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Cardiff to Sunderland trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Cardiff and Sunderland takes 6h 36m and the fastest train takes 5h 32m. There is a train service every few hours from Cardiff 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.

6h 36m
Duration
426 mi
Distance
£197
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train via London

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5h 47m
£162–273

Cardiff to Sunderland train times

Trains run hourly between Cardiff and Sunderland. The earliest departure is at 5:07 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cardiff is at 9:20 PM which arrives into Sunderland at 9:24 AM. All services require a transfer at London Paddington and take an average of 6h 36m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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  • Distance: 426 mi
  • Duration: 6h 36m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Sunderland, England?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Sunderland via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, King's Cross, and Newcastle in around 5h 47m.

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