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Black Country Living Museum
Large open-air museum of Black Country life with historic buildings, shops, and costumed interpretation. One of the region's top attractions.
Cheapest price
$75
Average price
$84
Fastest journey
1 h 31 m
Average duration
1 h 31 m
Trains per day
18
Distance
110 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to Dudley is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Dudley will cost around $84 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $75.
It's difficult to get from Manchester to Dudley without transferring at least once.
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Y80963
G01022+
Y80973
G01018+
Y80968
G01024+
Y80978
C16932 · Y80965+
G38874
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Y80963
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Y80958
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Y80953
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Y80973
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Y80968Trains from Manchester to Dudley run on average 17 times per day, taking around 1h 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $25 but you can travel from only $13 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:48, the last at 23:00. The fastest train covers the 68 miles (110 km) distance in 1h 31m.
Distance 68 miles (110 km) |
Average train duration 1h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price $25 |
Trains per day 17 |
Fastest train 1h 31m |
First train 4:48 AM |
Last train 11:00 PM |
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High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 35 days |
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Dudley trains for today, Wednesday, August 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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G01005+ C16885 · L22875 | On time 8:25 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h56 | 10:21 AM Cradley Heath station (CRA) | 2 transfers | |
G01005+ Y80953 | On time 8:25 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h31 | 9:56 AM Tipton station (TIP) | 1 transfer | |
C16923 · Y80955+ G38870 | Delayed 8:19 AM 8:30 AMManchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h56 | 10:26 AM Tipton station (TIP) | 2 transfers | |
C16923 · W70353+ G38870 | Delayed 8:19 AM 8:30 AMManchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h09 | 10:39 AM Cradley Heath station (CRA) | 2 transfers | |
G01009+ C16887 · L22964 | On time 9:25 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h56 | 11:21 AM Cradley Heath station (CRA) | 2 transfers | |
G01009+ Y80958 | On time 9:25 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h31 | 10:56 AM Tipton station (TIP) | 1 transfer | |
C16927 · W70382+ G38873 | Delayed 9:19 AM 9:30 AMManchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h09 | 11:39 AM Cradley Heath station (CRA) | 2 transfers | |
C16927 · Y80961+ G38873 | Delayed 9:19 AM 9:30 AMManchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h56 | 11:26 AM Tipton station (TIP) | 2 transfers | |
G01013+ Y80963 | On time 10:25 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h31 | 11:56 AM Tipton station (TIP) | 1 transfer | |
G01013+ C16889 · L22961 | On time 10:25 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h56 | 12:21 PM Cradley Heath station (CRA) | 2 transfers | |
C16932 · Y80965+ G38874 | Delayed 10:19 AM 10:30 AMManchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h56 | 12:26 PM Tipton station (TIP) | 2 transfers | |
C16932 · W70409+ G38874 | Delayed 10:19 AM 10:30 AMManchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h09 | 12:39 PM Cradley Heath station (CRA) | 2 transfers | |
G01018+ Y80968 | On time 11:25 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h31 | 12:56 PM Tipton station (TIP) | 1 transfer | |
G01018+ C16890 · W00403 | On time 11:25 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h56 | 1:21 PM Cradley Heath station (CRA) | 2 transfers | |
C16936 · W70427+ G38877 | Delayed 11:19 AM 11:30 AMManchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h09 | 1:39 PM Cradley Heath station (CRA) | 2 transfers | |
C16936 · Y80971+ G38877 | Delayed 11:19 AM 11:30 AMManchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h56 | 1:26 PM Tipton station (TIP) | 2 transfers | |
G01022+ Y80973 | On time 12:25 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h31 | 1:56 PM Tipton station (TIP) | 1 transfer | |
G01022+ C16892 · C17929 | On time 12:25 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h56 | 2:21 PM Cradley Heath station (CRA) | 2 transfers | |
C16942 · W70440+ G38878 | On time 12:30 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h09 | 2:39 PM Cradley Heath station (CRA) | 2 transfers | |
C16942 · Y80975+ G38878 | On time 12:30 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h56 | 2:26 PM Tipton station (TIP) | 2 transfers | |
G01024+ Y80978 | On time 1:25 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h31 | 2:56 PM Tipton station (TIP) | 1 transfer | |
C16947 · Y80980+ G38880 | On time 1:30 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h56 | 3:26 PM Tipton station (TIP) | 2 transfers | |
G01027+ Y80984 | On time 2:25 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h31 | 3:56 PM Tipton station (TIP) | 1 transfer | |
C16951 · Y80986+ G38882 | Delayed 2:19 PM 2:30 PMManchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h56 | 4:26 PM Tipton station (TIP) | 2 transfers | |
G01032+ Y80988 | On time 3:25 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h31 | 4:56 PM Tipton station (TIP) | 1 transfer | |
C16956 · Y80991+ G38885 | Delayed 3:19 PM 3:30 PMManchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h56 | 5:26 PM Tipton station (TIP) | 2 transfers | |
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Large open-air museum of Black Country life with historic buildings, shops, and costumed interpretation. One of the region's top attractions.
Zoo and castle complex with a notable collection of Tecton buildings and exhibitions on wildlife and site history.
Underground limestone mine tours with exhibits on geology, industry, and fossils. A distinctive heritage experience beneath Dudley.
Historic park beside the castle and priory with formal gardens, monuments, and easy access to major heritage sights.
Popular country park with woodland, lakes, and long walking routes. A favourite for fresh air, scenery, and family outings.
Major canal-side retail and leisure district that is also a well-known modern visitor area for walks and waterside views.
A Black Country staple: thick slices of ham cut from the bone, often served in cobs with mustard. It reflects the area's working-class pub and market food heritage.
Soft, floury bread rolls central to Black Country food culture, commonly filled with bacon, sausage, chips or ham. A must-know local term and everyday bite.
A pork sausage seasoned with sage and traditionally sold from butchers and markets across the Black Country. It is a long-standing regional favourite.
Well-known local Indian restaurant serving curries, grills and tandoori dishes in a smart but relaxed setting with a strong long-term reputation.
Traditional canal-side pub known for classic Black Country fare and cobs. Casual, historic and popular for local beer and hearty meals.
Established fine-dining restaurant in the Himley area, known for polished British and European cooking in an elegant country-house atmosphere.
Moderate for the UK. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than London, while local buses and everyday costs stay reasonable for most visitors.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is good and not already added. Round up taxi fares. Cafe tips are small change only.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Dudley by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Dudley, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Manchester to Dudley trains use the Manchester Piccadilly to Tipton station pair. Use this guide to compare Manchester and Dudley train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Manchester Piccadilly has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Carluccio’s, Hotel Chocolat, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Costa Coffee, Pret a Manger, Upper Crust, McDonald's, & more
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi. ATMs are there are ATM machines on the main concourse, Platform 10 and on the mezzanine level.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30, Sun: 07:00 - 22:30. Information desks are located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
Luggage storage is operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Piccadilly: There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly, Premier Inn Manchester City, Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly.
Manchester Airport is 13 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Manchester Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Airport.
Wi-Fi is available at Manchester Airport. ATMs are available at Manchester Airport.
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Airport. Information desks are information available from staff: ,Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 107 2149, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Available at Manchester Airport: Parking, WC.
Available at Manchester Airport: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Airport: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: re Step free access is provided from the Ground Transport Interchange to all platforms via lifts or ramps. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance from Meeting Point 1 (adjacent to the Station Booking Office) and throughout the railway station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Customers requiring assistance to access other services or to connect with terminals should request this from their airline or Manchester Airport Group. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible public telephones: In the station cafe on platforms 2 and 3, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Manchester Oxford Road has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Oxford Road.
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Oxford Road.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Manchester Oxford Road: Parking, WC.
Available at Manchester Oxford Road: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Oxford Road: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - There are two lifts at the Piccadilly end of platform 4 and 2/3 which connect the concourse area platform 4 and 5 with 2/3. Note: there is no lift access to platform 1 at all, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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