(20 Sep 2013, 6:43 am)Daniel wrote The X2 took just over an hour before, if I remember correctly. The X3 is still a more attractive choice.
An express service calling at Sunderland, Concord, Heworth (outside station), Gateshead and Newcastle would take 50 minutes... Perhaps worth considering
The X2 actually took only 55 minutes from Sunderland to Newcastle.