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Outbound fromHereford to Sunderland by train
It takes an average of 8h 7m to travel from Hereford to Sunderland by train, over a distance of around 204 miles (328 km). There are normally 21 trains per day travelling from Hereford to Sunderland and tickets for this journey start from £53.80 when you book in advance.
| First train | 05:46 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:35 | |
| Departure station | Hereford | |
| Arrival station | Sunderland | |
| Journey time | From 5h 12m | |
| Distance | 204 miles (328 km) | |
| Frequency | 21 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Price | From £53.80 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, TransPennine Express, London North Eastern Railway, Transport for Wales, Grand Central Railway |
About the train journey from Hereford to Sunderland
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The train from Hereford to Sunderland usually takes 8 hours 7 minutes on average to travel 204 miles (328 km), although the quickest services can take as little as 5 hours 12 minutes. You can expect to find 21 trains per day running on this popular route. You'll need to make 2 changes during the journey to Sunderland, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. During your journey, you're likely to be travelling with London North Eastern Railway, Great Western Railway or Transport for Wales, as these are the main train operators on this route.
You can save money on train tickets from Hereford to Sunderland if you book in advance, as tickets usually start from £53.80. You can also travel Off-Peak – tickets are usually cheaper during quieter times on weekdays and weekends – or get a Railcard and save up to 1/3 on eligible journeys for a whole year. Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to compare ticket prices and get the cheapest fares.
If you want to know more about the journey, scroll up for timetables and live train times, or keep reading for tips on finding cheap tickets and FAQs. Want to go straight to booking? Start a search with us today!
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Consider a Season Ticket
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Use your Railcard
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