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The average train between Southwark and Sunderland takes 3h 41m and the fastest train takes 3h 32m. The train service runs several times per day from Southwark 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.

3h 41m
Duration
281 mi
Distance
£117
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

Train via Central Station

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£96–138

Southwark to Sunderland train times

Trains run every 4 hours between Southwark and Sunderland. The earliest departure is at 7:30 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Southwark is at 7:09 PM which arrives into Sunderland at 10:55 PM. All services require a transfer at King's Cross Stn / York Way and take an average of 3h 41m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, October 18, 2026

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    London Underground (Tube)Grand Central Trains3h 39m • 1 change

Departing Monday, October 19, 2026

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    London Underground (Tube)Grand Central Trains4h 8m • 1 change

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    London Underground (Tube)Grand Central Trains3h 32m • 1 change

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    London Underground (Tube)Grand Central Trains3h 32m • 1 change

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    London Underground (Tube)Grand Central Trains3h 36m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, October 20, 2026

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    London Underground (Tube)Grand Central Trains4h 8m • 1 change

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    London Underground (Tube)Grand Central Trains3h 32m • 1 change

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    London Underground (Tube)Grand Central Trains3h 32m • 1 change

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    London Underground (Tube)Grand Central Trains3h 36m • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, October 21, 2026

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    London Underground (Tube)Grand Central Trains4h 8m • 1 change

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    London Underground (Tube)Grand Central Trains3h 32m • 1 change

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    London Underground (Tube)Grand Central Trains3h 32m • 1 change

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    London Underground (Tube)Grand Central Trains3h 36m • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, October 22, 2026

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    London Underground (Tube)Grand Central Trains4h 8m • 1 change

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    London Underground (Tube)Grand Central Trains3h 32m • 1 change

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    London Underground (Tube)Grand Central Trains3h 32m • 1 change

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    London Underground (Tube)Grand Central Trains3h 36m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, October 23, 2026

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    London Underground (Tube)Grand Central Trains4h 8m • 1 change

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    London Underground (Tube)Grand Central Trains3h 32m • 1 change

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    London Underground (Tube)Grand Central Trains3h 32m • 1 change

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    London Underground (Tube)Grand Central Trains3h 36m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, October 24, 2026

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    London Underground (Tube)Grand Central Trains3h 55m • 1 change

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    London Underground (Tube)Grand Central Trains3h 32m • 1 change

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    London Underground (Tube)Grand Central Trains3h 32m • 1 change

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    London Underground (Tube)Grand Central Trains3h 36m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Southwark 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.

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  • Distance: 281.5 mi
  • Duration: 3h 41m

What companies run services between Southwark, England and Sunderland, England?

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 39m.

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