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

The cheapest way to get from Sunderland to Cardiff is to bus via Leeds which costs £35 - £70 and takes 9h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sunderland to Cardiff is to drive which takes 5h 12m and costs £70 - £110.

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 Interchange and arriving at Sophia Gardens via Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 45m.

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 58m.

How far is it from Sunderland to Cardiff?

The distance between Sunderland and Cardiff is 334 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 which takes 6h 58m and costs £140 - £240.

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

It takes approximately 3h 41m 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 National Express, depart from 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 which takes 6h 58m and costs £140 - £240. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £50 - £95 and takes 9h 45m.

Where does the Sunderland to Cardiff bus arrive?

Sunderland to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach 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 12m to drive from Sunderland to Cardiff.

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

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Where can I stay near Cardiff?

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

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

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Bus to Newcastle, fly to Bristol Airport, train
best
1. Take the bus from Fawcett Street to Newcastle Airport Terminalbus
2. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane NCL - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
3h 41m
Bus via Leeds
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Interchange to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus 133 / ...
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Bristol Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Cardiff North Roadbus
9h 48m
£39–67
Train
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Bristol Parkwaytrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Cardiff Centraltrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
6h 58m
£145–232
Bus
1. Take the bus from Interchange to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 133
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Sophia Gardensbus 111 / ...
9h 45m
£54–95
Drive 298.3 mi
1. Drive from Sunderland to Cardiffcar 298.3 mi
5h 12m
£74–107
Bus to Newcastle, fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Fawcett Street to Newcastle Airport Terminalbus
2. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane NCL - LHR
3. Take the train from London Paddington to Cardiff Centraltrain
4h 55m
Train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane EDI - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
6h 22m
£87–243
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Sunderland to Thornabytrain
2. Take the train from Thornaby to Manchester Piccadillytrain
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Centraltrain
8h 1m
£95–163

Sunderland to Cardiff by train

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Distance: 332.1 mi
Duration: 3h 41m

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

You can take a train from Sunderland to Cardiff Central via Newcastle and Bristol Parkway in around 6h 58m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Interchange to Sophia Gardens via Birmingham Coach Station in around 9h 45m.

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