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Trains from Sunderland (SUN) to Birmingham New Street

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19

train journeys
per day

169

miles (272 kms)

3hrs 32 mins

fastest journey

05:39 / 22:50

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

5

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Sunderland (SUN) to Birmingham New Street

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

The distance by rail from Sunderland to Birmingham New Street is approximately 169 miles (272 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 8 mins.

Northern Rail, CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, First TransPennine Express, Grand Central are the main train operating companies running services between Sunderland and Birmingham New Street.

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Sunderland to Birmingham New Street. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 32 mins.

Journeys from Sunderland to Birmingham New Street Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:39
    3 hrs 49 mins 1 change
    09:28
    Sunderland
    Birmingham New Street
    Sunderland to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:08
    3 hrs 58 mins 1 change
    11:06
    Sunderland
    Birmingham New Street
    Sunderland to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:56
    3 hrs 32 mins 1 change
    11:28
    Sunderland
    Birmingham New Street
    Sunderland to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:09
    3 hrs 56 mins 1 change
    13:05
    Sunderland
    Birmingham New Street
    Sunderland to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:32
    3 hrs 56 mins 1 change
    13:28
    Sunderland
    Birmingham New Street
    Sunderland to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:07
    3 hrs 59 mins 1 change
    15:06
    Sunderland
    Birmingham New Street
    Sunderland to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:32
    3 hrs 56 mins 1 change
    15:28
    Sunderland
    Birmingham New Street
    Sunderland to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:30
    4 hrs 36 mins 1 change
    17:06
    Sunderland
    Birmingham New Street
    Sunderland to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:32
    4 hrs 34 mins 1 change - overtaken train
    17:06
    Sunderland
    Birmingham New Street
    Sunderland to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:37
    4 hrs 29 mins 2 changes
    17:06
    Sunderland
    Birmingham New Street
    Sunderland to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:32
    4 hrs 34 mins 1 change
    18:06
    Sunderland
    Birmingham New Street
    Sunderland to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:37
    3 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    18:28
    Sunderland
    Birmingham New Street
    Sunderland to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    15:30
    4 hrs 35 mins 1 change
    20:05
    Sunderland
    Birmingham New Street
    Sunderland to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    17:07
    4 hrs 1 change
    21:07
    Sunderland
    Birmingham New Street
    Sunderland to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    17:30
    4 hrs 38 mins 1 change
    22:08
    Sunderland
    Birmingham New Street
    Sunderland to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    19:08
    4 hrs 19 mins 1 change
    23:27
    Sunderland
    Birmingham New Street
    Sunderland to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    21:06
    9 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    06:56
    Sunderland
    Birmingham New Street
    Sunderland to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    21:29
    10 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    08:06
    Sunderland
    Birmingham New Street
    Sunderland to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    22:29
    10 hrs 39 mins 2 changes
    09:08
    Sunderland
    Birmingham New Street
    Sunderland to Birmingham New Street

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 Birmingham New Street Station

Station name Birmingham New Street (BHM)
Address Birmingham New Street station, Station Street, Birmingham, West Midlands, B2 4QA
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 05:15 - 23:00
Tuesday 05:15 - 23:00
Wednesday 05:15 - 23:00
Thursday 05:15 - 23:00
Friday 05:15 - 23:00
Saturday 05:15 - 23:00
Sunday 08:00 - 23:00
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 Available
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Sunderland and Birmingham New Street

The travel time between Sunderland and Birmingham New Street by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 8 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 32 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Sunderland and Birmingham New Street 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 05:39, and the last train of the day leaves at 22:50.

First class tickets on trains between Sunderland and Birmingham New Street typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Sunderland and Birmingham New Street 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 & Birmingham New Street. owever, there are 19 possible journeys which require a change.

Northern Rail, CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, First TransPennine Express, Grand Central are the main train operating companies running services between Sunderland and Birmingham New Street.

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