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Trains from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Sunderland (SUN)

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21

train journeys
per day

264

miles (425 kms)

4hrs 36 mins

fastest journey

04:21 / 00:41

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

7

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Sunderland (SUN)

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On a typical weekday there are 21 scheduled rail journeys between Gatwick Airport and Sunderland , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 21 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Gatwick Airport to Sunderland is approximately 264 miles (425 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 25 mins.

Gatwick Express, London North Eastern Railway, Thameslink, Northern Rail, Grand Central, Lumo, Southern are the main train operating companies running services between Gatwick Airport and Sunderland.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Gatwick Airport to Sunderland. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 36 mins.

Journeys from Gatwick Airport to Sunderland Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    04:21
    5 hrs 40 mins 3 changes
    10:01
    Gatwick Airport
    Sunderland
    Gatwick Airport to Sunderland
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:38
    4 hrs 58 mins 3 changes
    10:36
    Gatwick Airport
    Sunderland
    Gatwick Airport to Sunderland
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:40
    5 hrs 21 mins 3 changes
    12:01
    Gatwick Airport
    Sunderland
    Gatwick Airport to Sunderland
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:14
    4 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    12:04
    Gatwick Airport
    Sunderland
    Gatwick Airport to Sunderland
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:43
    4 hrs 54 mins 3 changes
    12:37
    Gatwick Airport
    Sunderland
    Gatwick Airport to Sunderland
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:43
    5 hrs 18 mins 3 changes
    14:01
    Gatwick Airport
    Sunderland
    Gatwick Airport to Sunderland
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:43
    4 hrs 54 mins 3 changes
    14:37
    Gatwick Airport
    Sunderland
    Gatwick Airport to Sunderland
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:13
    4 hrs 36 mins 2 changes
    14:49
    Gatwick Airport
    Sunderland
    Gatwick Airport to Sunderland
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:16
    4 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    16:01
    Gatwick Airport
    Sunderland
    Gatwick Airport to Sunderland
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:43
    4 hrs 52 mins 3 changes
    16:35
    Gatwick Airport
    Sunderland
    Gatwick Airport to Sunderland
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:43
    5 hrs 6 mins 3 changes
    17:49
    Gatwick Airport
    Sunderland
    Gatwick Airport to Sunderland
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:13
    4 hrs 39 mins 2 changes
    17:52
    Gatwick Airport
    Sunderland
    Gatwick Airport to Sunderland
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:43
    4 hrs 54 mins 3 changes
    18:37
    Gatwick Airport
    Sunderland
    Gatwick Airport to Sunderland
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:43
    5 hrs 22 mins 3 changes
    20:05
    Gatwick Airport
    Sunderland
    Gatwick Airport to Sunderland
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    15:32
    4 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    20:21
    Gatwick Airport
    Sunderland
    Gatwick Airport to Sunderland
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    16:13
    4 hrs 52 mins 3 changes
    21:05
    Gatwick Airport
    Sunderland
    Gatwick Airport to Sunderland
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    17:02
    5 hrs 3 mins 3 changes
    22:05
    Gatwick Airport
    Sunderland
    Gatwick Airport to Sunderland
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    18:13
    4 hrs 39 mins 2 changes
    22:52
    Gatwick Airport
    Sunderland
    Gatwick Airport to Sunderland
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    18:43
    4 hrs 39 mins 2 changes
    23:22
    Gatwick Airport
    Sunderland
    Gatwick Airport to Sunderland
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    20:40
    9 hrs 46 mins 3 changes
    06:26
    Gatwick Airport
    Sunderland
    Gatwick Airport to Sunderland

About Gatwick Airport Station

Station name Gatwick Airport (GTW)
Address Gatwick Airport station, South Terminal, Gatwick Airport, West Sussex, RH6 0RD
Managed by GX

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office No

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
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 Gatwick Airport and Sunderland

The travel time between Gatwick Airport and Sunderland by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 25 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 36 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Gatwick Airport and Sunderland vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 21 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:21, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:41.

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

Amenities on trains between Gatwick Airport 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 Gatwick Airport & Sunderland. owever, there are 21 possible journeys which require a change.

Gatwick Express, London North Eastern Railway, Thameslink, Northern Rail, Grand Central, Lumo, Southern are the main train operating companies running services between Gatwick Airport and Sunderland.

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