Sunderland to Birmingham train
Cheap train tickets from Sunderland to Birmingham
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Train schedule Sunderland to Birmingham
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Fastest train times from Sunderland to Birmingham
Fastest Journey
4 h 4 m
Average
4 h 52 m
Trains per day
8
Distance
272 km
Of the 8 trains that leave Sunderland for Birmingham every day 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
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Overview: Train from Sunderland to Birmingham
 | Distance | 168 miles (271 km) |
 | Average train duration | 3 h 31 min |
 | Average train ticket price | £129 (€144) |
 | Train frequency | 10 a day |
 | Direct train | Yes, there are 10 direct trains a day |
 | Train providers | Cross Country |
Trains from Sunderland to Birmingham cover the 168 miles (271 km) long route taking on average 3 h 31 min with our travel partners like Cross Country. Normally, there are 10 trains operating per day, including direct services available. While the average ticket price for this route costs around £129, you can find the cheapest train ticket for as low as £72. Travellers depart most frequently from Sunderland and arrive in Birmingham New Street.
Train providers: CrossCountry trains Sunderland to Birmingham
Buy your official CrossCountry train tickets to Birmingham from Sunderland from £72 with Omio. Find train times and tickets for over 1000 travel companies to compare and book the most convenient trip.
CrossCountry is a fast speed train company in the United Kingdom and for your next train to Birmingham from Sunderland you can choose between Standard Class and First Class tickets on Omio.
Book your CrossCountry Sunderland to Birmingham train with Omio and enjoy a smooth and relaxing journey! Check CrossCountry up-to-date train timetables for the ideal departure and arrival times, compare the fastest Sunderland to Birmingham routes as well as the amenities offered in the class fare you choose and buy the most affordable CrossCountry train tickets online that fit your budget. The distance between Sunderland and Birmingham is 168 miles (271 km), and the best price for a one-way Sunderland - Birmingham CrossCountry train ticket starts at £72 if you book in advance. If you would rather search for your CrossCountry ticket in the Omio app, you can quickly see if it's a mobile ticket so that you can go paperless when travelling by train. Waiting in a queue at the train station to purchase your train ticket will become yesterday's news. So, book your train tickets online quickly and easily and enjoy your trip with CrossCountry!
CrossCountry from Sunderland to Birmingham train information:
- Average Duration: 5 h 2 min
- Average Price: £72
- CrossCountry frequency: 10 a day
Travel Tips: Trains from Sunderland to Birmingham
Some of the Sunderland train stations to Birmingham you can start your journey from include Sunderland and Sunderland, Dame Dorothy Street. Similarly, some of the arrival train stations in Birmingham include Birmingham New Street, Birmingham Moor Street and Birmingham International.
When travelling this route, Omio customers are departing most frequently from Sunderland and arriving in Birmingham New Street.
Passengers board the train most frequently from Sunderland, which is located around 0.2 miles (319 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Birmingham New Street, located 1.5 miles (2.4 km) away from the city centre.
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Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off in Fawcett Street, near to the Travel Centre entrance in Athenaeum Street, outside Wilkinsons.
Metro: Tyne and Wear metro station close to the station. 0191 203 3333
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