The average train between Shildon and Sunderland takes 2h 1m and the fastest train takes 1h 22m. There is a train service every few hours from Shildon 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 Shildon and Sunderland. The earliest departure is at 6:55 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Shildon is at 9:59 PM which arrives into Sunderland at 6:26 AM. All services require a transfer at Darlington and take an average of 2h 1m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Shildon 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 Shildon to Sunderland. However, there are services departing from Shildon station and arriving at Sunderland station via Darlington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 1m.
Shildon to Sunderland train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Shildon station.
Shildon to Sunderland train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Sunderland station.
Book your Shildon to Sunderland train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) and Cross Country.
The distance between Shildon and Sunderland is 34.5 km. The road distance is 91 km.
You can take a train from Shildon to Sunderland via Darlington and Newcastle in around 1h 41m.