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Trip Overview

The average train between Sunderland and Elgin takes 7h 59m and the fastest train takes 6h 13m. The train service runs several times per day from Sunderland to Elgin. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

7h 59m
Duration
333 mi
Distance
£140
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

Sunderland to Elgin train times

Trains run every 4 hours between Sunderland and Elgin. The earliest departure is at 7:06 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Sunderland is at 10:31 PM which arrives into Elgin at 9:49 AM. All services require a transfer at Newcastle and take an average of 7h 59m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryScotRailScotRail6h 47m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryScotRailScotRail6h 48m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryScotRailScotRail6h 32m • 3 changes
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    Arrives next day

    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryScotRailScotRail12h 45m • 3 changes
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Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryScotRailScotRail6h 17m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)ScotRail6h 52m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryScotRailScotRail6h 42m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)ScotRail6h 16m • 3 changes
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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryScotRailScotRail6h 17m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)ScotRail6h 52m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryScotRailScotRail6h 42m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)ScotRail6h 16m • 3 changes
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryScotRailScotRail6h 17m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)ScotRail6h 52m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryScotRailScotRail6h 42m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)ScotRail6h 16m • 3 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryScotRailScotRail6h 14m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)ScotRail6h 47m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryScotRailScotRail8h 30m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)ScotRail6h 16m • 3 changes
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)ScotRailScotRail6h 41m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)ScotRail7h 12m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)ScotRail6h 45m • 3 changes
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    Arrives next day

    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)ScotRailScotRail13h 27m • 3 changes
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryScotRailScotRail6h 17m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)ScotRail6h 52m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryScotRailScotRail6h 42m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)ScotRail6h 16m • 3 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Sunderland to Elgin? 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 Sunderland to Elgin.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 333 mi
  • Duration: 7h 59m

What companies run services between Sunderland, England and Elgin, Scotland?

You can take a train from Sunderland to Elgin via Newcastle, Edinburgh Waverley, and Aberdeen in around 7h 30m.

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