132 km.
Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Carlisle to Sunderland every 2 hours. Tickets cost £29–55 and the journey takes 1h 51m.