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Trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Sunderland (SUN)

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18

train journeys
per day

248

miles (400 kms)

6hrs 6 mins

fastest journey

05:54 / 00:41

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 2 changes)

5

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Sunderland (SUN)

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On a typical weekday there are 18 scheduled rail journeys between Cardiff Central and Sunderland , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 18 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Cardiff Central to Sunderland is approximately 248 miles (400 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 6hrs 36 mins.

London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, GWR, Northern Rail, Grand Central are the main train operating companies running services between Cardiff Central and Sunderland.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Cardiff Central to Sunderland. The fastest journey time on this route takes 6hrs 6 mins.

Journeys from Cardiff Central to Sunderland Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:54
    6 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    12:01
    Cardiff Central
    Sunderland
    Cardiff Central to Sunderland
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:53
    6 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    13:01
    Cardiff Central
    Sunderland
    Cardiff Central to Sunderland
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:55
    6 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    14:01
    Cardiff Central
    Sunderland
    Cardiff Central to Sunderland
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:37
    6 hrs 12 mins 2 changes
    14:49
    Cardiff Central
    Sunderland
    Cardiff Central to Sunderland
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:45
    6 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    15:01
    Cardiff Central
    Sunderland
    Cardiff Central to Sunderland
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:50
    6 hrs 11 mins 2 changes
    16:01
    Cardiff Central
    Sunderland
    Cardiff Central to Sunderland
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:18
    6 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    16:40
    Cardiff Central
    Sunderland
    Cardiff Central to Sunderland
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:45
    6 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    17:01
    Cardiff Central
    Sunderland
    Cardiff Central to Sunderland
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:18
    6 hrs 34 mins 2 changes
    17:52
    Cardiff Central
    Sunderland
    Cardiff Central to Sunderland
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:50
    6 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    18:00
    Cardiff Central
    Sunderland
    Cardiff Central to Sunderland
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:54
    6 hrs 11 mins 2 changes
    19:05
    Cardiff Central
    Sunderland
    Cardiff Central to Sunderland
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:52
    6 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    20:05
    Cardiff Central
    Sunderland
    Cardiff Central to Sunderland
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:54
    6 hrs 11 mins 2 changes
    21:05
    Cardiff Central
    Sunderland
    Cardiff Central to Sunderland
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:54
    6 hrs 11 mins 2 changes
    22:05
    Cardiff Central
    Sunderland
    Cardiff Central to Sunderland
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:18
    6 hrs 34 mins 2 changes
    22:52
    Cardiff Central
    Sunderland
    Cardiff Central to Sunderland
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:45
    6 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    23:07
    Cardiff Central
    Sunderland
    Cardiff Central to Sunderland
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:54
    6 hrs 28 mins 2 changes
    23:22
    Cardiff Central
    Sunderland
    Cardiff Central to Sunderland
  • Mon 1st Apr
    23:30
    12 hrs 31 mins 2 changes
    12:01
    Cardiff Central
    Sunderland
    Cardiff Central to Sunderland

About Cardiff Central Station

Station name Cardiff Central (CDF)
Address Cardiff Central Station, Central Square, Cardiff, Cardiff, CF10 1EP
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:40 - 21:30
Saturday 05:40 - 21:30
Sunday 07:30 - 21:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

About Sunderland Station

Station name Sunderland (SUN)
Address Sunderland station, Athenaeum Street, Sunderland, Tyne & Wear, SR1 3HP
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:15 - 18:00
Saturday 06:15 - 18:00
Sunday 08:00 - 17:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Unavailable
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Cardiff Central and Sunderland

The travel time between Cardiff Central and Sunderland by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 6hrs 36 mins & the fastest journey takes 6hrs 6 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Cardiff Central and Sunderland vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 18 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:54, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:41.

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Amenities on trains between Cardiff Central and Sunderland can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Cardiff Central & Sunderland. owever, there are 18 possible journeys which require a change.

London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, GWR, Northern Rail, Grand Central are the main train operating companies running services between Cardiff Central and Sunderland.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Cardiff Central and Sunderland, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.