The average train between Old Trafford and Sunderland takes 4h 8m and the fastest train takes 3h 14m. There is a train service every few hours 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.
Trains run hourly between Old Trafford and Sunderland. The earliest departure is at 12:37 AM at night, and the last departure from Old Trafford is at 11:37 PM which arrives into Sunderland at 8:59 AM. All services require a transfer at Wharfside and take an average of 4h 8m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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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.
No, there is no direct train from Old Trafford to Sunderland. However, there are services departing from Old Trafford station and arriving at Sunderland station via Newcastle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 8m.
Old Trafford to Sunderland train services, operated by Metrolink, depart from Manchester Victoria station.
Old Trafford to Sunderland train services, operated by Metrolink, arrive at Newcastle station.
The distance between Old Trafford and Sunderland is 170.9 km. The road distance is 267 km.
TransPennine Express operates a train from Manchester Victoria to Newcastle hourly. Tickets cost £50–95 and the journey takes 2h 40m.