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Trains from Swansea (SWA) to Sunderland (SUN)

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17

train journeys
per day

250

miles (402 kms)

7hrs 6 mins

fastest journey

04:59 / 23:43

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

8

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Swansea (SWA) to Sunderland (SUN)

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On a typical weekday there are 17 scheduled rail journeys between Swansea and Sunderland , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 17 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Swansea to Sunderland is approximately 250 miles (402 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 8hrs 40 mins.

GWR, Northern Rail, London North Eastern Railway, Grand Central, CrossCountry, Lumo, Caledonian Sleeper, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Swansea and Sunderland.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Swansea to Sunderland. The fastest journey time on this route takes 7hrs 6 mins.

Journeys from Swansea to Sunderland Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    04:59
    7 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    12:01
    Swansea
    Sunderland
    Swansea to Sunderland
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:58
    7 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    13:01
    Swansea
    Sunderland
    Swansea to Sunderland
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:57
    7 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    14:01
    Swansea
    Sunderland
    Swansea to Sunderland
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:20
    7 hrs 17 mins 3 changes
    14:37
    Swansea
    Sunderland
    Swansea to Sunderland
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:43
    7 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    14:49
    Swansea
    Sunderland
    Swansea to Sunderland
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:23
    7 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    16:01
    Swansea
    Sunderland
    Swansea to Sunderland
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:23
    7 hrs 12 mins 3 changes
    16:35
    Swansea
    Sunderland
    Swansea to Sunderland
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:23
    7 hrs 26 mins 3 changes
    17:49
    Swansea
    Sunderland
    Swansea to Sunderland
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:23
    7 hrs 14 mins 3 changes
    18:37
    Swansea
    Sunderland
    Swansea to Sunderland
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:23
    7 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    20:05
    Swansea
    Sunderland
    Swansea to Sunderland
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:23
    7 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    21:05
    Swansea
    Sunderland
    Swansea to Sunderland
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:23
    7 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    22:05
    Swansea
    Sunderland
    Swansea to Sunderland
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:23
    7 hrs 29 mins 2 changes
    22:52
    Swansea
    Sunderland
    Swansea to Sunderland
  • Mon 29th Apr
    18:23
    12 hrs 3 mins 3 changes
    06:26
    Swansea
    Sunderland
    Swansea to Sunderland
  • Mon 29th Apr
    19:23
    12 hrs 37 mins 3 changes
    08:00
    Swansea
    Sunderland
    Swansea to Sunderland
  • Mon 29th Apr
    20:23
    13 hrs 38 mins 3 changes
    10:01
    Swansea
    Sunderland
    Swansea to Sunderland
  • Mon 29th Apr
    22:30
    13 hrs 34 mins 3 changes
    12:04
    Swansea
    Sunderland
    Swansea to Sunderland

About Swansea Station

Station name Swansea (SWA)
Address Swansea station, High Street, Swansea, City & County of Swansea, SA1 1NU
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:15 - 20:00
Saturday 06:15 - 20:00
Sunday 08:00 - 20:00
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 Unavailable
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 Swansea and Sunderland

The travel time between Swansea and Sunderland by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 8hrs 40 mins & the fastest journey takes 7hrs 6 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Swansea and Sunderland vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 17 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:59, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:43.

First class tickets on trains between Swansea and Sunderland typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Swansea 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 Swansea & Sunderland. owever, there are 17 possible journeys which require a change.

GWR, Northern Rail, London North Eastern Railway, Grand Central, CrossCountry, Lumo, Caledonian Sleeper, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Swansea and Sunderland.

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