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 - £40 and takes 5h 32m.

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.

How far is it from Sunderland to Thorne?

The distance between Sunderland and Thorne is 123 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 and line 387 bus which takes 2h 54m and costs £30 - £50.

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

It takes approximately 2h 54m 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 National Express, depart from Interchange station.

Where does the Sunderland to Thorne bus arrive?

Sunderland to Thorne bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Leeds City Bus & Coach 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.

Where can I stay near Thorne?

There are 525+ hotels available in Thorne.

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

Q: 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 Interchange and arriving at Horse Fair Green/Finkle Street via Leeds City Bus & Coach Station, Meadowhall Interchange/C2 and Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/C3. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 32m.

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

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Train, line 387 bus
best
1. Take the train from Sunderland to Doncastertrain Sunderland - London Kings Cross
2. Take the bus from Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/C3 to Horse Fair Green/Finkle Streetbus 387 / ...
2h 54m
£34–47
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Interchange to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus 133 / ...
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Meadowhall Interchange/A2bus 131 / ...
3. Take the bus from Meadowhall Interchange/C2 to Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B2bus X3
5h 32m
£20–37
Drive 101.4 mi
1. Drive from Sunderland to Thornecar 101.4 mi
2h 2m
£26–37
Train, line 387 bus via Central Station
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Doncastertrain Edinburgh - London Kings Cross / ...
2. Take the bus from Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/C3 to Horse Fair Green/Finkle Streetbus 387 / ...
3h 3m
£32–83

Sunderland to Thorne by train and bus

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Distance: 121.9 mi
Duration: 2h 54m

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

You can take a bus from Interchange to Horse Fair Green/Finkle Street via Leeds City Bus & Coach Station, Meadowhall Interchange/C2, Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B2, and Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/C3 in around 5h 32m.

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