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Trains from Liverpool James Street (LVJ) to Sunderland (SUN)

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17

train journeys
per day

122

miles (197 kms)

4hrs 10 mins

fastest journey

05:16 / 23:58

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Liverpool James Street (LVJ) to Sunderland (SUN)

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On a typical weekday there are 17 scheduled rail journeys between Liverpool James Street and Sunderland , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 17 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Liverpool James Street to Sunderland is approximately 122 miles (197 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 16 mins.

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

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Liverpool James Street to Sunderland. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 10 mins.

Journeys from Liverpool James Street to Sunderland Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:16
    4 hrs 45 mins 3 changes
    10:01
    Liverpool James Street
    Sunderland
    Liverpool James Street to Sunderland
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:39
    3 hrs 57 mins 2 changes
    10:36
    Liverpool James Street
    Sunderland
    Liverpool James Street to Sunderland
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:39
    4 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    12:01
    Liverpool James Street
    Sunderland
    Liverpool James Street to Sunderland
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:34
    4 hrs 27 mins 2 changes
    13:01
    Liverpool James Street
    Sunderland
    Liverpool James Street to Sunderland
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:39
    4 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    14:01
    Liverpool James Street
    Sunderland
    Liverpool James Street to Sunderland
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:39
    4 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    14:49
    Liverpool James Street
    Sunderland
    Liverpool James Street to Sunderland
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:39
    4 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    16:01
    Liverpool James Street
    Sunderland
    Liverpool James Street to Sunderland
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:39
    4 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    17:01
    Liverpool James Street
    Sunderland
    Liverpool James Street to Sunderland
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:39
    4 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    17:52
    Liverpool James Street
    Sunderland
    Liverpool James Street to Sunderland
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:39
    3 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    18:37
    Liverpool James Street
    Sunderland
    Liverpool James Street to Sunderland
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:39
    4 hrs 26 mins 2 changes
    20:05
    Liverpool James Street
    Sunderland
    Liverpool James Street to Sunderland
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:39
    4 hrs 26 mins 2 changes
    21:05
    Liverpool James Street
    Sunderland
    Liverpool James Street to Sunderland
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:39
    4 hrs 26 mins 2 changes
    22:05
    Liverpool James Street
    Sunderland
    Liverpool James Street to Sunderland
  • Mon 29th Apr
    18:39
    4 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    22:52
    Liverpool James Street
    Sunderland
    Liverpool James Street to Sunderland
  • Mon 29th Apr
    20:39
    9 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    06:26
    Liverpool James Street
    Sunderland
    Liverpool James Street to Sunderland
  • Mon 29th Apr
    23:14
    9 hrs 16 mins 3 changes
    08:30
    Liverpool James Street
    Sunderland
    Liverpool James Street to Sunderland
  • Mon 29th Apr
    23:54
    10 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    10:01
    Liverpool James Street
    Sunderland
    Liverpool James Street to Sunderland

About Liverpool James Street Station

Station name Liverpool James Street (LVJ)
Address Liverpool James Street station, James Street, Liverpool, Merseyside, L2 7PQ
Managed by ME

Ticket Office

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

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Available
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 Liverpool James Street and Sunderland

The travel time between Liverpool James Street and Sunderland by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 16 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 10 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Liverpool James Street and Sunderland vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 17 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:16, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:58.

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Amenities on trains between Liverpool James Street 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 Liverpool James Street & Sunderland. owever, there are 17 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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