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Trains from Peterborough (PBO) to Sunderland (SUN)

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25

train journeys
per day

167

miles (269 kms)

2hrs 46 mins

fastest journey

04:53 / 00:40

first / last train

1

direct trains

7

operators run

8

routes

Trains from Peterborough (PBO) to Sunderland (SUN)

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On a typical weekday there are 25 scheduled rail journeys between Peterborough and Sunderland , with 1 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 24 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Peterborough to Sunderland is approximately 167 miles (269 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 42 mins.

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

There are 8 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Peterborough to Sunderland. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 46 mins.

Journeys from Peterborough to Sunderland Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    04:53
    5 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    10:01
    Peterborough
    Sunderland
    Peterborough to Sunderland
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:09
    3 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    10:30
    Peterborough
    Sunderland
    Peterborough to Sunderland
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:48
    2 hrs 48 mins 1 change
    10:36
    Peterborough
    Sunderland
    Peterborough to Sunderland
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:00
    3 hrs 31 mins 2 changes
    11:31
    Peterborough
    Sunderland
    Peterborough to Sunderland
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:14
    2 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    12:01
    Peterborough
    Sunderland
    Peterborough to Sunderland
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:14
    2 hrs 50 mins Direct
    12:04
    Peterborough
    Sunderland
    Peterborough to Sunderland
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:18
    2 hrs 46 mins 1 change
    12:04
    Peterborough
    Sunderland
    Peterborough to Sunderland
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:48
    2 hrs 49 mins 1 change
    12:37
    Peterborough
    Sunderland
    Peterborough to Sunderland
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:59
    3 hrs 32 mins 2 changes
    13:31
    Peterborough
    Sunderland
    Peterborough to Sunderland
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:18
    3 hrs 43 mins 1 change
    14:01
    Peterborough
    Sunderland
    Peterborough to Sunderland
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:18
    3 hrs 12 mins 2 changes
    14:30
    Peterborough
    Sunderland
    Peterborough to Sunderland
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:59
    3 hrs 31 mins 2 changes
    15:30
    Peterborough
    Sunderland
    Peterborough to Sunderland
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:18
    3 hrs 43 mins 1 change
    16:01
    Peterborough
    Sunderland
    Peterborough to Sunderland
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:18
    3 hrs 12 mins 2 changes
    16:30
    Peterborough
    Sunderland
    Peterborough to Sunderland
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:49
    2 hrs 46 mins 1 change
    16:35
    Peterborough
    Sunderland
    Peterborough to Sunderland
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:18
    3 hrs 12 mins 2 changes
    17:30
    Peterborough
    Sunderland
    Peterborough to Sunderland
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    15:18
    3 hrs 11 mins 2 changes
    18:29
    Peterborough
    Sunderland
    Peterborough to Sunderland
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    16:18
    3 hrs 47 mins 1 change
    20:05
    Peterborough
    Sunderland
    Peterborough to Sunderland
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    17:19
    3 hrs 2 mins 1 change
    20:21
    Peterborough
    Sunderland
    Peterborough to Sunderland
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    18:19
    2 hrs 46 mins 1 change
    21:05
    Peterborough
    Sunderland
    Peterborough to Sunderland

About Peterborough Station

Station name Peterborough (PBO)
Address Peterborough station, Station Road, Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, PE1 1QL
Managed by GR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 20:00
Saturday 06:00 - 20:00
Sunday 08:00 - 20:00
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 Peterborough and Sunderland

The travel time between Peterborough and Sunderland by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 42 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 46 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Peterborough and Sunderland vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 25 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:53, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:40.

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

Amenities on trains between Peterborough and Sunderland can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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Yes! There are usually around 1 direct services per day from Peterborough to Sunderland

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

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