The average train between Sunderland and Llanelli takes 8h 50m and the fastest train takes 7h 28m. The train service runs several times per day from Sunderland to Llanelli. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 2 hours between Sunderland and Llanelli. The earliest departure is at 7:06 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Sunderland is at 11:14 PM which arrives into Llanelli at 2:00 PM. All services require a transfer at Newcastle and take an average of 8h 50m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Sunderland to Llanelli? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Sunderland to Llanelli. However, there are services departing from Sunderland station and arriving at Llanelli station via Bristol Parkway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 50m.
Sunderland to Llanelli train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Newcastle station.
Sunderland to Llanelli train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Swansea station.
Book your Sunderland to Llanelli train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Cross Country and 2 other operators.
The distance between Sunderland and Llanelli is 403.1 km. The road distance is 651 km.
You can take a train from Sunderland to Llanelli via Newcastle, Bristol Parkway, and Swansea in around 8h 47m.