The average train between Strood and Sunderland takes 4h 22m and the fastest train takes 4h 11m. The train service runs several times per day from Strood 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 every 4 hours between Strood and Sunderland. The earliest departure is at 6:35 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Strood is at 6:36 PM which arrives into Sunderland at 10:55 PM. All services require a transfer at Railway Station and take an average of 4h 22m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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Want to know about travelling from Strood 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 Strood to Sunderland. However, there are services departing from Strood station and arriving at Sunderland station via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 22m.
Strood to Sunderland train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Rochester station.
Strood to Sunderland train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Newcastle station.
Book your Strood to Sunderland train tickets online with Southeastern and Grand Central Trains.
The distance between Strood and Sunderland is 409.6 km. The road distance is 504 km.
You can take a bus from Elaine Avenue to Sunderland via Railway Station, Rochester, London St Pancras International, King's Cross, Newcastle, and Central Station in around 4h 33m.