The average train between Dundee and Sunderland takes 4h 9m and the fastest train takes 3h 9m. There is a train service every few hours from Dundee 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 Dundee and Sunderland. The earliest departure is at 5:41 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Dundee is at 11:11 PM which arrives into Sunderland at 8:04 AM. All services require a transfer at Edinburgh Waverley and take an average of 4h 9m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Dundee 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 Dundee to Sunderland. However, there are services departing from Dundee station and arriving at Sunderland station via Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 9m.
Dundee to Sunderland train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Dundee station.
Dundee to Sunderland train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Newcastle station.
Book your Dundee to Sunderland train tickets online with Cross Country, Northern Trains Limited and 3 other operators.
The distance between Dundee and Sunderland is 200.6 km. The road distance is 310 km.
You can take a train from Dundee to Sunderland via Edinburgh Waverley and Newcastle in around 3h 46m.