The average train between Sunderland and Wales takes 5h 56m and the fastest train takes 4h 30m. The train service runs several times per day from Sunderland to Wales. 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 3 hours between Sunderland and Wales. The earliest departure is at 6:27 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Sunderland is at 10:08 PM which arrives into Wales at 9:56 AM. All services require a transfer at Central Station and take an average of 5h 56m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Sunderland to Wales? 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 Wales. However, there are services departing from Sunderland station and arriving at Wales station via Sheffield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 56m.
Sunderland to Wales train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Newcastle station.
Sunderland to Wales train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Sheffield station.
Book your Sunderland to Wales train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited and TransPennine Express.
The distance between Sunderland and Wales is 173.9 km. The road distance is 245 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Newcastle to Sheffield hourly. Tickets cost £70–100 and the journey takes 1h 47m.