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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Sunderland is to bus which costs £20 - £65 and takes 8h 26m.

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 20m and costs £45 - £150.

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 Kingsway GD and arriving at Sunderland Interchange via Bus Station and Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 26m.

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 Birmingham New Street and Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 8m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Sunderland?

The distance between Cardiff and Sunderland is 327 miles. The road distance is 301.1 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 via Birmingham which takes 6h 8m and costs £100 - £310.

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

It takes approximately 6h 8m 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 FlixBus, depart from Kingsway GD station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Sunderland train from?

Cardiff to Sunderland train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Sunderland?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Sunderland is to train via Birmingham which takes 6h 8m and costs £100 - £310. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £20 - £65 and takes 8h 26m.

Where does the Cardiff to Sunderland bus arrive?

Cardiff to Sunderland bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Cardiff to Sunderland train arrive?

Cardiff to Sunderland train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Sunderland?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Sunderland is 301 miles. It takes approximately 5h 7m to drive from Cardiff to Sunderland.

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

Book your Cardiff to Sunderland train tickets online with Omio.

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

Book your Cardiff to Sunderland bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Sunderland?

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Cardiff to Sunderland - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Cardiff to Sunderland by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via Birmingham
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New StreetCardiff Central - Nottingham / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to NewcastleReading - Newcastle / ...
6h 8m
£106–305
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Bus Station
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Leeds City Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Sunderland Interchange
8h 26m
£21–62
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Manchester PiccadillyCardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Sunderland Interchange172
7h 39m
£62–116
Drive 299.4 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Sunderland299.4 mi
5h 7m
£76–109
Train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to DurhamCardiff Central - Edinburgh
6h 39m
£84–242
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Newcastle
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Newcastle (NCL)BRS - NCL
4h 20m
£47–147
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Newcastle
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London Paddington
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Newcastle (NCL)LHR - NCL
5h 23m
£99–347
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)BRS - EDI
3. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Newcastle
6h 15m
£64–222

Cardiff to Sunderland by train and subway

106Weekly Services

6h 8mAverage Duration

£106Cheapest Price

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Distance: 325 mi
Duration: 6h 8m

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

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Sunderland via Birmingham New Street, Newcastle, and Central Station in around 6h 8m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kingsway GD to Sunderland Interchange via Bus Station and Leeds City Bus Station in around 8h 26m.

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