What is the distance between Sunderland and Cardiff?

The distance separating Sunderland and Cardiff is 248 miles (400 km).

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Sunderland to Cardiff?

If you're headed to Cardiff from Sunderland, chances are that your bus will leave from Sunderland Interchange (Park Lane) Bus Stop and arrive at Sophia Gardens. These are the most popular pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you could find others that could be a better fit for your travel plans.

What are the best sights and things to do in Cardiff?

Once in Cardiff, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are St Fagans National Museum of History, Principality Stadium, Cardiff Bay, Senedd - National Assembly Building and Cardiff Castle.

Bus Sunderland to Cardiff from $42 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Sunderland to Cardiff on November 11
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	6:45am	Sunderland Interchange (Park Lane) Bus Stop	10h 20m	5:05pm	Kingsway GD	No tags
Bus	6:45am	Sunderland Interchange (Park Lane) Bus Stop	10h 15m	5:00pm	Cardiff University (opp Cathays Rail Stn)	No tags
Bus	11:55pm	Sunderland Interchange (Park Lane) Bus Stop	15h 45m	3:40pm	Lloyd George Avenue	No tags
Bus	12:45pm	Sunderland Interchange (Park Lane) Bus Stop	12h 20m	1:05am	Lloyd George Avenue	No tags
Bus	3:25pm	Sunderland Interchange (Park Lane) Bus Stop	12h 40m	4:05am	Kingsway GD	No tags

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We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Cardiff. The journey takes about 12 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $64, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

12h 20mAverage Duration

248 milesDistance

10kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$64 - $117	Average Duration12h 20m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$36 - $36	Average Duration5h 50m	CO₂ emissions 17kg CO₂e

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FlixBus

3.5/511,278 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

Megabus UK

3.5/54,267 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi2.6

Based on 4267 reviews, the company was rated 3.6 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the wifi. Megabus UK ticket prices on this trip start at $73

Megabus Sunderland Cardiff recent customer reviews

It said I will arrive at 11 but I arrive at 3pm .

Hashem F.

May 25, 2024

It was a smooth journey with Megabus.

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July 21, 2023

Excellent and unique

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November 13, 2022

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Where are the popular stops in Sunderland and Cardiff?

Stops in Sunderland

A - Sunderland Interchange (Park Lane) Bus Stop

Stops in Cardiff

A - Sophia Gardens

B - Cardiff University (o/s Cathays Rail Stn)

C - Cardiff Coach Station - Sophia Gardens

D - Cardiff - Castle Street Bus Stop

E - National Museum

F - Cardiff Bus Stop - Westgate

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Sunderland to Cardiff by bus

What is the distance between Sunderland and Cardiff?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Sunderland to Cardiff?
What are the best sights and things to do in Cardiff?