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Trains from Stafford (STA) to Sunderland (SUN)

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19

train journeys
per day

148

miles (238 kms)

4hrs 28 mins

fastest journey

05:33 / 23:35

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 2 changes)

6

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Stafford (STA) to Sunderland (SUN)

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On a typical weekday there are 19 scheduled rail journeys between Stafford and Sunderland , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 19 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Stafford to Sunderland is approximately 148 miles (238 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 35 mins.

First TransPennine Express, West Midlands Trains, Northern Rail, Grand Central, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Stafford and Sunderland.

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Stafford to Sunderland. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 28 mins.

Journeys from Stafford to Sunderland Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:33
    4 hrs 28 mins 2 changes
    10:01
    Stafford
    Sunderland
    Stafford to Sunderland
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:09
    4 hrs 52 mins 2 changes
    11:01
    Stafford
    Sunderland
    Stafford to Sunderland
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:32
    4 hrs 29 mins 2 changes
    12:01
    Stafford
    Sunderland
    Stafford to Sunderland
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:09
    4 hrs 52 mins 2 changes
    13:01
    Stafford
    Sunderland
    Stafford to Sunderland
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:32
    4 hrs 29 mins 2 changes
    14:01
    Stafford
    Sunderland
    Stafford to Sunderland
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:40
    5 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    14:49
    Stafford
    Sunderland
    Stafford to Sunderland
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:09
    4 hrs 52 mins 2 changes
    15:01
    Stafford
    Sunderland
    Stafford to Sunderland
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:32
    4 hrs 29 mins 2 changes
    16:01
    Stafford
    Sunderland
    Stafford to Sunderland
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:00
    5 hrs 1 min 2 changes
    17:01
    Stafford
    Sunderland
    Stafford to Sunderland
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:24
    5 hrs 28 mins 2 changes
    17:52
    Stafford
    Sunderland
    Stafford to Sunderland
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:32
    4 hrs 28 mins 2 changes
    18:00
    Stafford
    Sunderland
    Stafford to Sunderland
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:00
    5 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    19:05
    Stafford
    Sunderland
    Stafford to Sunderland
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    15:32
    4 hrs 33 mins 2 changes
    20:05
    Stafford
    Sunderland
    Stafford to Sunderland
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    16:00
    5 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    21:05
    Stafford
    Sunderland
    Stafford to Sunderland
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    17:32
    4 hrs 33 mins 2 changes
    22:05
    Stafford
    Sunderland
    Stafford to Sunderland
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    17:40
    5 hrs 12 mins 2 changes
    22:52
    Stafford
    Sunderland
    Stafford to Sunderland
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    18:24
    4 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    23:07
    Stafford
    Sunderland
    Stafford to Sunderland
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    19:11
    11 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    06:26
    Stafford
    Sunderland
    Stafford to Sunderland
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    23:01
    13 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    12:04
    Stafford
    Sunderland
    Stafford to Sunderland

About Stafford Station

Station name Stafford (STA)
Address Stafford station, Station Road, Stafford, Staffordshire, ST16 2AA
Managed by VT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 06:00 - 20:00
Tuesday 06:00 - 20:00
Wednesday 06:00 - 20:00
Thursday 06:00 - 20:00
Friday 06:00 - 20:00
Saturday 06:00 - 20:00
Sunday 08:30 - 20:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Available

About Sunderland Station

Station name Sunderland (SUN)
Address Sunderland station, Athenaeum Street, Sunderland, Tyne & Wear, SR1 3HP
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:15 - 18:00
Saturday 06:15 - 18:00
Sunday 08:00 - 17:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Unavailable
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Stafford and Sunderland

The travel time between Stafford and Sunderland by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 35 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 28 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Stafford and Sunderland vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 19 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:33, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:35.

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Amenities on trains between Stafford and Sunderland can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Stafford & Sunderland. owever, there are 19 possible journeys which require a change.

First TransPennine Express, West Midlands Trains, Northern Rail, Grand Central, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Stafford and Sunderland.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Stafford and Sunderland, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.