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

The cheapest way to get from Sunderland to Llanelli is to bus via Leeds which costs £22 - £70 and takes 11h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sunderland to Llanelli is to drive which takes 6h 2m and costs £70 - £110.

Is there a direct bus between Sunderland and Llanelli?

No, there is no direct bus from Sunderland to Llanelli station. However, there are services departing from Sunderland Interchange and arriving at Llanelli Bus Station Stand 5 via Birmingham Coach Station and Swansea Bus Station Stand P. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Sunderland and Llanelli?

No, there is no direct train from Sunderland to Llanelli. However, there are services departing from Sunderland and arriving at Llanelli via Newcastle, Bristol Parkway and Swansea. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 20m.

How far is it from Sunderland to Llanelli?

The distance between Sunderland and Llanelli is 395 miles. The road distance is 305.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Sunderland to Llanelli without a car is to train which takes 8h 20m and costs £80 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 8h 20m to get from Sunderland to Llanelli, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sunderland to Llanelli bus from?

Sunderland to Llanelli bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sunderland Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Sunderland to Llanelli train from?

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

Train or bus from Sunderland to Llanelli?

The best way to get from Sunderland to Llanelli is to train which takes 8h 20m and costs £80 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £100 and takes 11h 28m.

Where does the Sunderland to Llanelli bus arrive?

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

Where does the Sunderland to Llanelli train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Sunderland to Llanelli?

Yes, the driving distance between Sunderland to Llanelli is 305 miles. It takes approximately 6h 2m to drive from Sunderland to Llanelli.

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

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Where can I stay near Llanelli?

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Sunderland to Llanelli - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 9 ways to get from Sunderland to Llanelli by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Bristol ParkwayEdinburgh - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to SwanseaLondon Paddington - Swansea / ...
8h 20m
£84–155
Bus via Leeds
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 Swansea Bus Station Stand B
11h 40m
£23–68
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sunderland Interchange to Birmingham Coach Station133
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Swansea Bus Station Stand B111 / ...
11h 28m
£40–98
Drive 303.7 mi
1. Drive from Sunderland to Llanelli303.7 mi
6h 2m
£74–107
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
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Llanelli
6h 34m
£47–164
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Sunderland to Middlesbrough
2. Take the train from Middlesbrough to Manchester Piccadilly
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Llanelli
9h 58m
£74–239
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 Swansea
7h 33m
£105–429
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
4. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Llanelli
8h 22m
£62–257
Fly Newcastle to Southampton Airport, train
1. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Southampton Airport (SOU)NCL - SOU
2. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to Reading
3. Take the train from Reading to Swansea
8h 7m
£148–472

Sunderland to Llanelli by train

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8h 20mAverage Duration

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Distance: 392.3 mi
Duration: 8h 20m

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

You can take a train from Sunderland to Llanelli via Newcastle, Bristol Parkway, and Swansea in around 8h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sunderland Interchange to Llanelli Bus Station Stand 5 via Birmingham Coach Station, Swansea Bus Station Stand B, and Swansea Bus Station Stand P in around 11h 28m.

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