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Trip Overview

The average train between Hereford and Sunderland takes 7h 14m and the fastest train takes 5h 11m. The train service runs several times per day from Hereford to Sunderland. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

7h 14m
Duration
272 mi
Distance
£134
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

Hereford to Sunderland train times

Trains run every 4 hours between Hereford and Sunderland. The earliest departure is at 6:40 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Hereford is at 9:25 PM which arrives into Sunderland at 10:00 AM. All services require a transfer at Birmingham New Street and take an average of 7h 14m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited11h 46m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited12h 35m • 2 changes

Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited6h 14m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited5h 23m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited5h 19m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited5h 19m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited5h 20m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited5h 19m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited5h 19m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited5h 20m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited5h 56m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited6h 4m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited6h 10m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited6h 6m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited6h 14m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited5h 23m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited5h 19m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited5h 19m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited6h 14m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited5h 23m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited5h 19m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited5h 19m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited6h 14m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited5h 23m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited5h 19m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited5h 19m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Hereford to Sunderland? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Hereford to Sunderland.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 272 mi
  • Duration: 7h 14m

What companies run services between Hereford, England and Sunderland, England?

You can take a train from Hereford to Sunderland via Birmingham New Street and Newcastle in around 5h 50m.

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