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Trains from Sunderland (SUN) to Leicester (LEI)

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19

train journeys
per day

157

miles (253 kms)

3hrs 50 mins

fastest journey

05:39 / 22:50

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

6

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Sunderland (SUN) to Leicester (LEI)

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On a typical weekday there are 19 scheduled rail journeys between Sunderland and Leicester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 19 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Sunderland to Leicester is approximately 157 miles (253 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 1 mins.

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

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Sunderland to Leicester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 50 mins.

Journeys from Sunderland to Leicester Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:39
    3 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    09:29
    Sunderland
    Leicester
    Sunderland to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:08
    3 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    11:03
    Sunderland
    Leicester
    Sunderland to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:56
    3 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    11:31
    Sunderland
    Leicester
    Sunderland to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:09
    3 hrs 53 mins 2 changes
    13:02
    Sunderland
    Leicester
    Sunderland to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:32
    3 hrs 57 mins 2 changes
    13:29
    Sunderland
    Leicester
    Sunderland to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:17
    4 hrs 12 mins 3 changes
    14:29
    Sunderland
    Leicester
    Sunderland to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:07
    3 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    15:02
    Sunderland
    Leicester
    Sunderland to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:32
    3 hrs 57 mins 2 changes
    15:29
    Sunderland
    Leicester
    Sunderland to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:32
    4 hrs 31 mins 2 changes
    17:03
    Sunderland
    Leicester
    Sunderland to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:32
    4 hrs 33 mins 2 changes
    18:05
    Sunderland
    Leicester
    Sunderland to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:31
    4 hrs 31 mins 2 changes
    19:02
    Sunderland
    Leicester
    Sunderland to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:30
    4 hrs 32 mins 2 changes
    20:02
    Sunderland
    Leicester
    Sunderland to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:30
    4 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    20:49
    Sunderland
    Leicester
    Sunderland to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:07
    3 hrs 56 mins 2 changes
    21:03
    Sunderland
    Leicester
    Sunderland to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:30
    4 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    21:49
    Sunderland
    Leicester
    Sunderland to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    18:29
    4 hrs 22 mins 3 changes
    22:51
    Sunderland
    Leicester
    Sunderland to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    19:08
    9 hrs 33 mins 2 changes
    04:41
    Sunderland
    Leicester
    Sunderland to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    20:29
    9 hrs 31 mins 3 changes
    06:00
    Sunderland
    Leicester
    Sunderland to Leicester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    22:29
    10 hrs 1 min 3 changes
    08:30
    Sunderland
    Leicester
    Sunderland to Leicester

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

About Leicester Station

Station name Leicester (LEI)
Address Leicester station, London Road, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE2 0QB
Managed by EM

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:20 - 22:30
Saturday 05:20 - 22:30
Sunday 07:15 - 22:30
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 Available
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Sunderland and Leicester

The travel time between Sunderland and Leicester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 1 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 50 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Sunderland and Leicester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 19 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:39, and the last train of the day leaves at 22:50.

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

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Sunderland & Leicester. owever, there are 19 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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