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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Swindon to Sunderland
Cheapest price
£160
Average price
£228
Fastest journey
5 h 31 m
Average duration
5 h 40 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
373 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Swindon to Sunderland is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Swindon to Sunderland will cost around £228 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £160.
Of the 4 trains that leave Swindon for Sunderland every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 373 km distance in an average of 5 h 40 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 31 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 53 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 coach, train and flight for Swindon to Sunderland
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Swindon to Sunderland among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £27. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £27, and a train costs an average of £118.
Distance: 373 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
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£158 Average Price | £36 Average Price Cheapest | £73 Average Price |
4h 53m Average total duration 4h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 20m Average total duration 8h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 5m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Swindon to Sunderland train times
The table below shows live departures for Swindon to Sunderland trains for today, Monday 22 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07:40 Swindon | 5h41 | 13:21 Sunderland | 0 changesdirect | |
| Tuesday 23 December | |||||
| 04:28 Swindon | 5h53 | 10:21 Sunderland | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Swindon to Sunderland
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Trains from Swindon to Sunderland run on average 4 times per day, taking around 4h 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £118 but you can travel from only £27 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:39, the last at 20:19. The fastest train covers the 373 km distance in 5h 17m.
Distance 373 km |
Average train duration 4h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price £118 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 5h 17m |
First train 05:39 |
Last train 20:19 |
Train companies: LNER from Swindon to Sunderland trainsLNER trains will get you between Swindon and Sunderland from £27. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Swindon to Sunderland train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Swindon 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 Swindon and Sunderland
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- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:30 Saturday 06:00 - 20:00 Sunday 08:00 - 20:30
- Type of shops available: WHSmith
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step Free Category A Station - This station has step free access to all platforms via subway and the lifts via the main entrance subway
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: Accessible low-level Pay Phone is available at the station main concourse. Please request staff assistance if you need to
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available. Please request staff assistance.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: Accessible toilets are located on Platform 1 and 4
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Platform 4
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Front of station, short stay car park and platforms 1 and 2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Drop off Station Approach / Pick Up Front of the station (Small Ops both drop/pick up on Station Approach)
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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