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Cardiff to Sunderland trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Cardiff and Sunderland takes 6h 40m and the fastest train takes 6h 10m. The train service runs several times per day 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 40m
Duration
346 mi
Distance
£224
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Train

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  1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Parkwaytrain train Swansea - London Paddington / ...
  2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Newcastletrain train Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
7h 14m
£177–267

Cardiff to Sunderland train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Cardiff and Sunderland. The earliest departure is at 5:14 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cardiff is at 9:18 PM which arrives into Sunderland at 3:06 PM. All services require a transfer at Bristol Parkway and take an average of 6h 40m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Frequently asked questions

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  • Distance: 345.8 mi
  • Duration: 6h 40m

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

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Sunderland via Bristol Parkway and Newcastle in around 7h 14m.

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