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Lichfield to Sunderland trains

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The average train between Lichfield and Sunderland takes 5h 34m and the fastest train takes 4h 18m. The train service runs several times per day from Lichfield 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.

5h 34m
Duration
219 mi
Distance
£105
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

Lichfield to Sunderland train times

Trains run every 4 hours between Lichfield and Sunderland. The earliest departure is at 6:46 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Lichfield is at 11:45 PM which arrives into Sunderland at 10:00 AM. All services require a transfer at New Street and take an average of 5h 34m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Saturday, October 17, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited4h 38m • 3 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsWest Midlands TrainsCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited5h 6m • 3 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsWest Midlands TrainsCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited5h 6m • 3 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsWest Midlands TrainsCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited5h 6m • 3 changes
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Departing Sunday, October 18, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsWest Midlands TrainsCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited4h 51m • 3 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsWest Midlands TrainsCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited4h 51m • 3 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsWest Midlands TrainsCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited4h 51m • 3 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsWest Midlands TrainsCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited4h 51m • 3 changes
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Departing Monday, October 19, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited4h 37m • 3 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsWest Midlands TrainsCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited5h 6m • 3 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsWest Midlands TrainsCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited5h 6m • 3 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsWest Midlands TrainsCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited5h 6m • 3 changes
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Departing Tuesday, October 20, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited4h 37m • 3 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsWest Midlands TrainsCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited5h 6m • 3 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsWest Midlands TrainsCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited5h 6m • 3 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsWest Midlands TrainsCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited5h 6m • 3 changes
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Departing Wednesday, October 21, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited4h 37m • 3 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsWest Midlands TrainsCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited5h 6m • 3 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsWest Midlands TrainsCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited5h 6m • 3 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsWest Midlands TrainsCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited5h 6m • 3 changes
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Departing Thursday, October 22, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited4h 37m • 3 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsWest Midlands TrainsCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited5h 6m • 3 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsWest Midlands TrainsCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited5h 6m • 3 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsWest Midlands TrainsCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited5h 6m • 3 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Lichfield 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 Lichfield to Sunderland.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 218.7 mi
  • Duration: 5h 34m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Burton-on-Trent to Newcastle every 2 hours. Tickets cost £80–130 and the journey takes 3h 13m.

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