How to travel from Peterborough to Sunderland, United Kingdom

The distance between Peterborough and Sunderland is around 302km (188 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take the train which takes around 2h 40m.

3 routes found

We've found 3 different ways to get from Peterborough to Sunderland by train and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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Train

Take the train to Newcastle.

  • Duration2h 40m
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    £35($42)
Operated by

LNER

1 similiar route

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car
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Drive

Drive to Sunderland.

  • Duration3h 10m
  • Distance310km (193 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Peterborough and Sunderland

There are several options for getting from Peterborough to Sunderland by train and car. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around £34 ($40) and will take around 3h 40m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can take the train and arrive in approximately 2h 40m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately £35 ($42).

The distance between Peterborough and Sunderland is around 302km (188 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 270km (168 miles)

It takes around 2h 40m to get from Peterborough and Sunderland by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 3h 10m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Peterborough to Sunderland is to take the train which takes around 2h 40m and will set you back approx £35 ($42).

The cheapest way to travel between Peterborough and Sunderland, if you exclude driving, is to take the train which will typically cost around £34 ($40) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Peterborough and Sunderland. It typically takes around 2h 40m and departs hourly.

Yes there is a direct train service that runs between Peterborough and Sunderland with no changeovers required. The train runs once daily and takes 3h 40m.

LNER and Grand Central run train services between Peterborough and Sunderland. Trains depart hourly and will take around 2h 40m, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.

Bus travel

Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Peterborough and Sunderland. We recommend that you take the train to Newcastle. instead which will take 2h 40m.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Peterborough to Sunderland. We recommend that you take the train to Newcastle. instead which will take 2h 40m.

The closest major airport to Sunderland is Newcastle International Airport (NCL) (NCL) which is approximately 26km (16 miles) from Sunderland. Teesside International Airport (MME) (MME) and Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA) (LBA) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from Peterborough and Sunderland. The distance is around 310km (193 miles) by road and it will take around 3h 10m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Peterborough to Sunderland is to take the train which takes, on average, 2h 40m and will usually cost around £35 ($42).

How do I get from Peterborough to Sunderland

Compare travel optionsbetween Peterborough and Sunderland

Transport options from Peterborough to Sunderland
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train + 1 similar
2h 40m
£35($42)
hourly326km (203 miles)
Train to Sunderland3h 40m
£34($40)
once daily302km (188 miles)
Drive
3h 10m
£54($64)
on demand310km (193 miles)

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Airports near Sunderland

The following major airports near Sunderland offer regular flights to various popular destinations within United Kingdom and internationally.

NCL
Newcastle International Airport (NCL)
International Airport
Distance
26km (16 miles) from Sunderland
MME
Teesside International Airport (MME)
Domestic Airport
Distance
44km (27 miles) from Sunderland
LBA
Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA)
International Airport
Distance
117km (72 miles) from Sunderland