How to get from Sunderland to Shildon by bus and train?

From Sunderland to Shildon by bus and train

To get from Sunderland to Shildon in County Durham, you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the 36 bus from Wheatsheaf, Monkwearmouth station to John Street, Sunderland station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the NORTHERN train and finally take the NORTHERN train from Thornaby station to Shildon station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 52 min. The bus and train schedule from Sunderland may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Shildon on the Moovit app.

112min
Bus - 3636
Train - NORTHERN
Train - NORTHERN
Leaves from Wheatsheaf, Monkwearmouth

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Sunderland
  • 2
    Bus - 3636
    Wait for bus
    36
    Sunderland
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    John Street, Sunderland
    ID twrgamdm
    4 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Sunderland
    190 m • 3 min
  • 5
    Train - NORTHERNNORTHERN
    Wait for train
    NORTHERN
    Middlesbrough
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Thornaby
    50 min
  • 7
    Train - NORTHERNNORTHERN
    Wait for train
    NORTHERN
    Bishop Auckland
  • 8
    Ride to train station Shildon
    Ride to train station
    Shildon
    43 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Sunderland to Shildon by bus and train via E2, NORTHERN and NORTHERN

To get from Sunderland to Shildon in County Durham, you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the E2 bus from Wheatsheaf, Monkwearmouth station to Fawcett Street, Sunderland station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the NORTHERN train and finally take the NORTHERN train from Thornaby station to Shildon station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 14 min. The bus and train schedule from Sunderland may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Shildon on the Moovit app.

134min
Bus - E2E2
Train - NORTHERN
Train - NORTHERN
Leaves from Wheatsheaf, Monkwearmouth

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Sunderland
  • 2
    Bus - E2E2
    Wait for bus
    E2
    Sunderland
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Fawcett Street, Sunderland
    ID twrgamgt
    4 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Sunderland
    140 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - NORTHERNNORTHERN
    Wait for train
    NORTHERN
    Middlesbrough
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Thornaby
    50 min
  • 7
    Train - NORTHERNNORTHERN
    Wait for train
    NORTHERN
    Bishop Auckland
  • 8
    Ride to train station Shildon
    Ride to train station
    Shildon
    43 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Sunderland to Shildon

The distance between Sunderland, County Durham and Shildon, County Durham is approximately 86 km, which can typically be travelled in 112 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Sunderland to Shildon by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in County Durham – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Sunderland to Shildon

To check the bus and train schedule from Sunderland to Shildon using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Sunderland) and destination (Shildon), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus and train schedules.

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Alternative route from Sunderland to Shildon by bus and train via E2, NORTHERN and NORTHERN

To get from Sunderland to Shildon in County Durham, you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the E2 bus from Wheatsheaf, Monkwearmouth station to Fawcett Street, Sunderland station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the NORTHERN train and finally take the NORTHERN train from Thornaby station to Shildon station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 14 min. The bus and train schedule from Sunderland may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Shildon on the Moovit app.

134min
Bus - E2E2
Train - NORTHERN
Train - NORTHERN
Leaves from Wheatsheaf, Monkwearmouth

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Sunderland
  • 2
    Bus - E2E2
    Wait for bus
    E2
    Sunderland
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Fawcett Street, Sunderland
    ID twrgamgt
    4 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Sunderland
    140 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - NORTHERNNORTHERN
    Wait for train
    NORTHERN
    Middlesbrough
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Thornaby
    50 min
  • 7
    Train - NORTHERNNORTHERN
    Wait for train
    NORTHERN
    Bishop Auckland
  • 8
    Ride to train station Shildon
    Ride to train station
    Shildon
    43 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Sunderland to Shildon?

    The fastest way takes 112 minutes, using Bus line 36, Train line NORTHERN, Train line NORTHERN.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Sunderland to Shildon?

    The alternative route takes 134 minutes, using Bus line E2, Train line NORTHERN, Train line NORTHERN.

  • Is there a direct bus between Sunderland and Shildon?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 52 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Sunderland to Shildon?

    The 36 bus line goes from Sunderland station near Sunderland in North East and Cumbria to John Street, Sunderland station. From there you’ll have to take 2 train lines till John Street, Sunderland station near Shildon in County Durham.

  • How long does it take to travel from Sunderland to Shildon by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Sunderland in North East and Cumbria and Shildon in County Durham by bus and train is about 1 hr 52 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Sunderland to get to Shildon?

    Get on the 36 bus from the Sunderland stop near Sunderland in North East and Cumbria.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Sunderland and Shildon?

    Get off the bus at the John Street, Sunderland station, which is closest to Shildon in County Durham.

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