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Trains from Sunderland (SUN) to Ellesmere Port (ELP)

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18

train journeys
per day

127

miles (205 kms)

4hrs 52 mins

fastest journey

07:08 / 22:50

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Sunderland (SUN) to Ellesmere Port (ELP)

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On a typical weekday there are 18 scheduled rail journeys between Sunderland and Ellesmere Port , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 18 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Sunderland to Ellesmere Port is approximately 127 miles (205 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 28 mins.

Grand Central, Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express, Merseyrail are the main train operating companies running services between Sunderland and Ellesmere Port.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Sunderland to Ellesmere Port. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 52 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Sunderland to Ellesmere Port

Journeys from Sunderland to Ellesmere Port Today

  • Mon 6th Jan
    07:08
    4 hrs 52 mins2 changes
    12:00
    Sunderland
    Ellesmere Port
    Sunderland to Ellesmere Port
  • Mon 6th Jan
    07:12
    5 hrs 19 mins3 changes
    12:31
    Sunderland
    Ellesmere Port
    Sunderland to Ellesmere Port
  • Mon 6th Jan
    07:56
    5 hrs 4 mins2 changes
    13:00
    Sunderland
    Ellesmere Port
    Sunderland to Ellesmere Port
  • Mon 6th Jan
    08:38
    4 hrs 52 mins3 changes
    13:30
    Sunderland
    Ellesmere Port
    Sunderland to Ellesmere Port
  • Mon 6th Jan
    09:32
    4 hrs 28 mins2 changes
    14:00
    Sunderland
    Ellesmere Port
    Sunderland to Ellesmere Port
  • Mon 6th Jan
    10:37
    4 hrs 53 mins3 changes
    15:30
    Sunderland
    Ellesmere Port
    Sunderland to Ellesmere Port
  • Mon 6th Jan
    11:32
    4 hrs 28 mins2 changes
    16:00
    Sunderland
    Ellesmere Port
    Sunderland to Ellesmere Port
  • Mon 6th Jan
    12:30
    5 hrs3 changes
    17:30
    Sunderland
    Ellesmere Port
    Sunderland to Ellesmere Port
  • Mon 6th Jan
    13:32
    4 hrs 28 mins2 changes
    18:00
    Sunderland
    Ellesmere Port
    Sunderland to Ellesmere Port
  • Mon 6th Jan
    14:30
    4 hrs 30 mins2 changes
    19:00
    Sunderland
    Ellesmere Port
    Sunderland to Ellesmere Port
  • Mon 6th Jan
    14:37
    4 hrs 53 mins3 changes
    19:30
    Sunderland
    Ellesmere Port
    Sunderland to Ellesmere Port
  • Mon 6th Jan
    15:30
    4 hrs 37 mins2 changes
    20:07
    Sunderland
    Ellesmere Port
    Sunderland to Ellesmere Port
  • Mon 6th Jan
    16:30
    4 hrs 37 mins2 changes
    21:07
    Sunderland
    Ellesmere Port
    Sunderland to Ellesmere Port
  • Mon 6th Jan
    17:30
    4 hrs 37 mins2 changes
    22:07
    Sunderland
    Ellesmere Port
    Sunderland to Ellesmere Port
  • Mon 6th Jan
    18:28
    4 hrs 39 mins2 changes
    23:07
    Sunderland
    Ellesmere Port
    Sunderland to Ellesmere Port
  • Mon 6th Jan
    18:38
    5 hrs 29 mins3 changes
    00:07
    Sunderland
    Ellesmere Port
    Sunderland to Ellesmere Port
  • Mon 6th Jan
    19:30
    11 hrs 8 mins2 changes
    06:38
    Sunderland
    Ellesmere Port
    Sunderland to Ellesmere Port
  • Mon 6th Jan
    22:29
    10 hrs 38 mins2 changes
    09:07
    Sunderland
    Ellesmere Port
    Sunderland to Ellesmere Port

About Sunderland Station

Station name Sunderland (SUN)
AddressSunderland station, Athenaeum Street, Sunderland, Tyne & Wear, SR1 3HP
Managed byNT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 06:15 - 18:00
Saturday 06:15 - 18:00
Sunday 08:00 - 17:00
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeAvailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomUnavailable
WiFiUnavailable
ATM MachineUnavailable

About Ellesmere Port Station

Station name Ellesmere Port (ELP)
AddressEllesmere Port station, Europa Way, Ellesmere Port, Cheshire, CH65 4AR
Managed byME

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 05:30 - 14:00
Weekend Closed
Sunday Closed
Ticket on DepartureUnavailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeUnavailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomUnavailable
WiFiUnavailable
ATM MachineUnavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Sunderland and Ellesmere Port

The travel time between Sunderland and Ellesmere Port by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 28 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 52 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Sunderland and Ellesmere Port vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 18 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 07:08, and the last train of the day leaves at 22:50.

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Amenities on trains between Sunderland and Ellesmere Port 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 & Ellesmere Port. owever, there are 18 possible journeys which require a change.

Grand Central, Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express, Merseyrail are the main train operating companies running services between Sunderland and Ellesmere Port.

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