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The average train between Manchester and Sunderland takes 3h 25m and the fastest train takes 2h 51m. There is a train service every few hours from Manchester 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 Manchester and Sunderland. The earliest departure is at 6:00 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Manchester is at 9:47 PM which arrives into Sunderland at 6:26 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 25m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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No, there is no direct train from Manchester to Sunderland. However, there are services departing from Manchester Victoria station and arriving at Newcastle station via Newcastle station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 25m.
Manchester to Sunderland train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Manchester Victoria station.
Manchester to Sunderland train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Newcastle station.
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The distance between Manchester and Sunderland is 167.8 km. The road distance is 209 km.
TransPennine Express operates a train from Manchester Victoria to Newcastle hourly. Tickets cost £40–75 and the journey takes 2h 40m.
