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Black Country Living Museum
An open-air museum with historic buildings, transport and costumed interpretation, offering a strong introduction to Black Country life and industry.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London to Cradley Heath is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Cradley Heath will cost around £28 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £28.
On Wed 04 Nov, we found 1 trains from London to Cradley Heath, including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 172 km distance in an average of 3 h 16 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 16 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 16 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.

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Trains from London to Cradley Heath run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £10 but you can travel from only £6 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 01:39, the last at 22:25. The fastest train covers the 172 km distance in 1h 36m.
Distance 172 km |
Average train duration 2h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price £10 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 1h 36m |
First train 1:39 |
Last train 22:25 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 77 days |
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The table below shows live departures for London to Cradley Heath trains for today, Tuesday 3 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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L37400+ W70353 | 8:07 London Marylebone (MYB) | 2h32 | 10:39 Cradley Heath station (CRA) | 1 change | |
W33945+ P69412 · W70339 | 8:10 London Euston (EUS) | 1h59 | 10:09 Cradley Heath station (CRA) | 2 changes | |
W33945+ L22875 | 8:10 London Euston (EUS) | 2h11 | 10:21 Cradley Heath station (CRA) | 1 change | |
W34260+ W70353 | 8:16 London Euston (EUS) | 2h23 | 10:39 Cradley Heath station (CRA) | 1 change | |
Y80809 · W70382 | 8:23 London Euston (EUS) | 3h16 | 11:39 Cradley Heath station (CRA) | 1 change | |
W33941+ P69414 · W70353 | 8:40 London Euston (EUS) | 1h59 | 10:39 Cradley Heath station (CRA) | 2 changes | |
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An open-air museum with historic buildings, transport and costumed interpretation, offering a strong introduction to Black Country life and industry.
A local history museum in a Victorian house with displays on the Black Country, period rooms and changing exhibitions in attractive parkland.
This museum and gallery explores the region's glassmaking story with contemporary displays, demonstrations and changing exhibitions.
A well-kept park with lawns, woodland, play areas and heritage features. It is ideal for a gentle walk close to the museum and historic house.
A local nature reserve with pools, woodland and footpaths. It is popular for birdwatching, easy walks and a quieter side of the Black Country.
A dramatic ridge with walking routes and broad views across the West Midlands. It is a favourite local spot for sunset and short outdoor breaks.
A Black Country staple of thick-cut chips with orange battered fish, loved in local chip shops and tied to the area’s working-class food culture.
A crusty bread roll filled with thick slices of ham or bacon. A classic Midlands lunch, especially popular at markets, cafes and football grounds.
Braised beef in rich gravy, often served with vegetables or suet pastry. A long-standing pub favourite across the Black Country and wider Midlands.
Popular local Indian restaurant known for curries, grilled dishes and a lively yet relaxed atmosphere for groups and families.
Well-known canal-side pub serving classic British meals and drinks in a traditional setting with waterside views.
Established pub restaurant offering grills, burgers and hearty British mains in a casual modern chain setting.
Cradley Heath is moderate for the UK. Everyday dining and coffee are reasonable, but hotels and transport can cost more than in cheaper British towns.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is usual if not included. Round up for taxis. Cafés do not expect tips, but small change is welcome.
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Most London to Cradley Heath trains use the London Euston to Cradley Heath station pair. Use this guide to compare London and Cradley Heath train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
London Euston has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Nando's, The Signal Box, Delice de France, Tortilla, Starbucks, AMT Coffee, Upper Crust, Camden Food Co., & many more
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are located in various points in the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 00:00, Sat: 06:00 - 23:00, Sun: 07:00 - 00:00. Information desks are located near the center of the station's main concourse.
Luggage storage is excess Baggage Co luggage storage is located near the entrance to Platform 16 and is open daily from 08:00 to 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London Euston: Taxis, WC.
Available at London Euston: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at London Euston: Station is fully accessible, and passengers can request assistance at the mobility assistance reception desk.
Nearby hotels include Hilton London Euston, The Wesley Euston Hotel, Travelodge London Central Euston.
London Paddington has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Wasabi, The Beer House, Barburrito, Upper Crust, The Mad Bishop & Bear (Fullers), The Pasty Shop, Burger King, Pret a Manger, The Savanna, Soboro Bakery, & more
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located next to the ticket office.
The ticket office is open 24/7. Information desks are located near Platform 1.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located near the taxi stand beside Platform 11. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London Paddington: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at London Paddington: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at London Paddington: Wheelchair access, escalators, elevators.
Nearby hotels include Hilton London Paddington, Mercure London Paddington Hotel, The Pilgrm.
Cricklewood is 8 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
Cricklewood has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Cricklewood.
Wi-Fi is available at Cricklewood.
Ticket office support is available at Cricklewood.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Cricklewood: Parking.
Available at Cricklewood: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Cricklewood: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category B3 station: Ramp access to platform 1 (to St Pancras). Steps to all other platforms. Assistance Meeting Point is at the station front by the book exchange. This station doesn't have tactile surfaces along all platform edges. Please pay attention to where the platform surface changes from smooth to paved or contact us for assistance, Accessible taxis: No, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Thameslink ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Cradley Heath has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Cradley Heath.
Ticket office support is available at Cradley Heath. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Available at Cradley Heath: Parking.
Available at Cradley Heath: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Cradley Heath: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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