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Trains from Sunderland (SUN) to Whiston (WHN)

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24

train journeys
per day

117

miles (189 kms)

3hrs 54 mins

fastest journey

05:39 / 22:50

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 4 changes)

6

operators run

7

routes

Trains from Sunderland (SUN) to Whiston (WHN)

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On a typical weekday there are 24 scheduled rail journeys between Sunderland and Whiston , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 24 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Sunderland to Whiston is approximately 117 miles (189 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 42 mins.

Northern Rail, Avanti West Coast, Grand Central, CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Sunderland and Whiston.

There are 7 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Sunderland to Whiston. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 54 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Sunderland to Whiston

Journeys from Sunderland to Whiston Today

  • Mon 17th Jun
    05:39
    3 hrs 53 mins 2 changes
    09:32
    Sunderland
    Whiston
    Sunderland to Whiston
  • Mon 17th Jun
    06:27
    4 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    10:32
    Sunderland
    Whiston
    Sunderland to Whiston
  • Mon 17th Jun
    07:12
    4 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    11:32
    Sunderland
    Whiston
    Sunderland to Whiston
  • Mon 17th Jun
    08:38
    3 hrs 54 mins 2 changes
    12:32
    Sunderland
    Whiston
    Sunderland to Whiston
  • Mon 17th Jun
    09:01
    4 hrs 31 mins 2 changes - overtaken train
    13:32
    Sunderland
    Whiston
    Sunderland to Whiston
  • Mon 17th Jun
    09:09
    4 hrs 23 mins 3 changes
    13:32
    Sunderland
    Whiston
    Sunderland to Whiston
  • Mon 17th Jun
    09:32
    4 hrs 46 mins 4 changes
    14:18
    Sunderland
    Whiston
    Sunderland to Whiston
  • Mon 17th Jun
    10:37
    3 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    14:32
    Sunderland
    Whiston
    Sunderland to Whiston
  • Mon 17th Jun
    11:02
    4 hrs 30 mins 2 changes - overtaken train
    15:32
    Sunderland
    Whiston
    Sunderland to Whiston
  • Mon 17th Jun
    11:07
    4 hrs 25 mins 3 changes
    15:32
    Sunderland
    Whiston
    Sunderland to Whiston
  • Mon 17th Jun
    11:32
    4 hrs 46 mins 4 changes
    16:18
    Sunderland
    Whiston
    Sunderland to Whiston
  • Mon 17th Jun
    12:37
    3 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    16:32
    Sunderland
    Whiston
    Sunderland to Whiston
  • Mon 17th Jun
    13:03
    4 hrs 29 mins 2 changes - overtaken train
    17:32
    Sunderland
    Whiston
    Sunderland to Whiston
  • Mon 17th Jun
    13:07
    4 hrs 25 mins 3 changes
    17:32
    Sunderland
    Whiston
    Sunderland to Whiston
  • Mon 17th Jun
    13:32
    4 hrs 34 mins 2 changes
    18:06
    Sunderland
    Whiston
    Sunderland to Whiston
  • Mon 17th Jun
    14:37
    3 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    18:32
    Sunderland
    Whiston
    Sunderland to Whiston
  • Mon 17th Jun
    15:30
    4 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    19:32
    Sunderland
    Whiston
    Sunderland to Whiston
  • Mon 17th Jun
    16:36
    3 hrs 56 mins 2 changes
    20:32
    Sunderland
    Whiston
    Sunderland to Whiston
  • Mon 17th Jun
    17:07
    4 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    21:26
    Sunderland
    Whiston
    Sunderland to Whiston
  • Mon 17th Jun
    17:30
    4 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    21:33
    Sunderland
    Whiston
    Sunderland to Whiston

About Sunderland Station

Station name Sunderland (SUN)
Address Sunderland station, Athenaeum Street, Sunderland, Tyne & Wear, SR1 3HP
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:15 - 18:00
Saturday 06:15 - 18:00
Sunday 08:00 - 17:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

About Whiston Station

Station name Whiston (WHN)
Address Whiston station, Drive Way, Whiston, Merseyside, L35 3TY
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 06:00 - 23:55
Tuesday 06:00 - 23:55
Wednesday 06:00 - 23:55
Thursday 06:00 - 23:55
Friday 06:00 - 23:55
Saturday 06:00 - 23:55
Sunday 08:40 - 00:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Unavailable
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Sunderland and Whiston

The travel time between Sunderland and Whiston by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 42 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 54 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Sunderland and Whiston vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 24 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:39, and the last train of the day leaves at 22:50.

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Amenities on trains between Sunderland and Whiston can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Sunderland & Whiston. owever, there are 24 possible journeys which require a change.

Northern Rail, Avanti West Coast, Grand Central, CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Sunderland and Whiston.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Sunderland and Whiston, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.