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Trains from Herne Bay (HNB) to Sunderland (SUN)

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19

train journeys
per day

265

miles (428 kms)

5hrs 31 mins

fastest journey

05:33 / 00:02

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

6

operators run

7

routes

Trains from Herne Bay (HNB) to Sunderland (SUN)

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On a typical weekday there are 19 scheduled rail journeys between Herne Bay 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 Herne Bay to Sunderland is approximately 265 miles (428 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 7hrs 11 mins.

London North Eastern Railway, Northern Rail, Grand Central, Lumo, Southeastern, Caledonian Sleeper are the main train operating companies running services between Herne Bay and Sunderland.

There are 7 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Herne Bay to Sunderland. The fastest journey time on this route takes 5hrs 31 mins.

Journeys from Herne Bay to Sunderland Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:33
    6 hrs 28 mins 3 changes
    12:01
    Herne Bay
    Sunderland
    Herne Bay to Sunderland
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:33
    5 hrs 31 mins 2 changes
    12:04
    Herne Bay
    Sunderland
    Herne Bay to Sunderland
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:05
    5 hrs 32 mins 3 changes
    12:37
    Herne Bay
    Sunderland
    Herne Bay to Sunderland
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:23
    6 hrs 38 mins 3 changes
    14:01
    Herne Bay
    Sunderland
    Herne Bay to Sunderland
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:08
    6 hrs 29 mins 3 changes
    14:37
    Herne Bay
    Sunderland
    Herne Bay to Sunderland
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:10
    5 hrs 39 mins 3 changes
    14:49
    Herne Bay
    Sunderland
    Herne Bay to Sunderland
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:45
    6 hrs 16 mins 3 changes
    16:01
    Herne Bay
    Sunderland
    Herne Bay to Sunderland
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:45
    5 hrs 50 mins 3 changes
    16:35
    Herne Bay
    Sunderland
    Herne Bay to Sunderland
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:45
    6 hrs 4 mins 3 changes
    17:49
    Herne Bay
    Sunderland
    Herne Bay to Sunderland
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:45
    5 hrs 52 mins 3 changes
    18:37
    Herne Bay
    Sunderland
    Herne Bay to Sunderland
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:45
    6 hrs 20 mins 3 changes
    20:05
    Herne Bay
    Sunderland
    Herne Bay to Sunderland
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:45
    5 hrs 36 mins 2 changes
    20:21
    Herne Bay
    Sunderland
    Herne Bay to Sunderland
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:45
    6 hrs 20 mins 3 changes
    22:05
    Herne Bay
    Sunderland
    Herne Bay to Sunderland
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:45
    6 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    22:52
    Herne Bay
    Sunderland
    Herne Bay to Sunderland
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:18
    6 hrs 4 mins 3 changes
    23:22
    Herne Bay
    Sunderland
    Herne Bay to Sunderland
  • Mon 29th Apr
    19:45
    10 hrs 41 mins 3 changes
    06:26
    Herne Bay
    Sunderland
    Herne Bay to Sunderland
  • Mon 29th Apr
    21:21
    10 hrs 39 mins 3 changes
    08:00
    Herne Bay
    Sunderland
    Herne Bay to Sunderland
  • Mon 29th Apr
    22:21
    11 hrs 40 mins 3 changes
    10:01
    Herne Bay
    Sunderland
    Herne Bay to Sunderland
  • Mon 29th Apr
    23:21
    12 hrs 43 mins 3 changes
    12:04
    Herne Bay
    Sunderland
    Herne Bay to Sunderland

About Herne Bay Station

Station name Herne Bay (HNB)
Address Herne Bay station, The Circus, Herne Bay, Kent, CT6 8PJ
Managed by SE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:10 - 19:00
Saturday 06:10 - 19:00
Sunday 09:10 - 16:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
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 Herne Bay and Sunderland

The travel time between Herne Bay and Sunderland by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 7hrs 11 mins & the fastest journey takes 5hrs 31 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Herne Bay 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 05:33, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:02.

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

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

London North Eastern Railway, Northern Rail, Grand Central, Lumo, Southeastern, Caledonian Sleeper are the main train operating companies running services between Herne Bay and Sunderland.

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