Sunderland to Swansea train with Northern Trains Limited

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Compare train and coach for Sunderland to Swansea

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Sunderland to Swansea among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £36. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 7h 39m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £36, and a train costs an average of £104.

Distance: 403 km

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£200

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£40

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8h 9m

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7h 39m

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11h 28m

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10h 58m

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Sunderland to Swansea train times

The table below shows live departures for Sunderland to Swansea trains for today, Wednesday 24 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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CrossCountry8:56 Sunderland
7h34
16:30 Swansea0 changesdirect
CrossCountry10:55 Sunderland
7h46
18:41 Swansea0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Sunderland to Swansea

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Trains from Sunderland to Swansea run on average 5 times per day, taking around 7h 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £104 but you can travel from only £36 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 03:38, the last at 17:56. The fastest train covers the 403 km distance in 7h 30m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £36
Distance
403 km
Average train duration
7h 39m
Cheapest ticket price
£104
Trains per day
5
Fastest train
7h 30m
First train
3:38
Last train
17:56
Cheapest Month
Sept
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £36

Train companies: Northern Trains Limited from Sunderland to Swansea trainsNorthern Trains Limited trains will get you between Sunderland and Swansea from £36. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Northern Trains Limited

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
6h 32m
Cheapest Price
£368
Northern Trains Limited frequency
16 a day

FAQs: Sunderland to Swansea train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sunderland to Swansea by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Swansea, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Sunderland to Swansea can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £104, while the average price tends to be around £200.
The train journey from Sunderland to Swansea covers a distance of 403 km and takes approximately 7h 30m. Trains run 5 per day.
The train distance from Sunderland to Swansea is 403 km.
The first train from Sunderland to Swansea leaves at 3:38.
The last train from Sunderland to Swansea departs at 17:56.
Trains from Sunderland to Swansea run approximately 5 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Sunderland to Swansea.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Sunderland to Swansea.
To get from Sunderland to Swansea, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Sunderland to Swansea.
The train station in Sunderland that goes to Swansea is Sunderland station (SUN), and it arrives at Swansea station (SWA).
The cheapest way to get from Sunderland to Swansea is by coach, costing approximately £36.
Booking trains from Sunderland to Swansea in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Sunderland to Swansea offers varied scenery, transitioning from the urban landscapes of the North East through the rolling hills of Yorkshire and the Midlands, before reaching the picturesque Welsh countryside, making it a visually appealing trip.
A day trip from Sunderland to Swansea is not feasible as the journey duration is 7h 30m one way. Trains run 3 times per day.
To fully experience Swansea, including its beautiful beaches, cultural attractions like the National Waterfront Museum, and nearby natural landscapes such as the Gower Peninsula, spending 2 to 3 days is ideal.
Yes, you can take the train from Sunderland to Swansea.

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Important Stations and Airports in Sunderland and Swansea

Sunderland
Swansea
The major train station for departures in Sunderland is Sunderland. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Sunderland for your trip from Sunderland to Swansea.
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
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ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:15 - 18:00 Saturday 06:15 - 18:00 Sunday 08:00 - 17:00
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: Category A station, Lifts to all platforms for disabled passengers from the North end of the station. Open for all services
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible ticket machines note: Located on the North Concourse and accepts cash and cards
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Public transport options for Sunderland
  • Onward travel information: Busline 0871 200 2233
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off in Fawcett Street, near to the Travel Centre entrance in Athenaeum Street, outside Wilkinsons.
  • Metro: Tyne and Wear metro station close to the station. 0191 203 3333

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