The average train between Sunderland and Lens takes 8h 38m and the fastest train takes 5h 47m. The train service runs several times per day from Sunderland to Lens. 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 4 hours between Sunderland and Lens. The earliest departure is at 7:31 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Sunderland is at 11:14 PM which arrives into Lens at 12:28 PM. All services require a transfer at Newcastle and take an average of 8h 38m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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5h 52m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Sunderland to Lens? 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 Sunderland to Lens. However, there are services departing from Sunderland station and arriving at Lens station via King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 38m.
Sunderland to Lens train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Newcastle station.
Sunderland to Lens train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Lille Europe station.
Book your Sunderland to Lens train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Sunderland and Lens is 572.3 km. The road distance is 753 km.
You can take a train from Sunderland to Lens via Newcastle, London Kings Cross, London St Pancras Intl, Lille Europe, and Lille Flandres in around 6h 29m.