Edinburgh to Sunderland by train
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Travelling from Edinburgh to Sunderland by train
Want to know how to get from Edinburgh to Sunderland by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!
The fastest trains from Edinburgh to Sunderland take around 1 hour and 53 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 163 kilometres.
On weekdays, the first train leaving Edinburgh is scheduled to depart at around 05:40. The last departure is usually at around 21:00 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Edinburgh at around 05:48, with the last train leaving at around 21:00. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 52 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 18 minutes.
Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from £27.97.
We think any time is a great time to visit Sunderland, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.
For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Sunderland.
Is there a direct train from Edinburgh to Sunderland?
The journey between Edinburgh and Sunderland usually involves one change of train.
We usually find at least one departure on the route from Edinburgh to Sunderland every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.
There are typically fewer trains leaving at weekends, when we found at least one departure.
How long does it take to travel from Edinburgh to Sunderland?
The Edinburgh to Sunderland train travel takes about 1 hour and 53 minutes, no matter when you leave.
What are the Edinburgh to Sunderland train times and schedule?
If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Sunderland leaving Edinburgh at around 05:40 and the last train leaving at around 21:00 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Edinburgh at around 05:48, with the final departure at 21:00.
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