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

The cheapest way to get from Sunderland to Cardiff is to bus which costs £19 - £80 and takes 8h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sunderland to Cardiff is to fly and train which takes 4h 39m and costs £40 - £130.

Is there a direct bus between Sunderland and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Sunderland to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Sunderland Interchange and arriving at Kingsway GD via Leeds City Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Sunderland and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Sunderland to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Sunderland and arriving at Cardiff Central via Newcastle and Bristol Parkway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 52m.

How far is it from Sunderland to Cardiff?

The distance between Sunderland and Cardiff is 338 miles. The road distance is 300.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Sunderland to Cardiff without a car is to train via Bristol which takes 6h 52m and costs £55 - £550.

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

It takes approximately 6h 52m to get from Sunderland to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sunderland to Cardiff bus from?

Sunderland to Cardiff bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Sunderland Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Sunderland to Cardiff train from?

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

Train or bus from Sunderland to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Sunderland to Cardiff is to train via Bristol which takes 6h 52m and costs £55 - £550. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £19 - £80 and takes 8h 11m.

Where does the Sunderland to Cardiff bus arrive?

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

Where does the Sunderland to Cardiff train arrive?

Sunderland to Cardiff train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Bristol Parkway station.

Can I drive from Sunderland to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Sunderland to Cardiff is 300 miles. It takes approximately 5h 9m to drive from Sunderland to Cardiff.

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

Book your Sunderland to Cardiff train tickets online with Omio.

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

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

Where can I stay near Cardiff?

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

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train via Bristol
best
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Bristol ParkwayEdinburgh - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Cardiff CentralLondon Paddington - Swansea / ...
6h 52m
£55–521
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sunderland Interchange to Leeds City Bus Station
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Kingsway GD
8h 11m
£20–80
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Sunderland Interchange to Manchester Central Coach Station172
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff CentralManchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
7h 30m
£64–121
Drive 298.3 mi
1. Drive from Sunderland to Cardiff298.3 mi
5h 9m
£75–108
Fly Newcastle to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Bristol Airport (BRS)NCL - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central
4h 39m
£41–123
Train
1. Take the train from Durham to Cardiff CentralEdinburgh - Cardiff Central
7h 12m
£82–482
Fly Newcastle to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)NCL - LHR
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Cardiff Central
5h 45m
£98–391
Train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Edinburgh Waverley
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Bristol Airport (BRS)EDI - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central
6h 36m
£55–217

Sunderland to Cardiff by subway and train

97Weekly Services

6h 52mAverage Duration

£55Cheapest Price

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Distance: 335.9 mi
Duration: 6h 52m

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

You can take a subway from Sunderland to Cardiff Central via Central Station, Newcastle, and Bristol Parkway in around 6h 52m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sunderland Interchange to Kingsway GD via Leeds City Bus Station and Bus Station in around 8h 11m.

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