Wakefield to Sunderland by train
Sunderland lies 136 km (85 mi) north of Wakefield, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 1 h 18 min at the speeds typical of United Kingdom rail, over roughly 166 km (103 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
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| Wakefield | Sunderland | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United Kingdom | United Kingdom |
| Population | 109,766 | 170,134 |
| Elevation | 50 m (164 ft) | 36 m (118 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+1 (Europe/London) | UTC+1 (Europe/London) |
| Stations on record | Wakefield Westgate railway station, Wakefield Kirkgate railway station | Monkwearmouth Station Museum, Fawcett Street railway station |
| Postal codes | WF1–WF90 | CA13–SR9 |
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Common questions
How far is Sunderland from Wakefield?
136 km (85 mi) in a straight line, north of Wakefield; by road roughly 166 km (103 mi).
How long does it take to get from Wakefield to Sunderland by train?
About 1 h 18 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Wakefield and Sunderland?
No, both are on Europe/London at the moment.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.