The average train between Ely and Sunderland takes 3h 57m 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.
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 57m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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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.
No, there is no direct train from Ely to Sunderland. However, there are services departing from Ely station and arriving at Sunderland station via Peterborough. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 57m.
Ely to Sunderland train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Ely station.
Ely to Sunderland train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Newcastle station.
Book your Ely to Sunderland train tickets online with Cross Country, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) and 3 other operators.
The distance between Ely and Sunderland is 298.9 km. The road distance is 375 km.
You can take a train from Ely to Sunderland via Peterborough and Newcastle in around 4h 4m.