The average train between Richmond and Sunderland takes 4h 38m and the fastest train takes 3h 58m. There is an hourly train service from Richmond 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 Richmond and Sunderland. The earliest departure is at 12:15 AM at night, and the last departure from Richmond is at 11:58 PM which arrives into Sunderland at 9:24 AM. All services require a transfer at Vauxhall and take an average of 4h 38m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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No, there is no direct train from Richmond to Sunderland. However, there are services departing from Richmond station and arriving at Sunderland station via Newcastle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 38m.
Richmond to Sunderland train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from King's Cross station.
Richmond to Sunderland train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Newcastle station.
Book your Richmond to Sunderland train tickets online with South Western Railway, London Underground (Tube) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Richmond and Sunderland is 389.5 km. The road distance is 469 km.
London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) operates a train from King's Cross to Newcastle every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £90–130 and the journey takes 2h 38m.