Trains to Ellesmere Port from Sunderland
| First train | 05:50 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 20:31 | |
| Departure station | Sunderland | |
| Arrival station | Ellesmere Port | |
| Journey time | From 4h 27m | |
| Distance | 128 miles (206 km) | |
| Frequency | 26 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Train operators | Grand Central Railway, London North Eastern Railway, Merseyrail, TransPennine Express, Transport for Wales |
Travelling from Sunderland to Ellesmere Port by train
Looking to travel from Sunderland to Ellesmere Port by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 5 hours 28 minutes to travel from Sunderland to Ellesmere Port by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 4 hours 27 minutes though. You'll usually find 26 trains per day running along the 128 miles (206 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 2 changes during the journey to Ellesmere Port, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with London North Eastern Railway, Transport for Wales or TransPennine Express to get to Ellesmere Port. 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 Sunderland to Ellesmere Port 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!
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