| First train | 03:55 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 00:11 | |
| Departure station | Oxford | |
| Arrival station | Sunderland | |
| Journey time | From 4h 41m | |
| Distance | 218 miles (351 km) | |
| Frequency | 29 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Train operators | Avanti West Coast, Chiltern Railways, CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, Grand Central Railway, Great Western Railway, London North Eastern Railway, Lumo, TransPennine Express |
Thinking about taking the train from Oxford to Sunderland? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 6 hours 32 minutes to travel the 218 miles (351 km) from Oxford to Sunderland by train, although you can get there in as little as 4 hours 41 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 29 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast or Great Western Railway to Sunderland. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Oxford to Sunderland in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Sunderland by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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