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

The cheapest way to get from Wales to Sunderland is to bus and fly which costs £30 - £100 and takes 4h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Wales to Sunderland is to bus and fly which takes 4h 4m and costs £30 - £100.

Is there a direct train between Wales and Sunderland?

No, there is no direct train from Wales to Sunderland. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Sunderland via Paddington, King's Cross and Newcastle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 48m.

How far is it from Wales to Sunderland?

The distance between Wales and Sunderland is 428 miles. The road distance is 300.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Wales to Sunderland without a car is to train via London which takes 5h 48m and costs £160 - £270.

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

It takes approximately 5h 48m to get from Wales to Sunderland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wales to Sunderland train from?

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

Where does the Wales to Sunderland train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Wales to Sunderland?

Yes, the driving distance between Wales to Sunderland is 301 miles. It takes approximately 5h 12m to drive from Wales to Sunderland.

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

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Where can I stay near Sunderland?

There are 1956+ hotels available in Sunderland.

Wales to Sunderland - 6 ways to travel via train, car, bus, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Wales to Sunderland by train, car, bus, or plane

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London Paddingtontrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Newcastletrain London Kings Cross - Edinburgh / ...
5h 48m
£161–265
Bus to Bristol Airport, fly
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kingsway K14 to Public Transport Interchangebus
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Newcastle (NCL)plane BRS - NCL
4h 4m
£33–100
Drive 299.1 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Sunderlandcar 299.1 mi
5h 12m
£73–105
Train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Newcastletrain Cardiff Central - Edinburgh / ...
6h 25m
£178–248
Train #2
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Middlesbroughtrain
3. Take the train from Middlesbrough to Sunderlandtrain
8h 5m
£121–211
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to London Paddingtontrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Newcastle (NCL)plane LHR - NCL
5h 11m
£116–379

Wales to Sunderland by train and subway

191Weekly Services

5h 48mAverage Duration

£161Cheapest Price

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Distance: 426 mi
Duration: 5h 48m

What companies run services between Wales and Sunderland, England?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Sunderland via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, King's Cross, and Newcastle in around 5h 48m.

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