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Trains from Colchester Town (CET) to Sunderland (SUN)

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19

train journeys
per day

229

miles (368 kms)

5hrs 32 mins

fastest journey

06:11 / 23:31

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

5

operators run

7

routes

Trains from Colchester Town (CET) to Sunderland (SUN)

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On a typical weekday there are 19 scheduled rail journeys between Colchester Town and Sunderland , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 19 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Colchester Town to Sunderland is approximately 229 miles (368 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 6hrs 49 mins.

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

There are 7 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Colchester Town to Sunderland. The fastest journey time on this route takes 5hrs 32 mins.

Journeys from Colchester Town to Sunderland Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:11
    5 hrs 53 mins 2 changes
    12:04
    Colchester Town
    Sunderland
    Colchester Town to Sunderland
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:43
    5 hrs 54 mins 3 changes
    12:37
    Colchester Town
    Sunderland
    Colchester Town to Sunderland
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:33
    6 hrs 28 mins 3 changes
    14:01
    Colchester Town
    Sunderland
    Colchester Town to Sunderland
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:57
    6 hrs 40 mins 3 changes
    14:37
    Colchester Town
    Sunderland
    Colchester Town to Sunderland
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:07
    5 hrs 42 mins 3 changes
    14:49
    Colchester Town
    Sunderland
    Colchester Town to Sunderland
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:35
    6 hrs 26 mins 3 changes
    16:01
    Colchester Town
    Sunderland
    Colchester Town to Sunderland
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:35
    6 hrs 3 changes
    16:35
    Colchester Town
    Sunderland
    Colchester Town to Sunderland
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:00
    5 hrs 40 mins 3 changes
    16:40
    Colchester Town
    Sunderland
    Colchester Town to Sunderland
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:35
    6 hrs 14 mins 3 changes
    17:49
    Colchester Town
    Sunderland
    Colchester Town to Sunderland
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:35
    5 hrs 17 mins 2 changes
    17:52
    Colchester Town
    Sunderland
    Colchester Town to Sunderland
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:35
    5 hrs 32 mins 3 changes
    19:07
    Colchester Town
    Sunderland
    Colchester Town to Sunderland
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:35
    5 hrs 46 mins 2 changes - overtaken train
    20:21
    Colchester Town
    Sunderland
    Colchester Town to Sunderland
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:44
    5 hrs 37 mins 3 changes
    20:21
    Colchester Town
    Sunderland
    Colchester Town to Sunderland
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    15:34
    5 hrs 31 mins 3 changes
    21:05
    Colchester Town
    Sunderland
    Colchester Town to Sunderland
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    17:07
    5 hrs 45 mins 3 changes
    22:52
    Colchester Town
    Sunderland
    Colchester Town to Sunderland
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    18:00
    5 hrs 22 mins 3 changes
    23:22
    Colchester Town
    Sunderland
    Colchester Town to Sunderland
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    19:35
    10 hrs 51 mins 3 changes
    06:26
    Colchester Town
    Sunderland
    Colchester Town to Sunderland
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    22:00
    12 hrs 1 min 3 changes
    10:01
    Colchester Town
    Sunderland
    Colchester Town to Sunderland
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    23:07
    12 hrs 57 mins 3 changes
    12:04
    Colchester Town
    Sunderland
    Colchester Town to Sunderland

About Colchester Town Station

Station name Colchester Town (CET)
Address Colchester Town station, St. Botolphs Circus, Colchester, Essex, CO2 7EF
Managed by LE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:10 - 20:15
Saturday 07:00 - 18:45
Sunday Closed
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
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 Colchester Town and Sunderland

The travel time between Colchester Town and Sunderland by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 6hrs 49 mins & the fastest journey takes 5hrs 32 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Colchester Town and Sunderland vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 19 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:11, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:31.

First class tickets on trains between Colchester Town and Sunderland typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Colchester Town 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 Town & Sunderland. owever, there are 19 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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