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Trains from Stansted Airport (SSD) to Sunderland (SUN)

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26

train journeys
per day

219

miles (353 kms)

4hrs 40 mins

fastest journey

00:30 / 00:52

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

8

operators run

8

routes

Trains from Stansted Airport (SSD) to Sunderland (SUN)

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On a typical weekday there are 26 scheduled rail journeys between Stansted Airport and Sunderland , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 26 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Stansted Airport to Sunderland is approximately 219 miles (353 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 56 mins.

Northern Rail, Abellio Greater Anglia, London North Eastern Railway, Grand Central, CrossCountry, Lumo, East Midlands Railway, Caledonian Sleeper are the main train operating companies running services between Stansted Airport and Sunderland.

There are 8 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Stansted Airport to Sunderland. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 40 mins.

Journeys from Stansted Airport to Sunderland Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    00:30
    9 hrs 31 mins 3 changes
    10:01
    Stansted Airport
    Sunderland
    Stansted Airport to Sunderland
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:27
    5 hrs 9 mins 2 changes - overtaken train
    10:36
    Stansted Airport
    Sunderland
    Stansted Airport to Sunderland
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:30
    5 hrs 6 mins 3 changes
    10:36
    Stansted Airport
    Sunderland
    Stansted Airport to Sunderland
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:21
    4 hrs 40 mins 3 changes
    12:01
    Stansted Airport
    Sunderland
    Stansted Airport to Sunderland
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:21
    5 hrs 16 mins 2 changes - overtaken train
    12:37
    Stansted Airport
    Sunderland
    Stansted Airport to Sunderland
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:28
    5 hrs 9 mins 3 changes
    12:37
    Stansted Airport
    Sunderland
    Stansted Airport to Sunderland
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:26
    5 hrs 35 mins 2 changes - overtaken train
    14:01
    Stansted Airport
    Sunderland
    Stansted Airport to Sunderland
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:30
    5 hrs 31 mins 3 changes
    14:01
    Stansted Airport
    Sunderland
    Stansted Airport to Sunderland
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:45
    4 hrs 52 mins 3 changes
    14:37
    Stansted Airport
    Sunderland
    Stansted Airport to Sunderland
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:00
    4 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    14:49
    Stansted Airport
    Sunderland
    Stansted Airport to Sunderland
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:00
    5 hrs 1 min 3 changes
    16:01
    Stansted Airport
    Sunderland
    Stansted Airport to Sunderland
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:48
    4 hrs 47 mins 3 changes
    16:35
    Stansted Airport
    Sunderland
    Stansted Airport to Sunderland
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:45
    5 hrs 4 mins 3 changes
    17:49
    Stansted Airport
    Sunderland
    Stansted Airport to Sunderland
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:00
    4 hrs 52 mins 2 changes
    17:52
    Stansted Airport
    Sunderland
    Stansted Airport to Sunderland
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:45
    4 hrs 52 mins 3 changes
    18:37
    Stansted Airport
    Sunderland
    Stansted Airport to Sunderland
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:45
    5 hrs 20 mins 3 changes
    20:05
    Stansted Airport
    Sunderland
    Stansted Airport to Sunderland
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:30
    4 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    20:21
    Stansted Airport
    Sunderland
    Stansted Airport to Sunderland
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:27
    4 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    21:05
    Stansted Airport
    Sunderland
    Stansted Airport to Sunderland
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:00
    5 hrs 5 mins 3 changes
    22:05
    Stansted Airport
    Sunderland
    Stansted Airport to Sunderland
  • Mon 29th Apr
    18:00
    4 hrs 52 mins 2 changes
    22:52
    Stansted Airport
    Sunderland
    Stansted Airport to Sunderland

About Stansted Airport Station

Station name Stansted Airport (SSD)
Address Stansted Airport station, Under the Airport Terminal, Bassingbourn Road, Stansted, Essex, CM24 1QW
Managed by LE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Sunday 06:30 - 00:00
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 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 Stansted Airport and Sunderland

The travel time between Stansted Airport and Sunderland by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 56 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 40 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Stansted Airport and Sunderland vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 26 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:30, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:52.

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

Amenities on trains between Stansted Airport 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 Stansted Airport & Sunderland. owever, there are 26 possible journeys which require a change.

Northern Rail, Abellio Greater Anglia, London North Eastern Railway, Grand Central, CrossCountry, Lumo, East Midlands Railway, Caledonian Sleeper are the main train operating companies running services between Stansted Airport and Sunderland.

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