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Black Country Living Museum
Open-air museum of historic buildings, shops and vehicles that brings Black Country life to life through streets, industry and costumed interpretation.
Cheapest price on 20 Sept
£37
Average ticket price on 20 Sept
£37
Fastest journey on 20 Sept
6 h 5 m
Average journey duration on 20 Sept
6 h 5 m
Buses on 20 Sept
1
Distance
400 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Glasgow to Dudley is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Glasgow to Dudley will cost around £37 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £37.
On Sun 20 Sept, we found 1 buses from Glasgow to Dudley, including 1 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 400 km distance in an average of 6 h 5 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 5 m .
The slowest buses will take 6 h 5 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.


Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Glasgow to Dudley among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £50 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 22m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £50, while a flight costs an average of £289.
Distance: 400 km
Most popular Coach | Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£50 Average Price Cheapest | £289 Average Price | £104 Average Price | £77 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
9h 47m Average total duration 9h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 22m Average total duration Fastest 2h 22m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 4h 46m Average total duration 4h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 15m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Glasgow to Dudley:
A coach is £54 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Glasgow to Dudley costing on average £104.
A coach is £239 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Glasgow to Dudley costing on average £289.
Other travel options to Dudley take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 16m.
Coach takes on average 9h 17m.
Tickets start at around £50 compared to roughly £77 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £26. The journey takes 9h 17m versus 5h 15m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by FlixBus.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow to Dudley coaches for today, Saturday 19 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:20 Glasgow | 7h30 | 16:50 Dudley | 0 changesdirect | |
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Buses from Glasgow to Dudley run on average 5 times per day, taking around 9h 17m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £27 if you book in advance.
There are 3 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:35. The fastest coach covers the 400 km distance in 6h 5m.
Distance 400 km |
Average bus duration 9h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price £27 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 6h 5m |
First bus 0:05 |
Last bus 23:35 |
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Cheapest Day Thu |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Discover the best of Dudley — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Dudley trip today.
Open-air museum of historic buildings, shops and vehicles that brings Black Country life to life through streets, industry and costumed interpretation.
Geology museum with fossils, minerals and rock displays explaining the region’s ancient seas, coal measures and industrial landscape.
Museum inside the canal tunnels with boats, mining displays and trips underground that explain local limestone and canal engineering.
Fossil-rich nature reserve with quarry scenery, walking trails and viewpoints; ideal for geology, wildlife and a different side of Dudley.
Popular town park with formal gardens, boating lake, play areas and broad lawns close to the zoo and castle hill.
Leafy valley park in Stourbridge with paths, play areas and a heritage setting around the stream and old mill landscape.
A Black Country staple of thick-cut pork scratchings with crunchy crackling and rich fat, traditionally sold in pubs and markets across Dudley.
A local orange-coloured battered saveloy sausage, usually served with chips. It is a long-standing Midlands chip shop favourite around Dudley.
A crusty bread roll filled with bacon, sausage, egg or other cooked breakfast items. It is a classic Black Country caff and market breakfast.
Traditional Black Country pub at the Black Country Living Museum, known for pork scratchings, faggots and local ales in a historic setting.
Popular Indian restaurant in Dudley with a broad curry menu, smart modern dining room and a strong local following.
Lively local favourite serving substantial pies and classic pub dishes in a casual, characterful Black Country setting.
Moderate for the UK. Dining and local transport are reasonable, while hotel prices are usually lower than in Birmingham or London.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is polite if service is good and no service charge is added. Taxi fares are often rounded up. Cafés usually do not expect tips.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow to Dudley by coach. 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 coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Dudley, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Glasgow to Dudley buses use the Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station to Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway station pair. Use this guide to compare Glasgow and Dudley bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Buchanan (in the station), Coffee Express (in the station), Fast Bites (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station.
Available at Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station: Elevators, ramps.
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