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Wolverhampton to Sunderland trains

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The average train between Wolverhampton and Sunderland takes 4h 47m and the fastest train takes 3h 53m. There is a train service every few hours from Wolverhampton 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.

4h 47m
Duration
230 mi
Distance
£121
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Wolverhampton to Sunderland train times

Trains run hourly between Wolverhampton and Sunderland. The earliest departure is at 5:30 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Wolverhampton is at 7:58 PM which arrives into Sunderland at 6:26 AM. All services require a transfer at Birmingham New Street and take an average of 4h 47m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Saturday, October 10, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited4h 2m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited4h 42m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited4h 3m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited4h 25m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited4h 33m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited4h 26m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited4h 26m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited4h 24m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited4h 30m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited4h 45m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited4h • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited4h 44m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited4h 30m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited4h 45m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited4h • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited4h 44m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited4h 30m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited4h 45m • 2 changes

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Wolverhampton 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 Wolverhampton to Sunderland.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 230 mi
  • Duration: 4h 47m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Birmingham New Street to Newcastle hourly. Tickets cost £90–140 and the journey takes 3h.

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