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Old Trafford to Sunderland trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Old Trafford and Sunderland takes 4h 26m and the fastest train takes 3h 23m. The train service runs several times per day from Old Trafford 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.

4h 26m
Duration
162 mi
Distance
£57
Average price
Every 3 hours
Frequency

Train

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  1. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Newcastletrain train Liverpool Lime Street - Newcastle
4h 21m
£45–86

Old Trafford to Sunderland train times

Trains run every 3 hours between Old Trafford and Sunderland. The earliest departure is at 12:43 AM at night, and the last departure from Old Trafford is at 11:28 PM which arrives into Sunderland at 8:59 AM. All services require a transfer at Wharfside and take an average of 4h 26m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    MetrolinkTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited9h 31m • 2 changes

Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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    MetrolinkTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited3h 32m • 2 changes

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    MetrolinkTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited3h 31m • 2 changes

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    MetrolinkTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited3h 31m • 2 changes

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    MetrolinkTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited3h 31m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, October 16, 2026

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    MetrolinkTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited8h 16m • 2 changes

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    MetrolinkTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited3h 32m • 2 changes

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    MetrolinkTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited3h 31m • 2 changes

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    MetrolinkTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited3h 31m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, October 17, 2026

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    MetrolinkTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited8h 21m • 2 changes

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    MetrolinkTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited3h 32m • 2 changes

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    MetrolinkTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited3h 32m • 2 changes

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    MetrolinkTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited3h 32m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, October 18, 2026

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    MetrolinkTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited3h 53m • 2 changes

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    MetrolinkTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited3h 38m • 2 changes

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    MetrolinkTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited3h 38m • 2 changes

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Old Trafford 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.

Map of how to get from Old Trafford to Sunderland.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 161.6 mi
  • Duration: 4h 26m

What companies run services between Old Trafford, England and Sunderland, England?

TransPennine Express operates a train from Manchester Victoria to Newcastle hourly. Tickets cost £40–75 and the journey takes 2h 23m.

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