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Trains from Ellesmere Port (ELP) to Sunderland (SUN)

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14

train journeys
per day

127

miles (205 kms)

5hrs 7 mins

fastest journey

06:47 / 23:58

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 2 changes)

4

operators run

2

routes

Trains from Ellesmere Port (ELP) to Sunderland (SUN)

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On a typical weekday there are 14 scheduled rail journeys between Ellesmere Port and Sunderland , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 14 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Ellesmere Port to Sunderland is approximately 127 miles (205 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 6hrs.

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

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Ellesmere Port to Sunderland. The fastest journey time on this route takes 5hrs 7 mins.

Journeys from Ellesmere Port to Sunderland Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:47
    5 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    12:01
    Ellesmere Port
    Sunderland
    Ellesmere Port to Sunderland
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:49
    5 hrs 12 mins 2 changes
    13:01
    Ellesmere Port
    Sunderland
    Ellesmere Port to Sunderland
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:42
    5 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    14:01
    Ellesmere Port
    Sunderland
    Ellesmere Port to Sunderland
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:42
    5 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    14:49
    Ellesmere Port
    Sunderland
    Ellesmere Port to Sunderland
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:42
    5 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    16:01
    Ellesmere Port
    Sunderland
    Ellesmere Port to Sunderland
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:42
    5 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    17:01
    Ellesmere Port
    Sunderland
    Ellesmere Port to Sunderland
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:42
    5 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    17:52
    Ellesmere Port
    Sunderland
    Ellesmere Port to Sunderland
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:42
    4 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    18:37
    Ellesmere Port
    Sunderland
    Ellesmere Port to Sunderland
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:42
    5 hrs 23 mins 2 changes
    20:05
    Ellesmere Port
    Sunderland
    Ellesmere Port to Sunderland
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    15:42
    5 hrs 23 mins 2 changes
    21:05
    Ellesmere Port
    Sunderland
    Ellesmere Port to Sunderland
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    16:42
    5 hrs 23 mins 2 changes
    22:05
    Ellesmere Port
    Sunderland
    Ellesmere Port to Sunderland
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    17:42
    5 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    22:52
    Ellesmere Port
    Sunderland
    Ellesmere Port to Sunderland
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    19:49
    10 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    06:26
    Ellesmere Port
    Sunderland
    Ellesmere Port to Sunderland
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    23:19
    10 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    10:01
    Ellesmere Port
    Sunderland
    Ellesmere Port to Sunderland

About Ellesmere Port Station

Station name Ellesmere Port (ELP)
Address Ellesmere Port station, Europa Way, Ellesmere Port, Cheshire, CH65 4AR
Managed by ME

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:30 - 14:00
Weekend Closed
Sunday Closed
Ticket on Departure Unavailable
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
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 Ellesmere Port and Sunderland

The travel time between Ellesmere Port and Sunderland by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 6hrs & the fastest journey takes 5hrs 7 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Ellesmere Port and Sunderland vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 14 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:47, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:58.

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Amenities on trains between Ellesmere Port 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 Ellesmere Port & Sunderland. owever, there are 14 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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