Sunderland to York train
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Train schedule Sunderland to York
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Fastest train times from Sunderland to York
Fastest Journey
1 h 31 m
Average
1 h 40 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
107 km
Of the 6 trains that leave Sunderland for York every day 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
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Overview: Train from Sunderland to York
 | Distance | 66 miles |
 | Average train duration | 1 h 38 min |
 | Average train ticket price | £25 (€28) |
 | Direct train | No |
 | Train companies | London North Eastern Railway, Northern Rail, Grand Central Trains, Cross Country or Transpennine Express |
Trains from Sunderland to York cover the 66 miles long journey taking on average 1 h 38 min with our travel partners like London North Eastern Railway, Northern Rail, Grand Central Trains, Cross Country or Transpennine Express. There are direct train services available. While the average ticket price for this journey costs around £25, you can find the cheapest train ticket for as low as £22. Travellers depart most frequently from Sunderland and arrive in York.
Train companies: Northern Rail (3), Grand Central Trains and CrossCountry trains Sunderland to York
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CrossCountry is a fast speed train company in the United Kingdom and for your next train between Sunderland and York you can choose between Standard Class and First Class tickets on Omio.
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Northern Trains is a publicly owned train operator in the United Kingdom, headquartered in York. The train provider operates local and regional trains across the entire north of England connecting regions of the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire and the Humber coast line. Tickets such as Advance, Off-Peak and Anytime Day are available to purchase for routes with Northern. There is only one class option on Northern trains: Standard.
Sunderland to York train information with Northern Rail (3):
- Average Duration: 1 h 45 min
- Northern Rail (3) frequency: 29 a day
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Trains from Sunderland to York
There are over 50 trains between Sunderland and York each day, with an average journey time of around 1.5 hours. On weekdays and weekends, services directly or have one change.
Sunderland to York train times: Daily departures
There are dozens of trains from Sunderland to York daily, with as many as six trains per hour between 6:00 a.m. and 7:00 a.m. The first train of the day generally leaves at around 5:40 a.m., with trains then departing throughout the day until the last service leaves just before midnight.
How long is the journey by train from Sunderland to York?
The fastest journey runs directly with no stops and lasts around 1 hour and 20 minutes. Longer services with one change can take up to 2 hours.
What are the departure and arrival stations for trains from Sunderland to York?
Departure train station: The train from Sunderland to York departs from Sunderland Station in the centre of Sunderland, just a couple of minutes' walk from many of the main shopping centres and restaurants. Buses and trains connect the station with the suburbs and with Newcastle to the north. There are shops, toilets, and cash machines at Sunderland Station.
Arrival train station: Trains from Sunderland arrive at York Station, which is close to the city centre and around 6 minutes' walk from the high street. You can also take a bus from outside the station. York Station has a taxi rank, toilets, shops, and cafés.
Which train companies travel from Sunderland to York?
CrossCountry, First TransPennine Express, Grand Central Trains, and LNER all provide trains from Sunderland to York. The fastest service is provided by LNER, and LNER and Grand Central Trains are the only providers to run direct trains.
CrossCountry Sunderland to York
CrossCountry provides at least one train from Sunderland to York every hour during the day. There's one change in Newcastle, and the journey usually lasts for 1 hour and 40 minutes.
First TransPennine Express Sunderland to York
First TransPennine Express usually operates one train per hour, with a change in Newcastle. Most daytime journeys take around 1 hour and 40 minutes, and in the evening, they may take 2.5 hours.
Grand Central Trains Sunderland to York
Grand Central Trains only offers a few services during the day and none in the evening. All of its trains from Sunderland to York run directly, with a journey time of around 1 hour and 40 minutes.
London North Eastern Railway Sunderland to York
London North Eastern Railway, or LNER, operates around two services per hour between Sunderland and York. Some trains run directly and take 1 hour and 20 minutes, while others have one change and take 1 hour and 50 minutes.
Sunderland to York trains: Services on board
CrossCountry, First TransPennine Express, Grand Central Trains, and LNER all allow pets on board, as long as they are on a lead or kept in a small cage or crate. Most carriers have a policy of 1-2 animals per person only. All of the train providers allow passengers to bring at least one suitcase and one piece of hand luggage. If travellers have an extra-large item, they may be asked to store it safely in the designated luggage area. If they bring a bike and it's not a folding model, they will need to make a reservation before they travel to ensure there's room on the chosen train. When boarding the train, travellers will need to store their bike in the appropriate area until they disembark. Passengers can bring a pram or pushchair as long as it folds up, and it will need to be stored in the luggage area.
CrossCountry, First TransPennine Express, Grand Central Trains, and LNER all have first-class carriages on their trains, with extra amenities such as more legroom, complimentary drinks, and free WiFi.
All of the train companies listed welcome disabled passengers. If passengers are disabled and require assistance, they can reserve help with the train company's disability assistance program at least 48 hours before travel. It's also a good idea to arrive at the station with plenty of time to spare before the train leaves.
How to find cheap train tickets from Sunderland to York
If booking a train from Sunderland to York, it's easy to save money by booking tickets in advance. Passengers can also get a great deal if they're flexible with travel dates and choose a service with a longer journey time.
Travel Tips: Trains from Sunderland to York
Omio customers who travel this route most frequently depart from Sunderland and arrive in York.
Passengers board their train most frequently from Sunderland and travel around 0.2 miles (319 m) from the city centre to this train station.
Passengers travelling this route most often arrive at York and need to travel approximately 0.5 miles (790 m) from the train station to the city centre in York.
Important Stations and Airports for this Journey
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Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off in Fawcett Street, near to the Travel Centre entrance in Athenaeum Street, outside Wilkinsons.
Metro: Tyne and Wear metro station close to the station. 0191 203 3333
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