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Aviemore to Sunderland by train

First train

05:12

Last train

15:27

Departure station

Aviemore

Arrival station

Sunderland

Journey time

From 5h 14m

Distance

184 miles (296 km)

Changes

2 changes

Train operators

CrossCountry, ScotRail, London North Eastern Railway, Lumo

Travelling from Aviemore to Sunderland by train

Looking to travel from Aviemore to Sunderland by train? You've come to the right place!

On average, it takes around 5 hours 33 minutes to travel from Aviemore to Sunderland by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 5 hours 14 minutes though. You'll usually find 0 trains per day running along the 184 miles (296 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 2 changes during the journey to Sunderland, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with London North Eastern Railway, Lumo or ScotRail to get to Sunderland. As the main rail operators on this route, their trains offer modern comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.

To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Aviemore to Sunderland in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save!

Want to book your train tickets now? Just start a search with us today. If you want to find out more about the journey, scroll up for timetables including live train times, or keep reading for FAQs and tips on how to book cheap train tickets.

Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from Aviemore to Sunderland? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

What's the fastest journey time between Aviemore and Sunderland by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Aviemore to Sunderland is 5 hours and 14 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Aviemore to Sunderland?

No, there are no direct train services from Aviemore to Sunderland. Travelling from Aviemore to Sunderland by train will require a minimum of 2 changes.

What time does the first train from Aviemore to Sunderland leave?

The first train from Aviemore to Sunderland leaves at 05:12. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Aviemore to Sunderland leave?

The last train from Aviemore to Sunderland leaves at 15:27. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.

What's the distance between Aviemore and Sunderland by train?

Trains travelling from Aviemore to Sunderland cover a distance of around 184 miles (296 km) during the journey.

Looking for more information?

If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Sunderland to Aviemore.

Cheap train tickets from Aviemore to Sunderland

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† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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