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

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Dudley is to bus via Newhall St which costs £6 - £20 and takes 3h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Dudley is to train which takes 1h 38m and costs £22 - £120.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Dudley?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Manchester Central Coach Station station and arriving at Castle Gate Island. Services depart twice a week, and operate Wednesday. The journey takes approximately 2h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Dudley?

No, there is no direct train from Manchester to Dudley. However, there are services departing from Manchester Piccadilly and arriving at Tipton via Wolverhampton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 38m.

How far is it from Manchester to Dudley?

The distance between Manchester and Dudley is 74 miles. The road distance is 79.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Manchester to Dudley without a car is to train which takes 1h 38m and costs £22 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 1h 38m to get from Manchester to Dudley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Dudley bus from?

Manchester to Dudley bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Dudley train from?

Manchester to Dudley train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.

Train or bus from Manchester to Dudley?

The best way to get from Manchester to Dudley is to train which takes 1h 38m and costs £22 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £12 - £20 and takes 2h 15m.

Where does the Manchester to Dudley bus arrive?

Manchester to Dudley bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Castle Gate Island station.

Where does the Manchester to Dudley train arrive?

Manchester to Dudley train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Wolverhampton station.

Can I drive from Manchester to Dudley?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Dudley is 80 miles. It takes approximately 1h 41m to drive from Manchester to Dudley.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Dudley?

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Manchester to Dudley - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 12 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to WolverhamptonManchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
1h 38m
£22–112
Bus via Newhall St
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Newhall StUk076 / ...
2. Take the bus from Newhall St to Oakham AvenueX8
3h 16m
£7–19
Bus
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Castle Gate Island829
2h 15m
£12–20
Drive 79.4 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Dudley79.4 mi
1h 41m
£20–28
Bus, line 12 bus
1. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Birmingham - Great Charles Street QueenswayUk076 / ...
2. Take the bus from Newhall St to Blackacre RoadX8 / ...
3h 29m
£7–19

Manchester to Dudley by train

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1h 38mAverage Duration

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Distance: 73.3 mi
Duration: 1h 38m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Wolverhampton hourly. Tickets cost £19–75 and the journey takes 1h 9m. Avanti West Coast also services this route twice daily. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Castle Gate Island twice a week. Tickets cost £12–20 and the journey takes 2h 15m.

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