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Trains from Leeds (LDS) to Sunderland (SUN)

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41

train journeys
per day

77

miles (124 kms)

1hrs 52 mins

fastest journey

04:32 / 01:20

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

5

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Leeds (LDS) to Sunderland (SUN)

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On a typical weekday there are 41 scheduled rail journeys between Leeds and Sunderland , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 41 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Leeds to Sunderland is approximately 77 miles (124 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 25 mins.

London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express, Grand Central are the main train operating companies running services between Leeds and Sunderland.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Leeds to Sunderland. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 52 mins.

Journeys from Leeds to Sunderland Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    04:32
    3 hrs 23 mins 2 changes
    07:55
    Leeds
    Sunderland
    Leeds to Sunderland
  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:43
    2 hrs 17 mins 1 change
    08:00
    Leeds
    Sunderland
    Leeds to Sunderland
  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:52
    2 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    08:00
    Leeds
    Sunderland
    Leeds to Sunderland
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:14
    2 hrs 16 mins 1 change
    08:30
    Leeds
    Sunderland
    Leeds to Sunderland
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:21
    2 hrs 39 mins 2 changes
    09:00
    Leeds
    Sunderland
    Leeds to Sunderland
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:13
    2 hrs 18 mins 1 change
    09:31
    Leeds
    Sunderland
    Leeds to Sunderland
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:08
    1 hrs 53 mins 1 change
    10:01
    Leeds
    Sunderland
    Leeds to Sunderland
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:13
    2 hrs 17 mins 1 change
    10:30
    Leeds
    Sunderland
    Leeds to Sunderland
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:43
    1 hrs 53 mins 1 change
    10:36
    Leeds
    Sunderland
    Leeds to Sunderland
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:08
    1 hrs 53 mins 1 change
    11:01
    Leeds
    Sunderland
    Leeds to Sunderland
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:13
    2 hrs 18 mins 1 change
    11:31
    Leeds
    Sunderland
    Leeds to Sunderland
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:08
    1 hrs 53 mins 1 change
    12:01
    Leeds
    Sunderland
    Leeds to Sunderland
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:13
    2 hrs 18 mins 1 change
    12:31
    Leeds
    Sunderland
    Leeds to Sunderland
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:08
    1 hrs 53 mins 1 change
    13:01
    Leeds
    Sunderland
    Leeds to Sunderland
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:13
    2 hrs 18 mins 1 change
    13:31
    Leeds
    Sunderland
    Leeds to Sunderland
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:08
    1 hrs 53 mins 1 change
    14:01
    Leeds
    Sunderland
    Leeds to Sunderland
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:13
    2 hrs 17 mins 1 change
    14:30
    Leeds
    Sunderland
    Leeds to Sunderland
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:16
    2 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    14:37
    Leeds
    Sunderland
    Leeds to Sunderland
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:41
    2 hrs 8 mins 1 change
    14:49
    Leeds
    Sunderland
    Leeds to Sunderland
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:08
    1 hrs 53 mins 1 change
    15:01
    Leeds
    Sunderland
    Leeds to Sunderland

About Leeds Station

Station name Leeds (LDS)
Address Leeds station, New Station Street, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS1 4DY
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 04:45 - 23:59
Tuesday 04:45 - 23:59
Wednesday 04:45 - 23:59
Thursday 04:45 - 23:59
Friday 04:45 - 23:59
Saturday 04:45 - 23:59
Sunday 06:45 - 22:30
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 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 Leeds and Sunderland

The travel time between Leeds and Sunderland by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 25 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 52 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Leeds and Sunderland vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 41 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:32, and the last train of the day leaves at 01:20.

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Amenities on trains between Leeds 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 Leeds & Sunderland. owever, there are 41 possible journeys which require a change.

London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express, Grand Central are the main train operating companies running services between Leeds and Sunderland.

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