The average train between Exeter and Sunderland takes 7h and the fastest train takes 6h 5m. There is a train service every few hours from Exeter 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 Exeter and Sunderland. The earliest departure is at 1:07 AM at night, and the last departure from Exeter is at 8:52 PM which arrives into Sunderland at 12:06 PM. All services require a transfer at London Paddington and take an average of 7h. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Exeter 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 Exeter to Sunderland. However, there are services departing from Exeter station and arriving at Sunderland station via London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h.
Exeter to Sunderland train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Exeter St Davids station.
Exeter to Sunderland train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Newcastle station.
Book your Exeter to Sunderland train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR), London Underground (Tube) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Exeter and Sunderland is 486.7 km. The road distance is 731 km.
You can take a train from Exeter St Davids to Sunderland via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, King's Cross, and Newcastle in around 6h 5m.