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Trains from Colchester (COL) to Sunderland (SUN)

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9

train journeys
per day

228

miles (366 kms)

4hrs 56 mins

fastest journey

05:40 / 00:27

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

5

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Colchester (COL) to Sunderland (SUN)

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On a typical weekday there are 9 scheduled rail journeys between Colchester and Sunderland , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 9 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Colchester to Sunderland is approximately 228 miles (366 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 7hrs 7 mins.

Northern Rail, Abellio Greater Anglia, London North Eastern Railway, Grand Central, East Midlands Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Colchester and Sunderland.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Colchester to Sunderland. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 56 mins.

Journeys from Colchester to Sunderland Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:40
    4 hrs 56 mins 2 changes
    10:36
    Colchester
    Sunderland
    Colchester to Sunderland
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:20
    5 hrs 17 mins 3 changes
    12:37
    Colchester
    Sunderland
    Colchester to Sunderland
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:22
    6 hrs 39 mins 3 changes
    16:01
    Colchester
    Sunderland
    Colchester to Sunderland
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:23
    5 hrs 12 mins 3 changes
    16:35
    Colchester
    Sunderland
    Colchester to Sunderland
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:20
    6 hrs 45 mins 3 changes
    20:05
    Colchester
    Sunderland
    Colchester to Sunderland
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:20
    5 hrs 45 mins 3 changes
    21:05
    Colchester
    Sunderland
    Colchester to Sunderland
  • Mon 1st Apr
    17:18
    5 hrs 49 mins 3 changes
    23:07
    Colchester
    Sunderland
    Colchester to Sunderland
  • Mon 1st Apr
    19:20
    11 hrs 6 mins 3 changes
    06:26
    Colchester
    Sunderland
    Colchester to Sunderland
  • Mon 1st Apr
    23:22
    12 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    12:04
    Colchester
    Sunderland
    Colchester to Sunderland

About Colchester Station

Station name Colchester (COL)
Address Colchester [North] station, Station Approach Road, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1XD
Managed by LE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:00 - 22:00
Saturday 05:30 - 21:00
Sunday 06:00 - 21:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

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 Colchester and Sunderland

The travel time between Colchester and Sunderland by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 7hrs 7 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 56 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Colchester and Sunderland vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 9 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:40, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:27.

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Amenities on trains between Colchester 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 Colchester & Sunderland. owever, there are 9 possible journeys which require a change.

Northern Rail, Abellio Greater Anglia, London North Eastern Railway, Grand Central, East Midlands Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Colchester and Sunderland.

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