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Trains from Runcorn (RUN) to Sunderland (SUN)

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18

train journeys
per day

121

miles (195 kms)

4hrs 26 mins

fastest journey

00:07 / 00:20

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

7

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Runcorn (RUN) to Sunderland (SUN)

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On a typical weekday there are 18 scheduled rail journeys between Runcorn and Sunderland , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 18 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Runcorn to Sunderland is approximately 121 miles (195 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 6hrs 20 mins.

First TransPennine Express, Northern Rail, West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales, Grand Central, Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper are the main train operating companies running services between Runcorn and Sunderland.

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Runcorn to Sunderland. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 26 mins.

Journeys from Runcorn to Sunderland Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    00:07
    9 hrs 54 mins 2 changes
    10:01
    Runcorn
    Sunderland
    Runcorn to Sunderland
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:08
    4 hrs 28 mins 2 changes
    10:36
    Runcorn
    Sunderland
    Runcorn to Sunderland
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:23
    4 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    12:01
    Runcorn
    Sunderland
    Runcorn to Sunderland
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:23
    4 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    13:01
    Runcorn
    Sunderland
    Runcorn to Sunderland
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:23
    4 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    14:01
    Runcorn
    Sunderland
    Runcorn to Sunderland
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:23
    4 hrs 26 mins 2 changes
    14:49
    Runcorn
    Sunderland
    Runcorn to Sunderland
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:09
    4 hrs 52 mins 2 changes
    16:01
    Runcorn
    Sunderland
    Runcorn to Sunderland
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:09
    4 hrs 52 mins 2 changes
    17:01
    Runcorn
    Sunderland
    Runcorn to Sunderland
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:09
    4 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    17:52
    Runcorn
    Sunderland
    Runcorn to Sunderland
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:09
    4 hrs 28 mins 2 changes
    18:37
    Runcorn
    Sunderland
    Runcorn to Sunderland
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:09
    4 hrs 56 mins 2 changes
    20:05
    Runcorn
    Sunderland
    Runcorn to Sunderland
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:23
    4 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    21:05
    Runcorn
    Sunderland
    Runcorn to Sunderland
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:26
    4 hrs 39 mins 2 changes
    22:05
    Runcorn
    Sunderland
    Runcorn to Sunderland
  • Mon 29th Apr
    18:23
    4 hrs 29 mins 2 changes
    22:52
    Runcorn
    Sunderland
    Runcorn to Sunderland
  • Mon 29th Apr
    20:09
    10 hrs 17 mins 2 changes
    06:26
    Runcorn
    Sunderland
    Runcorn to Sunderland
  • Mon 29th Apr
    21:12
    10 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    08:00
    Runcorn
    Sunderland
    Runcorn to Sunderland
  • Mon 29th Apr
    23:42
    10 hrs 19 mins 3 changes
    10:01
    Runcorn
    Sunderland
    Runcorn to Sunderland
  • Mon 29th Apr
    23:51
    12 hrs 13 mins 3 changes
    12:04
    Runcorn
    Sunderland
    Runcorn to Sunderland

About Runcorn Station

Station name Runcorn (RUN)
Address Runcorn station, Station Road, Runcorn, Cheshire, WA7 5UB
Managed by VT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:45 - 19:30
Saturday 06:30 - 19:30
Sunday 08:45 - 19:30
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 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 Runcorn and Sunderland

The travel time between Runcorn and Sunderland by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 6hrs 20 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 26 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Runcorn and Sunderland vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 18 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:07, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:20.

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Amenities on trains between Runcorn 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 Runcorn & Sunderland. owever, there are 18 possible journeys which require a change.

First TransPennine Express, Northern Rail, West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales, Grand Central, Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper are the main train operating companies running services between Runcorn and Sunderland.

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