What is the cheapest way to get from Sunderland to Thorne?

The cheapest way to get from Sunderland to Thorne is to bus which costs £20 - £27 and takes 5h 22m.

What is the fastest way to get from Sunderland to Thorne?

The fastest way to get from Sunderland to Thorne is to drive which takes 2h 2m and costs £25 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Sunderland and Thorne?

No, there is no direct bus from Sunderland to Thorne. However, there are services departing from Sunderland Interchange and arriving at Horse Fair Green/Finkle Street via Meadowhall Interchange/C2 and Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/C3. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 22m.

Is there a direct train between Sunderland and Thorne?

No, there is no direct train from Sunderland to Thorne. However, there are services departing from Sunderland and arriving at Thorne North via Newcastle and Doncaster. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 59m.

How far is it from Sunderland to Thorne?

The distance between Sunderland and Thorne is 134 miles. The road distance is 102 miles.

How do I travel from Sunderland to Thorne without a car?

The best way to get from Sunderland to Thorne without a car is to train which takes 2h 59m and costs £30 - £90.

How long does it take to get from Sunderland to Thorne?

It takes approximately 2h 59m to get from Sunderland to Thorne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sunderland to Thorne bus from?

Sunderland to Thorne bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Sunderland Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Sunderland to Thorne train from?

Sunderland to Thorne train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Newcastle station.

Train or bus from Sunderland to Thorne?

The best way to get from Sunderland to Thorne is to train which takes 2h 59m and costs £30 - £90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £20 - £27 and takes 5h 22m.

Where does the Sunderland to Thorne bus arrive?

Sunderland to Thorne bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Sheffield Meadowhall Interchange station.

Where does the Sunderland to Thorne train arrive?

Sunderland to Thorne train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at Doncaster station.

Can I drive from Sunderland to Thorne?

Yes, the driving distance between Sunderland to Thorne is 102 miles. It takes approximately 2h 2m to drive from Sunderland to Thorne.

How do I get a train ticket from Sunderland to Thorne?

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Where can I stay near Thorne?

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Sunderland to Thorne - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 387 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Sunderland to Thorne by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Doncastertrain Edinburgh - London Kings Cross / ...
2h 59m
£32–88
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sunderland Interchange to Sheffield Meadowhall Interchangebus Uk010
2. Take the bus from Meadowhall Interchange/C2 to Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B2bus X3
5h 22m
£20–27
Drive 101.4 mi
1. Drive from Sunderland to Thornecar 101.4 mi
2h 2m
£26–37
Train, line 387 bus
1. Take the train from Sunderland to Thornabytrain
2. Take the train from Thornaby to Doncastertrain
3. Take the bus from Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/C3 to Horse Fair Green/Finkle Streetbus 387 / ...
3h 48m
£39–61

Sunderland to Thorne by train

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Distance: 133.2 mi
Duration: 2h 59m

What companies run services between Sunderland, England and Thorne, Doncaster, England?

London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) operates a train from Newcastle to Doncaster hourly. Tickets cost £35–55 and the journey takes 1h 17m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sunderland Interchange to Horse Fair Green/Finkle Street via Meadowhall Interchange/C2, Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B2, and Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/C3 in around 5h 22m.

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