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Trains from Royston (RYS) to Sunderland (SUN)

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21

train journeys
per day

205

miles (329 kms)

3hrs 54 mins

fastest journey

05:37 / 00:58

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 3 changes)

7

operators run

10

routes

Trains from Royston (RYS) to Sunderland (SUN)

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On a typical weekday there are 21 scheduled rail journeys between Royston 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 Royston to Sunderland is approximately 205 miles (329 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 4 mins.

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

There are 10 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Royston to Sunderland. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 54 mins.

Journeys from Royston to Sunderland Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:37
    4 hrs 24 mins 2 changes
    10:01
    Royston
    Sunderland
    Royston to Sunderland
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:07
    4 hrs 29 mins 2 changes - overtaken train
    10:36
    Royston
    Sunderland
    Royston to Sunderland
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:16
    4 hrs 20 mins 3 changes
    10:36
    Royston
    Sunderland
    Royston to Sunderland
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:23
    4 hrs 38 mins 3 changes
    12:01
    Royston
    Sunderland
    Royston to Sunderland
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:46
    4 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    12:04
    Royston
    Sunderland
    Royston to Sunderland
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:16
    4 hrs 21 mins 3 changes
    12:37
    Royston
    Sunderland
    Royston to Sunderland
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:51
    5 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    14:01
    Royston
    Sunderland
    Royston to Sunderland
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:52
    4 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    14:37
    Royston
    Sunderland
    Royston to Sunderland
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:07
    3 hrs 54 mins 2 changes
    16:01
    Royston
    Sunderland
    Royston to Sunderland
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:46
    5 hrs 3 mins 3 changes
    17:49
    Royston
    Sunderland
    Royston to Sunderland
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:46
    4 hrs 51 mins 3 changes
    18:37
    Royston
    Sunderland
    Royston to Sunderland
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:46
    5 hrs 19 mins 3 changes
    20:05
    Royston
    Sunderland
    Royston to Sunderland
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:37
    4 hrs 44 mins 2 changes - overtaken train
    20:21
    Royston
    Sunderland
    Royston to Sunderland
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:46
    4 hrs 35 mins 3 changes
    20:21
    Royston
    Sunderland
    Royston to Sunderland
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:46
    4 hrs 19 mins 3 changes
    21:05
    Royston
    Sunderland
    Royston to Sunderland
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:23
    4 hrs 42 mins 2 changes - overtaken train
    22:05
    Royston
    Sunderland
    Royston to Sunderland
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:33
    4 hrs 32 mins 3 changes
    22:05
    Royston
    Sunderland
    Royston to Sunderland
  • Mon 29th Apr
    18:23
    4 hrs 29 mins 1 change
    22:52
    Royston
    Sunderland
    Royston to Sunderland
  • Mon 29th Apr
    18:46
    4 hrs 21 mins 3 changes
    23:07
    Royston
    Sunderland
    Royston to Sunderland
  • Mon 29th Apr
    21:07
    9 hrs 19 mins 3 changes
    06:26
    Royston
    Sunderland
    Royston to Sunderland

About Royston Station

Station name Royston (RYS)
Address Royston Station, Kneesworth Street, Royston, Hertfordshire, SG8 5AH
Managed by GN

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 20:00
Saturday 07:00 - 20:00
Sunday 09:15 - 17:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Available
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 Royston and Sunderland

The travel time between Royston and Sunderland by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 4 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 54 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Royston 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 05:37, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:58.

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Amenities on trains between Royston 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 Royston & Sunderland. owever, there are 21 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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