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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Swansea to Sunderland
Cheapest price
£282
Average price
£282
Fastest journey
7 h 2 m
Average duration
7 h 2 m
Trains per day
1
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 £282 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £282.
Of the 1 trains that leave Swansea 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 trains cover the 403 km distance in an average of 7 h 2 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 2 m .
The slowest trains will take 7 h 2 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 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 £41. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 7h 38m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £41, and a train costs an average of £255.
Distance: 403 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
|---|---|
£255 Average Price | £41 Average Price Cheapest |
8h 8m Average total duration Fastest 7h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 27m Average total duration 9h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Swansea to Sunderland train times
The table below shows live departures for Swansea to Sunderland trains for tomorrow, Friday 9 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03:59 Swansea | 7h02 | 11:01 Sunderland | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Swansea to Sunderland
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Trains from Swansea to Sunderland run on average 4 times per day, taking around 7h 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £255 but you can travel from only £41 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:39, the last at 15:22. The fastest train covers the 403 km distance in 7h 38m.
Distance 403 km |
Average train duration 7h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price £255 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 7h 38m |
First train 05:39 |
Last train 15:22 |
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.
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Important Stations and Airports in Swansea and Sunderland
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- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:15 - 20:00 Saturday 06:15 - 20:00 Sunday 08:00 - 20:00 Tickets requiring reservations: Mon-Sat 0910-1845
- Car Park: Mariners Road (until 30 April 2019). Thereafter please use the top level of Ivy Street (High Street) multistorey car park.
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: On Platform 1
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait at the bus stops on High Street outside the station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:15 - 18:00 Saturday 06:15 - 18:00 Sunday 08:00 - 17:00
- Car Park: No
- 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
- 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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