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Trains from Reading West to Sunderland (SUN)

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13

train journeys
per day

239

miles (384 kms)

4hrs 51 mins

fastest journey

06:38 / 23:49

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 3 changes)

6

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Reading West to Sunderland (SUN)

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On a typical weekday there are 13 scheduled rail journeys between Reading West and Sunderland , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 13 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Reading West to Sunderland is approximately 239 miles (384 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 53 mins.

GWR, London North Eastern Railway, Northern Rail, Grand Central, CrossCountry, Elizabeth Line are the main train operating companies running services between Reading West and Sunderland.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Reading West to Sunderland. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 51 mins.

Journeys from Reading West to Sunderland Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:38
    5 hrs 23 mins 3 changes
    12:01
    Reading West
    Sunderland
    Reading West to Sunderland
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:56
    5 hrs 8 mins 3 changes
    12:04
    Reading West
    Sunderland
    Reading West to Sunderland
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:29
    5 hrs 8 mins 3 changes
    12:37
    Reading West
    Sunderland
    Reading West to Sunderland
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:02
    5 hrs 59 mins 3 changes
    14:01
    Reading West
    Sunderland
    Reading West to Sunderland
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:51
    4 hrs 58 mins 3 changes
    14:49
    Reading West
    Sunderland
    Reading West to Sunderland
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:32
    5 hrs 8 mins 3 changes
    16:40
    Reading West
    Sunderland
    Reading West to Sunderland
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:45
    5 hrs 7 mins 3 changes
    17:52
    Reading West
    Sunderland
    Reading West to Sunderland
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:51
    6 hrs 14 mins 3 changes
    20:05
    Reading West
    Sunderland
    Reading West to Sunderland
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:22
    4 hrs 59 mins 3 changes
    20:21
    Reading West
    Sunderland
    Reading West to Sunderland
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:49
    6 hrs 16 mins 3 changes
    22:05
    Reading West
    Sunderland
    Reading West to Sunderland
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:42
    5 hrs 10 mins 3 changes
    22:52
    Reading West
    Sunderland
    Reading West to Sunderland
  • Mon 29th Apr
    18:31
    4 hrs 51 mins 3 changes
    23:22
    Reading West
    Sunderland
    Reading West to Sunderland
  • Mon 29th Apr
    23:45
    12 hrs 19 mins 3 changes
    12:04
    Reading West
    Sunderland
    Reading West to Sunderland

About Reading West Station

Station name Reading West (RDW)
Address Reading West station, Oxford Road, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 7PY
Managed by GW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:30 - 10:45
Weekend Closed
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

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 Reading West and Sunderland

The travel time between Reading West and Sunderland by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 53 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 51 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Reading West and Sunderland vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 13 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:38, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:49.

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Amenities on trains between Reading West 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 Reading West & Sunderland. owever, there are 13 possible journeys which require a change.

GWR, London North Eastern Railway, Northern Rail, Grand Central, CrossCountry, Elizabeth Line are the main train operating companies running services between Reading West and Sunderland.

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