The average train between Leeds and Sunderland takes 2h 22m and the fastest train takes 1h 50m. There is an hourly train service from Leeds 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 Leeds and Sunderland. The earliest departure is at 6:51 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Leeds is at 11:00 PM which arrives into Sunderland at 6:25 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 22m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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No, there is no direct train from Leeds to Sunderland. However, there are services departing from Leeds station and arriving at Sunderland station via Newcastle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 22m.
Leeds to Sunderland train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Leeds station.
Leeds to Sunderland train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Newcastle station.
Book your Leeds to Sunderland train tickets online with Cross Country, Northern Trains Limited and TransPennine Express.
The distance between Leeds and Sunderland is 123.7 km. The road distance is 188 km.
TransPennine Express operates a train from Leeds to Newcastle hourly. Tickets cost £35–65 and the journey takes 1h 32m. Cross Country also services this route hourly.
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