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

The cheapest way to get from Swindon to Sunderland is to bus via Birmingham which costs £40 - £85 and takes 10h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swindon to Sunderland is to train and fly which takes 4h 12m and costs £60 - £150.

Is there a direct bus between Swindon and Sunderland?

No, there is no direct bus from Swindon to Sunderland. However, there are services departing from Regent Circus and arriving at Sunderland Interchange via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Swindon and Sunderland?

No, there is no direct train from Swindon to Sunderland. However, there are services departing from Swindon and arriving at Sunderland via Paddington, King's Cross and Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 41m.

How far is it from Swindon to Sunderland?

The distance between Swindon and Sunderland is 361 miles. The road distance is 265.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swindon to Sunderland without a car is to train via London which takes 4h 41m and costs £80 - £270.

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

It takes approximately 4h 41m to get from Swindon to Sunderland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swindon to Sunderland bus from?

Swindon to Sunderland bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Regent Circus station.

Where do I catch the Swindon to Sunderland train from?

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

Train or bus from Swindon to Sunderland?

The best way to get from Swindon to Sunderland is to train via London which takes 4h 41m and costs £80 - £270. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £110 and takes 8h 39m.

Where does the Swindon to Sunderland bus arrive?

Swindon to Sunderland bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Swindon to Sunderland train arrive?

Swindon to Sunderland train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Swindon to Sunderland?

Yes, the driving distance between Swindon to Sunderland is 265 miles. It takes approximately 4h 40m to drive from Swindon to Sunderland.

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

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

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

Where can I stay near Sunderland?

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

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

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Swindon to London PaddingtonBristol Temple Meads - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to NewcastleLondon Kings Cross - Edinburgh / ...
4h 41m
£80–263
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Regent Circus to Heathrow Central Bus StationUk044 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Sunderland InterchangeUkn10
8h 39m
£35–101
Drive 263.6 mi
1. Drive from Swindon to Sunderland263.6 mi
4h 40m
£66–96
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Newcastle
1. Take the train from Swindon to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Newcastle (NCL)BRS - NCL
4h 12m
£61–144
Train
1. Take the train from Swindon to Cheltenham SpaLondon Paddington - Cheltenham Spa / ...
2. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to DurhamPlymouth - Edinburgh / ...
7h 11m
£91–418
Bus via Birmingham
1. Take the bus from Arle Court Transport Hub to Birmingham Coach Station100 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Sunderland Interchange133
10h 56m
£42–84
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Newcastle
1. Take the train from Swindon to London Paddington
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Newcastle (NCL)LHR - NCL
4h 31m
£93–387
Train, train to Southampton Airport, fly to Newcastle
1. Take the train from Swindon to Reading
2. Take the train from Reading to Southampton Airport Parkway
3. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Newcastle (NCL)SOU - NCL
5h 9m
£127–296
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Take the train from Swindon 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
£74–229

Swindon to Sunderland by bus

128Weekly Buses

8h 39mAverage Duration

£35Cheapest Price

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Distance: 358.6 mi
Duration: 4h 41m

What companies run services between Swindon, England and Sunderland, England?

You can take a train from Swindon to Sunderland via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, King's Cross, Newcastle, and Central Station in around 4h 41m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Regent Circus to Sunderland Interchange via Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 8h 39m.

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