What is the cheapest way to get from Crewe to Sunderland?

The cheapest way to get from Crewe to Sunderland is to train and bus via Manchester which costs £26 - £55 and takes 5h 7m.

What is the fastest way to get from Crewe to Sunderland?

The fastest way to get from Crewe to Sunderland is to drive which takes 3h 4m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct train between Crewe and Sunderland?

No, there is no direct train from Crewe to Sunderland. However, there are services departing from Crewe and arriving at Sunderland via Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 46m.

How far is it from Crewe to Sunderland?

The distance between Crewe and Sunderland is 214 miles. The road distance is 167.2 miles.

How do I travel from Crewe to Sunderland without a car?

The best way to get from Crewe to Sunderland without a car is to train via Carlisle which takes 4h 46m and costs £55 - £140.

How long does it take to get from Crewe to Sunderland?

It takes approximately 4h 46m to get from Crewe to Sunderland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Crewe to Sunderland train from?

Crewe to Sunderland train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Crewe station.

Train or fly from Crewe to Sunderland?

The best way to get from Crewe to Sunderland is to train via Carlisle which takes 4h 46m and costs £55 - £140. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs £55 - £160 and takes 5h 35m.

Where does the Crewe to Sunderland train arrive?

Crewe to Sunderland train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Carlisle station.

Can I drive from Crewe to Sunderland?

Yes, the driving distance between Crewe to Sunderland is 167 miles. It takes approximately 3h 4m to drive from Crewe to Sunderland.

How do I get a train ticket from Crewe to Sunderland?

Book your Crewe to Sunderland train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Sunderland?

There are 1959+ hotels available in Sunderland.

Crewe to Sunderland - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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Train via Carlisle
best
1. Take the train from Crewe to Carlisletrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Sunderlandtrain Carlisle - Middlesbrough / ...
4h 46m
£57–138
Train, bus via Manchester
cheapest
1. Take the train from Crewe to Manchester Piccadillytrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Sunderland Interchangebus Uk073
5h 7m
£26–50
Drive 166.3 mi
1. Drive from Crewe to Sunderlandcar 166.3 mi
3h 4m
£41–59
Fly from Manchester Airport
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Newcastle (NCL)plane MAN - NCL
5h 35m
£55–160
Train
1. Take the train from Crewe to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Middlesbroughtrain
3. Take the train from Middlesbrough to Sunderlandtrain
5h 27m
£64–123
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Crewe to Manchester Piccadillytrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Interchangebus 172
5h 27m
£35–83
Train to Liverpool, fly
1. Take the train from Crewe to Liverpool South Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to Newcastle (NCL)plane LPL - NCL
5h 33m
£67–182

Crewe to Sunderland by train

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Distance: 212.5 mi
Duration: 4h 46m

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

You can take a train from Crewe to Sunderland via Carlisle in around 4h 46m. Alternatively, Ryanair, easyJet, and four other airlines fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Newcastle (NCL) every 4 hours.

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