| First train | 05:12 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:13 | |
| Departure station | Sunderland | |
| Arrival station | London Waterloo | |
| Journey time | From 4h 7m | |
| Distance | 241 miles (388 km) | |
| Frequency | 17 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, Grand Central Railway, London North Eastern Railway, Lumo, TransPennine Express |
Looking to travel from Sunderland to London Waterloo by train? You've come to the right place!
Generally, the train from Sunderland to London Waterloo takes around 5 hours 20 minutes, but can take just 4 hours 7 minutes on the fastest services. There are up to 17 trains per day from Sunderland to London Waterloo.
You'll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line.
London North Eastern Railway, Lumo, TransPennine Express and CrossCountry trains run on this route.
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