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Trains from Shrewsbury (SHR) to Sunderland (SUN)

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24

train journeys
per day

161

miles (260 kms)

5hrs 13 mins

fastest journey

05:18 / 00:06

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

8

operators run

9

routes

Trains from Shrewsbury (SHR) to Sunderland (SUN)

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On a typical weekday there are 24 scheduled rail journeys between Shrewsbury and Sunderland , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 24 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Shrewsbury to Sunderland is approximately 161 miles (260 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 6hrs 27 mins.

First TransPennine Express, Transport for Wales, West Midlands Trains, Northern Rail, Grand Central, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Shrewsbury and Sunderland.

There are 9 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Shrewsbury to Sunderland. The fastest journey time on this route takes 5hrs 13 mins.

Journeys from Shrewsbury to Sunderland Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:18
    5 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    11:01
    Shrewsbury
    Sunderland
    Shrewsbury to Sunderland
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:33
    5 hrs 28 mins 2 changes
    12:01
    Shrewsbury
    Sunderland
    Shrewsbury to Sunderland
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:04
    5 hrs 33 mins 2 changes
    12:37
    Shrewsbury
    Sunderland
    Shrewsbury to Sunderland
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:30
    5 hrs 31 mins 2 changes
    13:01
    Shrewsbury
    Sunderland
    Shrewsbury to Sunderland
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:40
    5 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    14:01
    Shrewsbury
    Sunderland
    Shrewsbury to Sunderland
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:44
    6 hrs 5 mins 3 changes
    14:49
    Shrewsbury
    Sunderland
    Shrewsbury to Sunderland
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:40
    5 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    15:01
    Shrewsbury
    Sunderland
    Shrewsbury to Sunderland
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:40
    5 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    16:01
    Shrewsbury
    Sunderland
    Shrewsbury to Sunderland
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:53
    5 hrs 47 mins 3 changes
    16:40
    Shrewsbury
    Sunderland
    Shrewsbury to Sunderland
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:40
    5 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    17:01
    Shrewsbury
    Sunderland
    Shrewsbury to Sunderland
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:53
    5 hrs 59 mins 3 changes
    17:52
    Shrewsbury
    Sunderland
    Shrewsbury to Sunderland
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:40
    5 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    18:00
    Shrewsbury
    Sunderland
    Shrewsbury to Sunderland
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:51
    5 hrs 46 mins 3 changes
    18:37
    Shrewsbury
    Sunderland
    Shrewsbury to Sunderland
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:40
    5 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    19:05
    Shrewsbury
    Sunderland
    Shrewsbury to Sunderland
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:40
    5 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    20:05
    Shrewsbury
    Sunderland
    Shrewsbury to Sunderland
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:47
    5 hrs 34 mins 3 changes
    20:21
    Shrewsbury
    Sunderland
    Shrewsbury to Sunderland
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:40
    5 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    21:05
    Shrewsbury
    Sunderland
    Shrewsbury to Sunderland
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:52
    5 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    22:05
    Shrewsbury
    Sunderland
    Shrewsbury to Sunderland
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:40
    5 hrs 27 mins 2 changes
    23:07
    Shrewsbury
    Sunderland
    Shrewsbury to Sunderland
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:50
    5 hrs 32 mins 3 changes
    23:22
    Shrewsbury
    Sunderland
    Shrewsbury to Sunderland

About Shrewsbury Station

Station name Shrewsbury (SHR)
Address Shrewsbury station, Castle Foregate, Shrewsbury, Shropshire, SY1 2DQ
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:20 - 20:40
Saturday 05:20 - 19:40
Sunday 07:20 - 19:40
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

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 Shrewsbury and Sunderland

The travel time between Shrewsbury and Sunderland by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 6hrs 27 mins & the fastest journey takes 5hrs 13 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Shrewsbury and Sunderland vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 24 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:18, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:06.

First class tickets on trains between Shrewsbury and Sunderland typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Shrewsbury 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 Shrewsbury & Sunderland. owever, there are 24 possible journeys which require a change.

First TransPennine Express, Transport for Wales, West Midlands Trains, Northern Rail, Grand Central, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Shrewsbury and Sunderland.

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