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Trains from Rainford (RNF) to Sunderland (SUN)

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13

train journeys
per day

111

miles (179 kms)

4hrs 5 mins

fastest journey

07:00 / 21:01

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Rainford (RNF) to Sunderland (SUN)

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On a typical weekday there are 13 scheduled rail journeys between Rainford and Sunderland , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 13 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Rainford to Sunderland is approximately 111 miles (179 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 17 mins.

Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express, Grand Central are the main train operating companies running services between Rainford and Sunderland.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Rainford to Sunderland. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 5 mins.

Journeys from Rainford to Sunderland Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:00
    5 hrs 1 min 2 changes
    12:01
    Rainford
    Sunderland
    Rainford to Sunderland
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:00
    5 hrs 1 min 2 changes
    13:01
    Rainford
    Sunderland
    Rainford to Sunderland
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:00
    5 hrs 1 min 2 changes
    14:01
    Rainford
    Sunderland
    Rainford to Sunderland
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:00
    4 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    14:49
    Rainford
    Sunderland
    Rainford to Sunderland
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:53
    5 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    16:01
    Rainford
    Sunderland
    Rainford to Sunderland
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:00
    5 hrs 1 min 2 changes
    17:01
    Rainford
    Sunderland
    Rainford to Sunderland
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:00
    4 hrs 52 mins 2 changes
    17:52
    Rainford
    Sunderland
    Rainford to Sunderland
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:00
    4 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    18:37
    Rainford
    Sunderland
    Rainford to Sunderland
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:46
    5 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    20:05
    Rainford
    Sunderland
    Rainford to Sunderland
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:00
    5 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    21:05
    Rainford
    Sunderland
    Rainford to Sunderland
  • Mon 29th Apr
    18:00
    4 hrs 5 mins 3 changes
    22:05
    Rainford
    Sunderland
    Rainford to Sunderland
  • Mon 29th Apr
    18:52
    4 hrs 15 mins 3 changes
    23:07
    Rainford
    Sunderland
    Rainford to Sunderland
  • Mon 29th Apr
    19:52
    10 hrs 34 mins 2 changes
    06:26
    Rainford
    Sunderland
    Rainford to Sunderland

About Rainford Station

Station name Rainford (RNF)
Address Rainford station, Junction Road, Rainford, Merseyside, WA11 8SJ
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office No

Other Facilities

Toilets Unavailable
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

About Sunderland Station

Station name Sunderland (SUN)
Address Sunderland station, Athenaeum Street, Sunderland, Tyne & Wear, SR1 3HP
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:15 - 18:00
Saturday 06:15 - 18:00
Sunday 08:00 - 17:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Unavailable
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Rainford and Sunderland

The travel time between Rainford and Sunderland by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 17 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 5 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Rainford and Sunderland vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 13 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 07:00, and the last train of the day leaves at 21:01.

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Amenities on trains between Rainford and Sunderland can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Rainford & Sunderland. owever, there are 13 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express, Grand Central are the main train operating companies running services between Rainford and Sunderland.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Rainford and Sunderland, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.