The average train between Sunderland and Shildon takes 2h 1m and the fastest train takes 1h 22m. There is a train service every few hours from Sunderland to Shildon. 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 Sunderland and Shildon. The earliest departure is at 7:06 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Sunderland is at 11:14 PM which arrives into Shildon at 6:37 AM. All services require a transfer at Newcastle 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 Sunderland to Shildon? 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 Shildon. However, there are services departing from Sunderland station and arriving at Shildon station via Newcastle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 1m.
Sunderland to Shildon train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Sunderland station.
Sunderland to Shildon train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Shildon station.
Book your Sunderland to Shildon train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Cross Country and 2 other operators.
The distance between Sunderland and Shildon is 34.5 km. The road distance is 91 km.
You can take a train from Sunderland to Shildon via Newcastle and Darlington in around 2h 3m.