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 55m 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 Park Place and arriving at Oakham Avenue via Lordswood Rd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 1m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Dudley?

The distance between Cardiff and Dudley is 114 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 train which takes 2h 29m and costs £55 - £85.

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

It takes approximately 2h 29m 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 Park Place station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Dudley?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Dudley is to train which takes 2h 29m and costs £55 - £85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £21 - £50 and takes 3h 1m.

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 55m to drive from Cardiff to Dudley.

Where can I stay near Dudley?

There are 551+ 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 - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Cardiff to Dudley by train, bus, 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.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Streettrain Cardiff Central - Nottingham / ...
2h 29m
£60–85
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Cardiff to Oldburyrideshare 104.7 mi
2h 15m
£8
Bus
1. Take the bus from Park Place to Lordswood Rdbus 111
3h 1m
£22–50
Drive 104.8 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Dudleycar 104.8 mi
1h 55m
£27–38

Cardiff to Dudley by train and bus

98Weekly Services

2h 29mAverage Duration

£60Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Cardiff to Dudley.

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Distance: 113.5 mi
Duration: 2h 29m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Street hourly. Tickets cost £55–80 and the journey takes 2h. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Park Place to Lordswood Rd twice daily. Tickets cost £19–50 and the journey takes 2h 25m.

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