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Trains from Sunderland (SUN) to Durham (DHM)

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24

train journeys
per day

11

miles (18 kms)

31 mins

fastest journey

05:39 / 22:50

first / last train

1

direct trains

4

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Sunderland (SUN) to Durham (DHM)

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On a typical weekday there are 24 scheduled rail journeys between Sunderland and Durham , with 1 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 23 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Sunderland to Durham is approximately 11 miles (18 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 1hrs 13 mins.

Northern Rail, CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Sunderland and Durham.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Sunderland to Durham. The fastest journey time on this route takes 31 mins.

Journeys from Sunderland to Durham Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:39
    31 mins Direct
    06:10
    Sunderland
    Durham
    Sunderland to Durham
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:08
    43 mins 1 change
    07:51
    Sunderland
    Durham
    Sunderland to Durham
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:56
    43 mins 1 change
    08:39
    Sunderland
    Durham
    Sunderland to Durham
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:31
    1 hrs 11 mins 1 change
    09:42
    Sunderland
    Durham
    Sunderland to Durham
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:09
    42 mins 1 change
    09:51
    Sunderland
    Durham
    Sunderland to Durham
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:32
    1 hrs 6 mins 1 change
    10:38
    Sunderland
    Durham
    Sunderland to Durham
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:32
    1 hrs 9 mins 1 change
    11:41
    Sunderland
    Durham
    Sunderland to Durham
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:07
    44 mins 1 change
    11:51
    Sunderland
    Durham
    Sunderland to Durham
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:32
    1 hrs 7 mins 1 change
    12:39
    Sunderland
    Durham
    Sunderland to Durham
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:32
    1 hrs 10 mins 1 change
    13:42
    Sunderland
    Durham
    Sunderland to Durham
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:07
    51 mins 1 change
    13:58
    Sunderland
    Durham
    Sunderland to Durham
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:32
    1 hrs 6 mins 1 change
    14:38
    Sunderland
    Durham
    Sunderland to Durham
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:31
    1 hrs 14 mins 1 change
    15:45
    Sunderland
    Durham
    Sunderland to Durham
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:09
    49 mins 1 change
    15:58
    Sunderland
    Durham
    Sunderland to Durham
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:30
    1 hrs 10 mins 1 change
    16:40
    Sunderland
    Durham
    Sunderland to Durham
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:30
    1 hrs 8 mins 1 change
    17:38
    Sunderland
    Durham
    Sunderland to Durham
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:07
    43 mins 1 change
    17:50
    Sunderland
    Durham
    Sunderland to Durham
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:30
    1 hrs 10 mins 1 change
    18:40
    Sunderland
    Durham
    Sunderland to Durham
  • Mon 29th Apr
    19:08
    44 mins 1 change
    19:52
    Sunderland
    Durham
    Sunderland to Durham
  • Mon 29th Apr
    19:30
    59 mins 1 change
    20:29
    Sunderland
    Durham
    Sunderland to Durham

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 Durham Station

Station name Durham (DHM)
Address Durham station, North Road, Durham, County Durham, DH1 4RB
Managed by GR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 18:00
Saturday 07:00 - 17:00
Sunday 09:00 - 16:00
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 Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Sunderland and Durham

The travel time between Sunderland and Durham by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 1hrs 13 mins & the fastest journey takes 31 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Sunderland and Durham vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 24 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 Durham typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

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

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Yes! There are usually around 1 direct services per day from Sunderland to Durham

Northern Rail, CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Sunderland and Durham.

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