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

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

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Oldbury is to drive which takes 1h 50m and costs £26 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Oldbury?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Oldbury. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Oldbury Interchange via Willow Avenue. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Oldbury?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Oldbury. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Sandwell & Dudley via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 18m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Oldbury?

The distance between Cardiff and Oldbury is 114 miles. The road distance is 105.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Oldbury without a car is to train which takes 2h 18m and costs £30 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 2h 18m to get from Cardiff to Oldbury, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Oldbury bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Oldbury train from?

Cardiff to Oldbury train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Oldbury?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Oldbury is to train which takes 2h 18m and costs £30 - £100. Alternatively, you can bus via Lordswood Rd, which costs £22 - £35 and takes 3h 10m.

Where does the Cardiff to Oldbury bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cardiff to Oldbury train arrive?

Cardiff to Oldbury train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Oldbury?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Oldbury is 106 miles. It takes approximately 1h 50m to drive from Cardiff to Oldbury.

How do I get a train ticket from Cardiff to Oldbury?

Book your Cardiff to Oldbury train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Oldbury?

There are 3289+ hotels available in Oldbury.

Can I share a ride from Cardiff to Oldbury?

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

Cardiff to Oldbury - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Cardiff to Oldbury 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 StreetCardiff Central - Nottingham / ...
2h 18m
£31–97
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Cardiff to Oldbury104.7 mi
2h 15m
£8
Bus via Lordswood Rd
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Lordswood Rd111 / ...
3h 10m
£23–31
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Newhall StUk077 / ...
4h 24m
£11–31
Drive 104.9 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Oldbury104.9 mi
1h 50m
£27–38

Cardiff to Oldbury by train

106Weekly Trains

2h 18mAverage Duration

£31Cheapest Price

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Distance: 112.9 mi
Duration: 2h 18m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Oldbury, Sandwell, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Street hourly. Tickets cost £29–95 and the journey takes 2h. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Sophia Gardens to Lordswood Rd every 4 hours. Tickets cost £20–29 and the journey takes 2h 35m.

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