What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Dudley?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Dudley is to rideshare which costs £8 and takes 2h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to Dudley?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Dudley is to drive which takes 1h 54m and costs £26 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Dudley?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Dudley. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Oakham Avenue via Lordswood Rd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 9m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Dudley?

The distance between Cardiff and Dudley is 112 miles. The road distance is 105.4 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff to Dudley without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Dudley without a car is to bus which takes 3h 9m and costs £20 - £40.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to Dudley?

It takes approximately 3h 9m to get from Cardiff to Dudley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Dudley bus from?

Cardiff to Dudley bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sophia Gardens station.

Where does the Cardiff to Dudley bus arrive?

Cardiff to Dudley bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Lordswood Rd station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Dudley?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Dudley is 105 miles. It takes approximately 1h 54m to drive from Cardiff to Dudley.

Where can I stay near Dudley?

There are 3323+ hotels available in Dudley.

Can I share a ride from Cardiff to Dudley?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Cardiff and Dudley. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Cardiff to Dudley - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 19 bus, and rideshare

There are 5 ways to get from Cardiff to Dudley by bus, train, rideshare, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Lordswood Rd111 / ...
3h 9m
£21–36
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Cardiff to Oldbury104.7 mi
2h 15m
£8
Train, line 19 bus
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to UniversityCardiff Central - Nottingham / ...
2. Take the bus from Queen Elizabeth Hospital to St Peter's Road19
3h 18m
£31–95
Bus via Newhall St
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Newhall StUk077 / ...
5h 2m
£11–27
Drive 104.8 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Dudley104.8 mi
1h 54m
£27–39

Cardiff to Dudley by bus

64Weekly Buses

3h 9mAverage Duration

£21Cheapest Price

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Distance: 111.1 mi
Duration: 3h 9m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Dudley, England?

National Express operates a bus from Sophia Gardens to Lordswood Rd every 3 hours. Tickets cost £18–35 and the journey takes 2h 35m.

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