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Trains from Sunderland (SUN) to Swansea (SWA)

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18

train journeys
per day

250

miles (402 kms)

7hrs 21 mins

fastest journey

05:39 / 22:50

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

7

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Sunderland (SUN) to Swansea (SWA)

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

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

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

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Sunderland to Swansea. The fastest journey time on this route takes 7hrs 21 mins.

Journeys from Sunderland to Swansea Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:39
    7 hrs 53 mins 2 changes
    13:32
    Sunderland
    Swansea
    Sunderland to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:08
    7 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    14:29
    Sunderland
    Swansea
    Sunderland to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:56
    7 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    15:31
    Sunderland
    Swansea
    Sunderland to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:09
    7 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    16:30
    Sunderland
    Swansea
    Sunderland to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:17
    7 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    17:30
    Sunderland
    Swansea
    Sunderland to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:07
    7 hrs 26 mins 2 changes
    18:33
    Sunderland
    Swansea
    Sunderland to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:32
    7 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    19:22
    Sunderland
    Swansea
    Sunderland to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:32
    7 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    20:18
    Sunderland
    Swansea
    Sunderland to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:07
    7 hrs 25 mins 3 changes
    20:32
    Sunderland
    Swansea
    Sunderland to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:32
    8 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    21:34
    Sunderland
    Swansea
    Sunderland to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:31
    7 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    22:17
    Sunderland
    Swansea
    Sunderland to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:09
    7 hrs 24 mins 3 changes
    22:33
    Sunderland
    Swansea
    Sunderland to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:30
    8 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    23:43
    Sunderland
    Swansea
    Sunderland to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    17:07
    7 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    00:44
    Sunderland
    Swansea
    Sunderland to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    17:30
    8 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    02:29
    Sunderland
    Swansea
    Sunderland to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    19:08
    13 hrs 42 mins 3 changes
    08:50
    Sunderland
    Swansea
    Sunderland to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    20:29
    12 hrs 30 mins 3 changes
    08:59
    Sunderland
    Swansea
    Sunderland to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    22:29
    14 hrs 1 min 3 changes
    12:30
    Sunderland
    Swansea
    Sunderland to Swansea

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

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Sunderland and Swansea

The travel time between Sunderland and Swansea 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 21 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Sunderland and Swansea 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 05:39, and the last train of the day leaves at 22:50.

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

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

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

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