The average train between Sunderland and Crewe takes 4h 18m and the fastest train takes 3h 32m. The train service runs several times per day from Sunderland to Crewe. 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 3 hours between Sunderland and Crewe. The earliest departure is at 7:31 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Sunderland is at 11:14 PM which arrives into Crewe at 8:07 AM. All services require a transfer at Newcastle and take an average of 4h 18m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Sunderland to Crewe? 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 Sunderland to Crewe. However, there are services departing from Sunderland station and arriving at Crewe station via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 18m.
Sunderland to Crewe train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Newcastle station.
Sunderland to Crewe train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Crewe station.
Book your Sunderland to Crewe train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express and 2 other operators.
The distance between Sunderland and Crewe is 212.5 km. The road distance is 304 km.
You can take a train from Sunderland to Crewe via Newcastle and Manchester Piccadilly in around 4h 31m.