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Trains from Sheffield (SHF) to Sunderland (SUN)

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22

train journeys
per day

105

miles (170 kms)

2hrs 38 mins

fastest journey

05:28 / 00:04

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

5

operators run

7

routes

Trains from Sheffield (SHF) to Sunderland (SUN)

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On a typical weekday there are 22 scheduled rail journeys between Sheffield and Sunderland , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 22 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Sheffield to Sunderland is approximately 105 miles (170 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 43 mins.

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

There are 7 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Sheffield to Sunderland. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 38 mins.

Journeys from Sheffield to Sunderland Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:28
    4 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    09:31
    Sheffield
    Sunderland
    Sheffield to Sunderland
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:21
    2 hrs 40 mins 1 change
    10:01
    Sheffield
    Sunderland
    Sheffield to Sunderland
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:49
    2 hrs 47 mins 1 change
    10:36
    Sheffield
    Sunderland
    Sheffield to Sunderland
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:22
    2 hrs 39 mins 1 change
    11:01
    Sheffield
    Sunderland
    Sheffield to Sunderland
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:21
    2 hrs 40 mins 1 change
    12:01
    Sheffield
    Sunderland
    Sheffield to Sunderland
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:52
    2 hrs 45 mins 1 change
    12:37
    Sheffield
    Sunderland
    Sheffield to Sunderland
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:21
    2 hrs 40 mins 1 change
    13:01
    Sheffield
    Sunderland
    Sheffield to Sunderland
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:21
    2 hrs 40 mins 1 change
    14:01
    Sheffield
    Sunderland
    Sheffield to Sunderland
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:41
    3 hrs 8 mins 1 change
    14:49
    Sheffield
    Sunderland
    Sheffield to Sunderland
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:21
    2 hrs 40 mins 1 change
    15:01
    Sheffield
    Sunderland
    Sheffield to Sunderland
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:21
    2 hrs 40 mins 1 change
    16:01
    Sheffield
    Sunderland
    Sheffield to Sunderland
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:21
    2 hrs 40 mins 1 change
    17:01
    Sheffield
    Sunderland
    Sheffield to Sunderland
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:50
    2 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    17:49
    Sheffield
    Sunderland
    Sheffield to Sunderland
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    15:21
    2 hrs 39 mins 1 change
    18:00
    Sheffield
    Sunderland
    Sheffield to Sunderland
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    16:21
    2 hrs 44 mins 1 change
    19:05
    Sheffield
    Sunderland
    Sheffield to Sunderland
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    17:21
    2 hrs 44 mins 1 change
    20:05
    Sheffield
    Sunderland
    Sheffield to Sunderland
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    18:21
    2 hrs 44 mins 1 change
    21:05
    Sheffield
    Sunderland
    Sheffield to Sunderland
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    19:21
    2 hrs 44 mins 1 change
    22:05
    Sheffield
    Sunderland
    Sheffield to Sunderland
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    20:29
    2 hrs 38 mins 1 change
    23:07
    Sheffield
    Sunderland
    Sheffield to Sunderland
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    23:05
    7 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    06:26
    Sheffield
    Sunderland
    Sheffield to Sunderland

About Sheffield Station

Station name Sheffield (SHF)
Address Sheffield station, Sheaf Street, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S1 2BP
Managed by EM

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:00 - 22:50
Saturday 05:00 - 22:50
Sunday 07:45 - 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 Unavailable
ATM Machine Available

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Sheffield and Sunderland

The travel time between Sheffield and Sunderland by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 43 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 38 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Sheffield and Sunderland vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 22 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:28, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:04.

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Amenities on trains between Sheffield and Sunderland can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Sheffield & Sunderland. owever, there are 22 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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