[2][3] To allow for the re-building of the station at Sunderland, St. Peter's served as a temporary terminus for rail services operated by Northern Spirit between 25 February 2001 and 16 April 2001.

It is located a short walk from the University of Sunderland's Sir Tom Cowie Campus at St. Peter's, which is about 750 metres (0.47 mi) to the east of the station.

[citation needed] The station has two platforms, both of which have ticket machines (which accept cash, card and contactless payment),[6] smartcard validators,[7] seating, next train audio and visual displays, timetable and information posters and an emergency help point.

[8][b] Rolling stock used: Class 599 Metrocar The station features the White Light art installation.

Designed by British artist, Ron Haselden, it consists of illuminated ovals embedded into the glass floor, which change in intensity according to the strength of the wind.