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Trip Overview

The average train between Sunderland and Kettering takes 5h 58m and the fastest train takes 4h 37m. There is a train service every few hours from Sunderland to Kettering. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

5h 58m
Duration
251 mi
Distance
£112
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Sunderland to Kettering train times

Trains run hourly between Sunderland and Kettering. The earliest departure is at 7:57 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Sunderland is at 11:14 PM which arrives into Kettering at 9:34 AM. All services require a transfer at Newcastle and take an average of 5h 58m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)East Midlands RailwaysEast Midlands Railways4h 38m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)East Midlands RailwaysEast Midlands Railways5h 16m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)East Midlands RailwaysEast Midlands Railways4h 39m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)East Midlands RailwaysEast Midlands Railways4h 40m • 3 changes
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)East Midlands RailwaysEast Midlands Railways4h 38m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)East Midlands RailwaysEast Midlands Railways5h 16m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)East Midlands RailwaysEast Midlands Railways4h 39m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)East Midlands RailwaysEast Midlands Railways4h 40m • 3 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)East Midlands RailwaysEast Midlands Railways4h 37m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)East Midlands RailwaysEast Midlands Railways5h 11m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)East Midlands RailwaysEast Midlands Railways4h 39m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)East Midlands RailwaysEast Midlands Railways4h 39m • 3 changes
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)East Midlands RailwaysEast Midlands Railways5h 45m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)East Midlands RailwaysEast Midlands Railways5h 51m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)East Midlands RailwaysEast Midlands Railways5h 21m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)East Midlands RailwaysEast Midlands Railways5h 21m • 3 changes
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)East Midlands RailwaysEast Midlands Railways4h 38m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)East Midlands RailwaysEast Midlands Railways5h 16m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)East Midlands RailwaysEast Midlands Railways4h 39m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)East Midlands RailwaysEast Midlands Railways4h 40m • 3 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)East Midlands RailwaysEast Midlands Railways4h 38m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)East Midlands RailwaysEast Midlands Railways5h 16m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)East Midlands RailwaysEast Midlands Railways4h 39m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)East Midlands RailwaysEast Midlands Railways4h 40m • 3 changes
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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)East Midlands RailwaysEast Midlands Railways4h 38m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)East Midlands RailwaysEast Midlands Railways5h 16m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)East Midlands RailwaysEast Midlands Railways4h 39m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)East Midlands RailwaysEast Midlands Railways4h 40m • 3 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Sunderland to Kettering? 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 Sunderland to Kettering.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 250.8 mi
  • Duration: 5h 58m

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

You can take a train from Sunderland to Kettering via Newcastle, Grantham, and Nottingham in around 5h 17m.

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