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The average train between Nottingham and Sunderland takes 3h 40m and the fastest train takes 3h 14m. There is a train service every few hours from Nottingham 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.

3h 40m
Duration
197 mi
Distance
£83
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Nottingham to Sunderland train times

Trains run hourly between Nottingham and Sunderland. The earliest departure is at 5:45 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Nottingham is at 8:46 PM which arrives into Sunderland at 6:26 AM. All services require a transfer at Grantham and take an average of 3h 40m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, November 1, 2026

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    East Midlands RailwaysLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited3h 21m • 2 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited3h 39m • 2 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited3h 21m • 2 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited3h 21m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, November 2, 2026

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    East Midlands RailwaysLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited3h 24m • 2 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited3h 27m • 2 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited3h 18m • 2 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited3h 14m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 3, 2026

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    East Midlands RailwaysLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited3h 24m • 2 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited3h 27m • 2 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited3h 18m • 2 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited3h 14m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, November 4, 2026

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    East Midlands RailwaysLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited3h 24m • 2 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited3h 27m • 2 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited3h 18m • 2 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited3h 14m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, November 5, 2026

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    East Midlands RailwaysLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited3h 24m • 2 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited3h 27m • 2 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited3h 18m • 2 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited3h 14m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, November 6, 2026

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    East Midlands RailwaysLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited3h 24m • 2 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited3h 27m • 2 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited3h 18m • 2 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited3h 14m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 7, 2026

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    East Midlands RailwaysLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited3h 39m • 2 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited3h 27m • 2 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited3h 19m • 2 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited3h 15m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Nottingham 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 Nottingham to Sunderland.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 196.6 mi
  • Duration: 3h 40m

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

London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) operates a train from Grantham to Newcastle hourly. Tickets cost £50–75 and the journey takes 1h 54m.

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