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Trains from Margate (MAR) to Sunderland (SUN)

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21

train journeys
per day

268

miles (432 kms)

5hrs 34 mins

fastest journey

05:40 / 23:35

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

6

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Margate (MAR) to Sunderland (SUN)

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On a typical weekday there are 21 scheduled rail journeys between Margate 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 Margate to Sunderland is approximately 268 miles (432 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 7hrs 3 mins.

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

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Margate to Sunderland. The fastest journey time on this route takes 5hrs 34 mins.

Journeys from Margate to Sunderland Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:40
    6 hrs 21 mins 3 changes
    12:01
    Margate
    Sunderland
    Margate to Sunderland
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:19
    5 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    12:04
    Margate
    Sunderland
    Margate to Sunderland
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:51
    5 hrs 46 mins 3 changes
    12:37
    Margate
    Sunderland
    Margate to Sunderland
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:48
    6 hrs 13 mins 3 changes
    14:01
    Margate
    Sunderland
    Margate to Sunderland
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:48
    5 hrs 49 mins 3 changes
    14:37
    Margate
    Sunderland
    Margate to Sunderland
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:48
    6 hrs 1 min 2 changes - overtaken train
    14:49
    Margate
    Sunderland
    Margate to Sunderland
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:53
    5 hrs 56 mins 3 changes
    14:49
    Margate
    Sunderland
    Margate to Sunderland
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:48
    6 hrs 13 mins 3 changes
    16:01
    Margate
    Sunderland
    Margate to Sunderland
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:50
    5 hrs 45 mins 3 changes
    16:35
    Margate
    Sunderland
    Margate to Sunderland
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:50
    5 hrs 59 mins 3 changes
    17:49
    Margate
    Sunderland
    Margate to Sunderland
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:50
    5 hrs 47 mins 3 changes
    18:37
    Margate
    Sunderland
    Margate to Sunderland
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:48
    6 hrs 17 mins 3 changes
    20:05
    Margate
    Sunderland
    Margate to Sunderland
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:30
    5 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    20:21
    Margate
    Sunderland
    Margate to Sunderland
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:50
    6 hrs 15 mins 3 changes
    21:05
    Margate
    Sunderland
    Margate to Sunderland
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:48
    6 hrs 17 mins 3 changes
    22:05
    Margate
    Sunderland
    Margate to Sunderland
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:48
    6 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    22:52
    Margate
    Sunderland
    Margate to Sunderland
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:48
    5 hrs 34 mins 2 changes
    23:22
    Margate
    Sunderland
    Margate to Sunderland
  • Mon 29th Apr
    19:50
    10 hrs 36 mins 3 changes
    06:26
    Margate
    Sunderland
    Margate to Sunderland
  • Mon 29th Apr
    21:04
    10 hrs 56 mins 3 changes
    08:00
    Margate
    Sunderland
    Margate to Sunderland
  • Mon 29th Apr
    22:04
    11 hrs 57 mins 3 changes
    10:01
    Margate
    Sunderland
    Margate to Sunderland

About Margate Station

Station name Margate (MAR)
Address Margate station, Station Approach, Margate, Kent, CT9 5AD
Managed by SE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:15 - 19:30
Saturday 06:15 - 19:30
Sunday 09:10 - 16:40
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
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 Margate and Sunderland

The travel time between Margate and Sunderland by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 7hrs 3 mins & the fastest journey takes 5hrs 34 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Margate 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 05:40, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:35.

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Amenities on trains between Margate 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 Margate & Sunderland. owever, there are 21 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 Margate and Sunderland.

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