The average train between Trafford Centre and Sunderland takes 4h 34m and the fastest train takes 3h 36m. There is a train service every few hours from Trafford Centre 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 Trafford Centre and Sunderland. The earliest departure is at 12:30 AM at night, and the last departure from Trafford Centre is at 11:45 PM which arrives into Sunderland at 12:06 PM. All services require a transfer at Victoria and take an average of 4h 34m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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3h 44m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Trafford Centre 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.
No, there is no direct train from Trafford Centre to Sunderland. However, there are services departing from Trafford Centre station and arriving at Sunderland station via Newcastle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 34m.
Trafford Centre to Sunderland train services, operated by Metrolink, depart from Manchester Victoria station.
Trafford Centre to Sunderland train services, operated by Metrolink, arrive at Newcastle station.
The distance between Trafford Centre and Sunderland is 171.9 km. The road distance is 263 km.
TransPennine Express operates a train from Manchester Victoria to Newcastle hourly. Tickets cost £40–75 and the journey takes 2h 23m.