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Gainsborough to Sunderland trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Gainsborough and Sunderland takes 4h 5m and the fastest train takes 2h 20m. The train service runs several times per day from Gainsborough 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 5m
Duration
151 mi
Distance
£60
Average price
Every 3 hours
Frequency

Gainsborough to Sunderland train times

Trains run every 3 hours between Gainsborough and Sunderland. The earliest departure is at 7:03 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Gainsborough is at 11:04 PM which arrives into Sunderland at 1:06 PM. All services require a transfer at Retford and take an average of 4h 5m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, October 8, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited3h 22m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited8h 37m • 3 changes

Departing Friday, October 9, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited3h 19m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited2h 38m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited2h 38m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedHull TrainsLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited2h 38m • 3 changes
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Departing Saturday, October 10, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited2h 20m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited2h 39m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited2h 38m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedHull TrainsLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited2h 38m • 3 changes
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Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 32m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 31m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedHull TrainsCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 32m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 31m • 3 changes
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Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited3h 19m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited2h 38m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited2h 38m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedHull TrainsLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited2h 38m • 3 changes
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Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited3h 19m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited2h 38m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited2h 38m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedHull TrainsLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited2h 38m • 3 changes
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Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited3h 19m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited2h 38m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited2h 38m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedHull TrainsLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited2h 38m • 3 changes

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Gainsborough 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 Gainsborough to Sunderland.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 150.5 mi
  • Duration: 4h 5m

What companies run services between Gainsborough, Lincolnshire, England and Sunderland, England?

London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) operates a train from Doncaster to Newcastle hourly. Tickets cost £35–55 and the journey takes 1h 18m. Two other operators also service this route.

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