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 £25 - £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 Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 57m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Dudley?

The distance between Cardiff and Dudley is 115 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 44m and costs £55 - £85.

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

It takes approximately 2h 44m 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.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Dudley?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Dudley is to train which takes 2h 44m and costs £55 - £85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £21 - £50 and takes 2h 57m.

Where does the Cardiff to Dudley bus arrive?

Cardiff to Dudley bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Lordswood Road 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 3325+ 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, rideshare, and line 19 bus

There are 5 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 Universitytrain Cardiff Central - Nottingham / ...
2h 44m
£60–83
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Cardiff to Oldburyrideshare 104.7 mi
2h 15m
£8
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Lordswood Roadbus 111 / ...
2h 57m
£21–49
Train, line 19 bus
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Herefordtrain
2. Take the train from Hereford to Universitytrain
3. Take the bus from Queen Elizabeth Hospital to St Peter's Roadbus 19
4h 38m
Drive 104.8 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Dudleycar 104.8 mi
1h 55m
£26–38

Cardiff to Dudley by train and bus

97Weekly Services

2h 44mAverage Duration

£60Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Cardiff to Dudley.

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Distance: 114.1 mi
Duration: 2h 44m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Cardiff Central to University hourly. Tickets cost £55–80 and the journey takes 1h 53m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Sophia Gardens to Lordswood Road every 4 hours. Tickets cost £19–50 and the journey takes 2h 25m.

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