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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Swansea to Sunderland
Cheapest price
£382
Average price
£382
Fastest journey
6 h 30 m
Average duration
7 h 3 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
403 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Swansea to Sunderland is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Swansea to Sunderland will cost around £382 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £382.
To travel from Swansea to Sunderland you need to make at least 3 changes.
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5:296h30Swansea11:59Sunderland£3821One-way3 changes- 5:577h26Swansea13:23Sunderland£3821One-way3 changes
- 6:547h05Swansea13:59Sunderland£3821One-way3 changes
- 7:447h39Swansea15:23Sunderland£3821One-way3 changes
- 9:226h37Swansea15:59Sunderland£3821One-way3 changes
- 5:296h30Swansea11:59Sunderland£3821One-way3 changes
- 9:226h37Swansea15:59Sunderland£3821One-way3 changes
- 6:547h05Swansea13:59Sunderland£3821One-way3 changes
- 5:577h26Swansea13:23Sunderland£3821One-way3 changes
- 7:447h39Swansea15:23Sunderland£3821One-way3 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Swansea to Sunderland
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Swansea to Sunderland among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £39. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 8h 12m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £39, and a train costs an average of £180.
Distance: 403 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
|---|---|
£239 Average Price | £39 Average Price Cheapest |
8h 42m Average total duration Fastest 8h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 58m Average total duration 9h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Swansea to Sunderland train times
The table below shows live departures for Swansea to Sunderland trains for today, Wednesday 8 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 11:27 Swansea | 7h54 | 19:21 Sunderland | 4 changes | |
| 13:22 Swansea | 6h42 | 20:04 Sunderland | 3 changes | |
| 13:27 Swansea | 7h37 | 21:04 Sunderland | 4 changes | |
| 14:22 Swansea | 7h42 | 22:04 Sunderland | 3 changes | |
| 15:22 Swansea | 7h45 | 23:07 Sunderland | 3 changes | |
| 15:27 Swansea | 7h40 | 23:07 Sunderland | 4 changes | |
| 20:23 Swansea | 13h37 | 10:00 Sunderland | 3 changes | |
| Thursday 9 July | |||||
| 5:29 Swansea | 6h30 | 11:59 Sunderland | 3 changes | |
| 5:57 Swansea | 7h26 | 13:23 Sunderland | 3 changes | |
| 6:54 Swansea | 7h05 | 13:59 Sunderland | 3 changes | |
| 7:44 Swansea | 7h39 | 15:23 Sunderland | 3 changes | |
| 9:22 Swansea | 6h37 | 15:59 Sunderland | 3 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Swansea to Sunderland
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Swansea to Sunderland run on average 5 times per day, taking around 8h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £180 but you can travel from only £39 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:50, the last at 17:56. The fastest train covers the 403 km distance in 7h 57m.
Distance 403 km |
Average train duration 8h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price £180 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 7h 57m |
First train 5:50 |
Last train 17:56 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Train companies: Great Western Railway (GWR), Transport for Wales from Swansea to Sunderland trainsGreat Western Railway (GWR), Transport for Wales trains will get you between Swansea and Sunderland from £39. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Transport for Wales
FAQs: Swansea to Sunderland train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Swansea to Sunderland 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 Sunderland, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Swansea and Sunderland
Most Swansea to Sunderland trains use the Swansea to Sunderland station pair. Use this guide to compare Swansea and Sunderland train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Swansea station do trains to Sunderland leave from?
Getting to Swansea from Swansea city centre
Swansea train station facilities and services
Swansea has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Swansea.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Swansea.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Swansea.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Swansea: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Swansea: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Swansea: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A. Step free access to all platforms, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible public telephones: on concourse, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Sunderland station do trains from Swansea arrive at?
Getting to Sunderland from Sunderland city centre
Sunderland train station facilities and services
Sunderland has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Sunderland.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Sunderland.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Sunderland: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Sunderland: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Sunderland: 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.
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