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Trip Overview

The average train between Sunderland and Stafford takes 5h 26m and the fastest train takes 4h 16m. There is a train service every few hours from Sunderland to Stafford. 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 26m
Duration
226 mi
Distance
£94
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Sunderland to Stafford train times

Trains run hourly between Sunderland and Stafford. The earliest departure is at 7:31 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Sunderland is at 11:14 PM which arrives into Stafford at 8:50 AM. All services require a transfer at Newcastle and take an average of 5h 26m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)TransPennine ExpressAvanti West Coast4h 19m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)TransPennine ExpressAvanti West Coast4h 17m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)TransPennine ExpressAvanti West Coast4h 17m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)TransPennine ExpressAvanti West Coast4h 16m • 3 changes
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Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)TransPennine ExpressAvanti West Coast4h 19m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)TransPennine ExpressAvanti West Coast4h 32m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)TransPennine ExpressAvanti West Coast4h 19m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)TransPennine ExpressAvanti West Coast4h 17m • 3 changes
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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)TransPennine ExpressAvanti West Coast4h 19m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)TransPennine ExpressAvanti West Coast4h 32m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)TransPennine ExpressAvanti West Coast4h 19m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)TransPennine ExpressAvanti West Coast4h 17m • 3 changes
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)TransPennine ExpressAvanti West Coast4h 19m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)TransPennine ExpressAvanti West Coast4h 32m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)TransPennine ExpressAvanti West Coast4h 19m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)TransPennine ExpressAvanti West Coast4h 17m • 3 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)TransPennine ExpressAvanti West Coast4h 19m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)TransPennine ExpressAvanti West Coast4h 26m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)TransPennine ExpressAvanti West Coast4h 19m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)TransPennine ExpressAvanti West Coast4h 17m • 3 changes
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)TransPennine ExpressAvanti West Coast4h 30m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)TransPennine ExpressAvanti West Coast4h 36m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)TransPennine ExpressAvanti West Coast4h 36m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)TransPennine ExpressAvanti West Coast4h 36m • 3 changes
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)TransPennine ExpressAvanti West Coast4h 19m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)TransPennine ExpressAvanti West Coast4h 32m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)TransPennine ExpressAvanti West Coast4h 19m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)TransPennine ExpressAvanti West Coast4h 17m • 3 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Sunderland to Stafford? 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 Sunderland to Stafford.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 225.8 mi
  • Duration: 5h 26m

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

You can take a train from Sunderland to Stafford via Newcastle, Doncaster, and Stockport in around 5h.

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