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Trip Overview

The average train between Ely and Sunderland takes 3h 59m and the fastest train takes 3h 8m. There is a train service every few hours from Ely 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.

3h 59m
Duration
233 mi
Distance
£97
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Ely to Sunderland train times

Trains run hourly between Ely and Sunderland. The earliest departure is at 5:30 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Ely is at 9:47 PM which arrives into Sunderland at 6:26 AM. All services require a transfer at Peterborough and take an average of 3h 59m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    Greater AngliaLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited3h 23m • 2 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited3h 35m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited3h 8m • 2 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited3h 36m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Cross CountryLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited3h 54m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited3h 11m • 2 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited3h 36m • 2 changes
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    Greater AngliaLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited3h 23m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Cross CountryLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited3h 54m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited3h 11m • 2 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited3h 36m • 2 changes
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    Greater AngliaLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited3h 23m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Cross CountryLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited3h 54m • 2 changes
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    Greater AngliaLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited3h 24m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited3h 9m • 2 changes
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    Greater AngliaLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited3h 23m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Greater AngliaLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited4h 12m • 2 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited4h 16m • 2 changes
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    Greater AngliaLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited4h 14m • 2 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited4h 16m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Cross CountryLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited3h 54m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited3h 11m • 2 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited3h 36m • 2 changes
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    Greater AngliaLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited3h 23m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Cross CountryLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited3h 54m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited3h 11m • 2 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited3h 36m • 2 changes
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    Greater AngliaLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited3h 23m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Ely 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.

Map of how to get from Ely to Sunderland.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 233.2 mi
  • Duration: 3h 59m

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

You can take a train from Ely to Sunderland via Peterborough and Newcastle in around 4h 10m.

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