What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Sunderland?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Sunderland is to bus via Leeds which costs £35 - £100 and takes 9h 40m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to Sunderland?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Sunderland is to train and fly which takes 4h 31m and costs £40 - £120.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Sunderland?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Sunderland. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Interchange via Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Sunderland?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Sunderland. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Sunderland via Bristol Parkway and Newcastle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 14m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Sunderland?

The distance between Cardiff and Sunderland is 348 miles. The road distance is 300.8 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff to Sunderland without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Sunderland without a car is to train which takes 7h 14m and costs £170 - £270.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to Sunderland?

It takes approximately 7h 14m to get from Cardiff to Sunderland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Sunderland bus from?

Cardiff to Sunderland bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sophia Gardens station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Sunderland train from?

Cardiff to Sunderland train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Sunderland?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Sunderland is to train which takes 7h 14m and costs £170 - £270. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £60 - £160 and takes 9h 35m.

Where does the Cardiff to Sunderland bus arrive?

Cardiff to Sunderland bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Cardiff to Sunderland train arrive?

Cardiff to Sunderland train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Bristol Parkway station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Sunderland?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Sunderland is 301 miles. It takes approximately 5h 12m to drive from Cardiff to Sunderland.

How do I get a train ticket from Cardiff to Sunderland?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Cardiff to Sunderland?

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Where can I stay near Sunderland?

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Cardiff to Sunderland - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 7 ways to get from Cardiff to Sunderland by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Parkwaytrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Newcastletrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
7h 14m
£177–265
Bus via Leeds
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Bus Stationbus 202 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Interchangebus 133 / ...
9h 40m
£37–100
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 111 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Interchangebus 133
9h 35m
£61–156
Drive 299.1 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Sunderlandcar 299.1 mi
5h 12m
£73–106
Train to Bristol Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Newcastle (NCL)plane BRS - NCL
4h 31m
£44–118
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Middlesbroughtrain
3. Take the train from Middlesbrough to Sunderlandtrain
8h 5m
£121–213
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London Paddingtontrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Newcastle (NCL)plane LHR - NCL
5h 24m
£120–396

Cardiff to Sunderland by train

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7h 14mAverage Duration

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Distance: 345.8 mi
Duration: 7h 14m

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. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Interchange via Birmingham Coach Station in around 9h 35m.

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