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

The cheapest way to get from Dudley to Manchester is to line 126 bus and bus which costs £6 - £17 and takes 3h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dudley to Manchester is to drive which takes 1h 41m and costs £19 - £29.

Is there a direct bus between Dudley and Manchester?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Castle Gate Island and arriving at Manchester Central Coach Station station. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 10m.

How far is it from Dudley to Manchester?

The distance between Dudley and Manchester is 83 miles. The road distance is 79.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dudley to Manchester without a car is to bus which takes 2h 10m and costs £11 - £26.

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

The bus from Castle Gate Island to Manchester Central Coach Station takes 2h 10m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Dudley to Manchester bus from?

Dudley to Manchester bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Castle Gate Island station.

Where does the Dudley to Manchester bus arrive?

Dudley to Manchester bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Central Coach Station.

Can I drive from Dudley to Manchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Dudley to Manchester is 79 miles. It takes approximately 1h 41m to drive from Dudley to Manchester.

How do I get a bus ticket from Dudley to Manchester?

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Dudley to Manchester - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 126 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Dudley to Manchester by bus, train, 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 Castle Gate Island to Manchester Central Coach Station422 / ...
2h 10m
£11–26
Line 126 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from New Rowley Rd to Newhall StX8 / ...
2. Take the bus from Newhall St to Shudehill InterchangeUk076 / ...
3h 44m
£6–16
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Ednam Rd to Wolverhampton Bus StationX8 / ...
2. Take the train from Wolverhampton to Manchester PiccadillyBournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2h 10m
£22–113
Drive 78.9 mi
1. Drive from Dudley to Manchester78.9 mi
1h 41m
£20–29

Dudley to Manchester by bus

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2h 10mAverage Duration

£11Cheapest Price

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Distance: 82.6 mi
Duration: 2h 10m

What companies run services between Dudley, England and Manchester, England?

National Express operates a bus from Castle Gate Island to Manchester Central Coach Station once daily. Tickets cost £11–26 and the journey takes 2h 10m.

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