Going from Wakefield to Sunderland by train

About to set off from Wakefield to Sunderland by rail? Make your journey as seamless as possible with this guide, packed with tips on schedules, route details and how to find the best deals on tickets.

Train cost from Wakefield to Sunderland

Ready to book tickets from Wakefield to Sunderland? Start by comparing all the upcoming trains in just a few clicks with Rail Europe. Here is what you can expect from fares along this specific route:

  • The cheapest tickets between Wakefield and Sunderland typically run AU$65.74.

  • If you wait until 30 days before the departure date to book, ticket prices can hit .

  • If you wait until 7 days before the departure date to book, ticket prices can increase to .

  • You can book travel between these two destinations 4 and a half months in advance.

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Train times for travel between Wakefield and Sunderland

If you are taking the train from Wakefield to Sunderland, you will have 17 trains each day (with a departure every 52 minutes) to choose from. Earlier risers can catch the first weekday train at 05:18. If you are looking to jump aboard the last train out of the station, the latest train departs at 22:35. On weekends, the first train departs at 00:06, and the last scheduled train of the day leaves at 20:25.

Train duration for trips from Wakefield to Sunderland

The swiftest journey time on this route is 2 hours and 13 minutes, crossing a total distance of 136 kilometres.

How far in advance Wakefield and Sunderland tickets go on sale

Tickets for travel between Wakefield and Sunderland are available 4 and a half months in advance. To be notified by email when a certain travel date goes on sale, set up a booking alert.

More information on train travel from Wakefield to Sunderland

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Frequently asked questions

How far is it from Wakefield to Sunderland by train?

The train journey between Wakefield and Sunderland spans 136 kilometres.

How much does the train from Wakefield to Sunderland cost?

The lowest fare on this route is AU$65.74. If booked 30 days in advance, tickets are priced around . When booked 7 days before travel, expect to pay around .

How far in advance can I book my Wakefield to Sunderland train tickets?

Tickets for this route become available 4 and a half months before the travel date.

What’s the travel time from Wakefield to Sunderland by train?

The fastest journey is 2 hours and 13 minutes.