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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Cardiff to Sunderland
Cheapest price
£40
Average price
£40
Fastest journey
10 h 20 m
Average duration
10 h 20 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
399 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Cardiff to Sunderland is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cardiff to Sunderland will cost around £40 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £40.
Of the 1 buses that leave Cardiff for Sunderland every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 399 km distance in an average of 10 h 20 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 10 h 20 m .
The slowest buses will take 10 h 20 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Cardiff to Sunderland
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Cardiff to Sunderland among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £24. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 44m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £24, and a train costs an average of £114.
Distance: 399 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£34 Average Price Cheapest | £232 Average Price |
9h 44m Average total duration 9h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 14m Average total duration Fastest 5h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Cardiff to Sunderland bus times
The table below shows live departures for Cardiff to Sunderland coaches for tomorrow, Friday 19 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11:25 Cardiff | 10h20 | 21:45 Sunderland | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Cardiff to Sunderland
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Buses from Cardiff to Sunderland run on average 5 times per day, taking around 9h 14m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £24 if you book in advance.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 02:20, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 399 km distance in 10h 15m.
Distance 399 km |
Average bus duration 9h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price £24 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 10h 15m |
First bus 02:20 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: Megabus, National Express, FlixBus from Cardiff to SunderlandYou can travel by bus between Cardiff to Sunderland with Megabus, National Express, FlixBus for as low as £24. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Cardiff to Sunderland coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff to Sunderland by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Sunderland, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Cardiff, University, which is located around 1.1 miles (1.8 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Sunderland, Interchange, located 0.9 miles (1.5 km) away from the city centre.
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