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Explore cheap prices from Dudley to Cardiff Central

Here are this week's cheapest tickets from Dudley to Cardiff Central, along with train details. Our users discover these prices, which are updated daily. Given the frequent price changes, please refer to the latest update.

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Thu5Jun

£15.90

Fri6Jun

£15.90

Sat7Jun

£15.90

Sun8Jun

£15.90

Mon9Jun

£15.90

Tue10Jun

£15.90

Wed11Jun

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*Price changes due to the real-time price fluctuations, please refer to the latest price.

Dudley to Cardiff Central train prices and times

Looking to travel from Dudley to Cardiff Central? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as £15.90, with average prices for this route around £22.50.

To get the best deals, we' d recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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Thu, Jun 5
Fri, Jun 6
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Sat, Jun 7
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Sun, Jun 8
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Mon, Jun 9
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Tue, Jun 10
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Wed, Jun 11
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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Operator	Find Tickets
06:14 Sandwell & Dudley	08:39 Cardiff Central	2h 25m, No direct		Find Tickets
06:30 Sandwell & Dudley	09:51 Cardiff Central	3h 21m, No direct		Find Tickets
07:03 Sandwell & Dudley	09:25 Cardiff Central	2h 22m, No direct	West Midlands Trains	Find Tickets
07:30 Sandwell & Dudley	10:49 Cardiff Central	3h 19m, No direct		Find Tickets
07:33 Sandwell & Dudley	10:09 Cardiff Central	2h 36m, No direct	West Midlands Trains	Find Tickets
08:03 Sandwell & Dudley	10:25 Paris	2h 22m, No direct	West Midlands Trains	Find Tickets View More Trains

Dudley to Cardiff Central train route details

First train

06:14

Last train

23:48

Departure station

Dudley

Arrival station

Cardiff Central

Journey time

2h 20m

Distance

86 miles

Price

£15.90*

Train Operators

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Dudley to Cardiff Central

Travelling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Dudley to Cardiff Central can result in significant cost savings.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travellers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Another option to consider is splitting your tickets, which can save you around extra 30% on fares. Instead of purchasing a direct ticket from Dudley to Cardiff Central, you can split the route into two legs: A to C and C to B. This often turns out to be more affordable than buying a direct ticket, and you won’t even need to leave the train… or often your seat!.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Dudley to Cardiff Central ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make travelling from Dudley to Cardiff Central more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Dudley to Cardiff Central train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with its own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak tickets
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Off-Peak tickets are cheaper and more flexible, allowing for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and are perfect for less conventional schedules.
Return train tickets
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This ticket includes both the outbound and return journeys, saving you the time and hassle of purchasing separate tickets. With just one ticket, you can travel smoothly along the same route.
Advance train tickets
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Typically, the most cost-effective option for train travel. They are usually available for purchase 12 weeks before the travel date.
Season train tickets
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It’s a type of train ticket that allows unlimited travel within two stations for a week, a month, or a year. What’s more, it can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.

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