The average train between Penrith and Sunderland takes 3h 1m and the fastest train takes 2h 16m. The train service runs several times per day from Penrith 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 Penrith and Sunderland. The earliest departure is at 6:31 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Penrith is at 10:38 PM which arrives into Sunderland at 8:24 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 1m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Penrith to Sunderland. However, there are services departing from Penrith station and arriving at Sunderland station via Sunderland. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 1m.
Penrith to Sunderland train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Carlisle station.
Penrith to Sunderland train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Sunderland station.
Book your Penrith to Sunderland train tickets online with Avanti West Coast, Northern Trains Limited and TransPennine Express.
The distance between Penrith and Sunderland is 92.1 km. The road distance is 145 km.
Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Carlisle to Sunderland every 2 hours. Tickets cost £29–55 and the journey takes 1h 51m.