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Trains from Burnley Central (BNC) to Sunderland (SUN)

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18

train journeys
per day

84

miles (135 kms)

3hrs 53 mins

fastest journey

05:56 / 23:54

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Burnley Central (BNC) to Sunderland (SUN)

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On a typical weekday there are 18 scheduled rail journeys between Burnley Central and Sunderland , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 18 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Burnley Central to Sunderland is approximately 84 miles (135 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 22 mins.

CrossCountry, Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express, Grand Central are the main train operating companies running services between Burnley Central and Sunderland.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Burnley Central to Sunderland. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 53 mins.

Journeys from Burnley Central to Sunderland Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:56
    4 hrs 5 mins 3 changes
    10:01
    Burnley Central
    Sunderland
    Burnley Central to Sunderland
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:55
    3 hrs 41 mins 3 changes
    10:36
    Burnley Central
    Sunderland
    Burnley Central to Sunderland
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:56
    4 hrs 5 mins 3 changes
    12:01
    Burnley Central
    Sunderland
    Burnley Central to Sunderland
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:56
    4 hrs 5 mins 3 changes
    13:01
    Burnley Central
    Sunderland
    Burnley Central to Sunderland
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:56
    4 hrs 5 mins 3 changes
    14:01
    Burnley Central
    Sunderland
    Burnley Central to Sunderland
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:56
    3 hrs 53 mins 2 changes
    14:49
    Burnley Central
    Sunderland
    Burnley Central to Sunderland
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:56
    4 hrs 5 mins 3 changes
    16:01
    Burnley Central
    Sunderland
    Burnley Central to Sunderland
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:56
    4 hrs 5 mins 3 changes
    17:01
    Burnley Central
    Sunderland
    Burnley Central to Sunderland
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:56
    3 hrs 56 mins 2 changes
    17:52
    Burnley Central
    Sunderland
    Burnley Central to Sunderland
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:56
    3 hrs 41 mins 3 changes
    18:37
    Burnley Central
    Sunderland
    Burnley Central to Sunderland
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:56
    4 hrs 9 mins 3 changes
    20:05
    Burnley Central
    Sunderland
    Burnley Central to Sunderland
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:56
    4 hrs 9 mins 3 changes
    21:05
    Burnley Central
    Sunderland
    Burnley Central to Sunderland
  • Mon 1st Apr
    17:56
    4 hrs 9 mins 3 changes
    22:05
    Burnley Central
    Sunderland
    Burnley Central to Sunderland
  • Mon 1st Apr
    18:55
    3 hrs 57 mins 2 changes
    22:52
    Burnley Central
    Sunderland
    Burnley Central to Sunderland
  • Mon 1st Apr
    20:55
    9 hrs 31 mins 3 changes
    06:26
    Burnley Central
    Sunderland
    Burnley Central to Sunderland
  • Mon 1st Apr
    22:33
    9 hrs 27 mins 3 changes
    08:00
    Burnley Central
    Sunderland
    Burnley Central to Sunderland
  • Mon 1st Apr
    23:13
    9 hrs 17 mins 3 changes
    08:30
    Burnley Central
    Sunderland
    Burnley Central to Sunderland
  • Mon 1st Apr
    23:33
    12 hrs 31 mins 3 changes
    12:04
    Burnley Central
    Sunderland
    Burnley Central to Sunderland

About Burnley Central Station

Station name Burnley Central (BNC)
Address Burnley Central station, Railway Street, Burnley, Lancashire, BB11 1DA
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:30 - 13:30
Weekend Closed
Ticket on Departure Unavailable
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Unavailable
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

About Sunderland Station

Station name Sunderland (SUN)
Address Sunderland station, Athenaeum Street, Sunderland, Tyne & Wear, SR1 3HP
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:15 - 18:00
Saturday 06:15 - 18:00
Sunday 08:00 - 17:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Unavailable
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Burnley Central and Sunderland

The travel time between Burnley Central and Sunderland by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 22 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 53 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Burnley Central and Sunderland vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 18 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:56, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:54.

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Amenities on trains between Burnley Central and Sunderland can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Burnley Central & Sunderland. owever, there are 18 possible journeys which require a change.

CrossCountry, Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express, Grand Central are the main train operating companies running services between Burnley Central and Sunderland.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Burnley Central and Sunderland, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.