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Trains from Sunderland (SUN) to Stafford (STA)

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16

train journeys
per day

148

miles (238 kms)

4hrs 25 mins

fastest journey

05:39 / 22:50

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 2 changes)

7

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Sunderland (SUN) to Stafford (STA)

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On a typical weekday there are 16 scheduled rail journeys between Sunderland and Stafford , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 16 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Sunderland to Stafford is approximately 148 miles (238 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 26 mins.

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

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Sunderland to Stafford. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 25 mins.

Journeys from Sunderland to Stafford Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:39
    5 hrs 23 mins 2 changes
    11:02
    Sunderland
    Stafford
    Sunderland to Stafford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:08
    4 hrs 26 mins 2 changes
    11:34
    Sunderland
    Stafford
    Sunderland to Stafford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:56
    4 hrs 36 mins 2 changes
    12:32
    Sunderland
    Stafford
    Sunderland to Stafford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:09
    4 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    13:34
    Sunderland
    Stafford
    Sunderland to Stafford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:32
    5 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    15:02
    Sunderland
    Stafford
    Sunderland to Stafford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:07
    4 hrs 27 mins 2 changes
    15:34
    Sunderland
    Stafford
    Sunderland to Stafford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:32
    5 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    17:02
    Sunderland
    Stafford
    Sunderland to Stafford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:32
    5 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    17:36
    Sunderland
    Stafford
    Sunderland to Stafford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:07
    5 hrs 32 mins 2 changes
    18:39
    Sunderland
    Stafford
    Sunderland to Stafford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:32
    5 hrs 31 mins 2 changes
    19:03
    Sunderland
    Stafford
    Sunderland to Stafford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:31
    5 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    19:37
    Sunderland
    Stafford
    Sunderland to Stafford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:09
    5 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    20:39
    Sunderland
    Stafford
    Sunderland to Stafford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:30
    5 hrs 26 mins 2 changes
    20:56
    Sunderland
    Stafford
    Sunderland to Stafford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    17:07
    4 hrs 27 mins 2 changes
    21:34
    Sunderland
    Stafford
    Sunderland to Stafford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    17:30
    5 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    22:34
    Sunderland
    Stafford
    Sunderland to Stafford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    22:29
    11 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    09:39
    Sunderland
    Stafford
    Sunderland to Stafford

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

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Sunderland and Stafford

The travel time between Sunderland and Stafford by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 26 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 25 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Sunderland and Stafford vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 16 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:39, and the last train of the day leaves at 22:50.

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Sunderland & Stafford. owever, there are 16 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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