Travelling from Southampton to Sunderland by train

Want to know how to get from Southampton to Sunderland by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Southampton to Sunderland take around 5 hours and 29 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 440 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Southampton is scheduled to depart at around  04:52. The last departure is usually at around 23:00 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Southampton at around 05:09, with the last train leaving at around 22:55. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 24 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 27 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from €271.23.

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 Southampton to Sunderland?

The journey between Southampton and Sunderland usually involves one change of train.

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Southampton 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 Southampton to Sunderland?

The Southampton to Sunderland train travel takes about 5 hours and 29 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Southampton to Sunderland train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Sunderland leaving Southampton at around 04:52 and the last train leaving at around 23:00 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Southampton at around 05:09, with the final departure at 22:55.