The average train between Sunderland and Salford takes 3h 13m and the fastest train takes 2h 44m. There is a train service every few hours from Sunderland to Salford. 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 Sunderland and Salford. 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 Salford at 7:18 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 13m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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2h 45m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Sunderland to Salford? 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 Salford. However, there are services departing from Newcastle station and arriving at Manchester Victoria station via Manchester Victoria station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 13m.
Sunderland to Salford train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Newcastle station.
Sunderland to Salford train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Manchester Victoria station.
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The distance between Sunderland and Salford is 168.3 km. The road distance is 211 km.
TransPennine Express operates a train from Newcastle to Manchester Victoria hourly. Tickets cost £40–70 and the journey takes 2h 16m.