The average train between Sunderland and Stafford takes 5h 1m and the fastest train takes 4h 16m. The train service runs several times per day 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.
Trains run every 4 hours 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 1m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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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.
No, there is no direct train from Sunderland to Stafford. However, there are services departing from Sunderland station and arriving at Stafford station via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 1m.
Sunderland to Stafford train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Newcastle station.
Sunderland to Stafford train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Stafford station.
Book your Sunderland to Stafford train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express and 2 other operators.
The distance between Sunderland and Stafford is 238.4 km. The road distance is 341 km.
You can take a train from Sunderland to Stafford via Newcastle and Manchester Piccadilly in around 4h 53m.