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Trip Overview

The average train between Sunderland and Cardiff takes 7h 1m and the fastest train takes 5h 58m. The train service runs several times per day from Sunderland to Cardiff. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

7h 1m
Duration
348 mi
Distance
£181
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Sunderland to Cardiff train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Sunderland and Cardiff. The earliest departure is at 7:06 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Sunderland is at 11:14 PM which arrives into Cardiff at 12:10 PM. All services require a transfer at Newcastle and take an average of 7h 1m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, November 9, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)6h 9m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)6h 11m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)6h 1m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)6h 10m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)6h 9m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)6h 11m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)6h 1m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)6h 10m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)6h 9m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)6h 11m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)6h 1m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)6h 10m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)6h 9m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)6h 11m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)6h 1m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)6h 10m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)6h 9m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)6h 11m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)6h 1m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)6h 10m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)6h 27m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)6h 20m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)6h 28m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)6h 40m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)5h 58m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)6h 27m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)6h 20m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)6h 21m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Sunderland to Cardiff? 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 Cardiff.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 347.7 mi
  • Duration: 7h 1m

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

You can take a train from Sunderland to Cardiff Central via Newcastle and Bristol Parkway in around 6h 55m.

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