Sunderland to Cardiff bus with Megabus

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The cheapest and fastest buses from Sunderland to Cardiff

Showing times and prices for Jul 14

Cheapest price

$45

Average price

$50

Fastest journey

10 h 15 m

Average duration

12 h 43 m

Buses per day

3

Distance

399 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Sunderland to Cardiff is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Sunderland to Cardiff will cost around $50 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $45.

Fast buses

Of the 3 buses that leave Sunderland for Cardiff on Mon, Jul 14, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Mon, Jul 14 the direct buses cover the 399 km distance in an average of 12 h 43 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 10 h 15 m .

On Mon, Jul 14 the slowest buses will take 15 h 20 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.

Megabus
06:45AM10h15
Sunderland
05:00PMCardiff
$451One-way
0 transfers
FlixBus
11:55PM15h20
Sunderland
03:15PMCardiff
$491One-way
0 transfers
FlixBus
12:30PM12h35
Sunderland
01:05AMCardiff
$561One-way
0 transfers

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Compare bus and train for Sunderland to Cardiff

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Sunderland to Cardiff among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €28. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 50m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €28, and a train costs an average of €85.

Distance: 247 miles (399 km)

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€40

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Cheapest

€215

Average price

10h 16m

Average total duration

9h 46m

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30m

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6h 20m

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5h 50m

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Sunderland to Cardiff

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Buses from Sunderland to Cardiff run on average 5 times per day, taking around 9h 46m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $35 (€28) if you book in advance.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
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Distance
247 miles (399 km)
Average bus duration
9h 46m
Cheapest ticket price
$35 (€28)
Buses per day
5
Direct buses
2
Fastest bus
10h 20m
First bus
02:20
Last bus
23:55
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Bus companies: Megabus, National Express and FlixBus from Sunderland to Cardiff

You can travel by bus between Sunderland and Cardiff with Megabus, National Express and FlixBus for as low as $13 (€10). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best route.

National Express is the leading bus company for routes throughout the United Kingdom, operating over 550 buses a day and serving over 900 destinations across the country. National Express even offers routes to and from major UK airports like Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton and Bristol 24 hours a day at affordable prices for the budget traveler in mind. All National Express buses are air-conditioned and provide free WiFi and onboard entertainment. Most buses are equipped with seat belts and power outlets in each seat, so you can charge your phone or laptop during a long journey. You can select between three ticket types for the Sunderland - Cardiff bus: Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare. Refundable tickets provide more flexibility than other ticket options, meaning you can cancel or change your ticket easily, should you need to.

Sunderland to Cardiff bus information with National Express:

  • Average Duration: 11 h 30 min
  • Cheapest Price: $38

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The major bus station for departures in Sunderland is Sunderland, Interchange. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Sunderland, Interchange for your trip from Sunderland to Cardiff.
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The major bus station for arrivals in Cardiff is Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens). Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) for your trip to Cardiff from Sunderland.
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