Trains to Sunderland from Southend
| First train | 03:04 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:36 | |
| Departure station | Southend | |
| Arrival station | Sunderland | |
| Journey time | From 5h 6m | |
| Distance | 248 miles (399 km) | |
| Frequency | 34 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Train operators | Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, Grand Central Railway, Great Northern, Greater Anglia, London North Eastern Railway, Lumo, Thameslink, TransPennine Express, c2c |
What are the train times from Southend to Sunderland?
Get from Southend to Sunderland in as little as 5 hours 6 minutes on the fastest trains, so you can make the most of your time.
The average train journey from Southend to Sunderland takes around 6 hours 39 minutes. There are around 34 trains that operate on this route daily.
As there are no direct trains between Southend and Sunderland, you'll need to make 2 changes.
London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast, Lumo and Greater Anglia trains run on this route.
Booking in advance often results in cheaper ticket prices.
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