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Wolverhampton Art Gallery
City art gallery and museum with Pop Art, local history and changing exhibitions in a central historic building.
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Oldbury to Wolverhampton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £6 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 50m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £6, while a train costs an average of £27.
Distance: 12 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£27 Average Price | £6 Average Price Cheapest | £2 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
50m Average total duration Fastest 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 36m Average total duration 1h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 31m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Oldbury to Wolverhampton:
A coach is £21 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Oldbury to Wolverhampton costing on average £27.
Other travel options to Wolverhampton take longer:
Coach takes on average 1h 6m.
You'll arrive about 11m sooner (20m by train vs 31m by car). Tickets start at around £27 compared to roughly £2 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Oldbury to Wolverhampton trains for today, Saturday 19 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Y81127 · W00428 | On time 6:33 Langley Green (LGG) | 0h34 | 7:07 Wolverhampton station (WVH) | 1 change | |
W88027 · W00372 | On time 6:48 Langley Green (LGG) | 0h49 | 7:37 Wolverhampton station (WVH) | 1 change | |
W88040 · C17872 | On time 7:18 Langley Green (LGG) | 0h35 | 7:53 Wolverhampton station (WVH) | 1 change | |
W70255 · Y81090 · W00442 | On time 7:29 Langley Green (LGG) | 1h08 | 8:37 Wolverhampton station (WVH) | 2 changes | |
W88068 · C18026 | On time 8:18 Langley Green (LGG) | 0h35 | 8:53 Wolverhampton station (WVH) | 1 change | |
W88081 · C16989 | On time 8:48 Langley Green (LGG) | 0h22 | 9:10 Wolverhampton station (WVH) | 1 change | |
W88093 · C17932 | On time 9:18 Langley Green (LGG) | 0h35 | 9:53 Wolverhampton station (WVH) | 1 change | |
W88107 · C16991 | On time 9:48 Langley Green (LGG) | 0h22 | 10:10 Wolverhampton station (WVH) | 1 change | |
W88118 · C17958 | On time 10:18 Langley Green (LGG) | 0h35 | 10:53 Wolverhampton station (WVH) | 1 change | |
W88123 · C16993 | On time 10:48 Langley Green (LGG) | 0h22 | 11:10 Wolverhampton station (WVH) | 1 change | |
W88125 · C17766 | On time 11:18 Langley Green (LGG) | 0h35 | 11:53 Wolverhampton station (WVH) | 1 change | |
W88128 · C16994 | On time 11:48 Langley Green (LGG) | 0h22 | 12:10 Wolverhampton station (WVH) | 1 change | |
W88129 · C17956 | On time 12:18 Langley Green (LGG) | 0h35 | 12:53 Wolverhampton station (WVH) | 1 change | |
W88132 · C16996 | On time 12:48 Langley Green (LGG) | 0h22 | 13:10 Wolverhampton station (WVH) | 1 change | |
W88134 · C17844 | On time 13:18 Langley Green (LGG) | 0h35 | 13:53 Wolverhampton station (WVH) | 1 change | |
W88136 · C16999 | On time 13:48 Langley Green (LGG) | 0h22 | 14:10 Wolverhampton station (WVH) | 1 change | |
W88138 · C17763 | On time 14:18 Langley Green (LGG) | 0h35 | 14:53 Wolverhampton station (WVH) | 1 change | |
W88140 · C17001 | On time 14:48 Langley Green (LGG) | 0h22 | 15:10 Wolverhampton station (WVH) | 1 change | |
W88142 · C17930 | On time 15:18 Langley Green (LGG) | 0h35 | 15:53 Wolverhampton station (WVH) | 1 change | |
W88143 · C17002 | On time 15:48 Langley Green (LGG) | 0h22 | 16:10 Wolverhampton station (WVH) | 1 change | |
W88145 · C17957 | On time 16:18 Langley Green (LGG) | 0h35 | 16:53 Wolverhampton station (WVH) | 1 change | |
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Trains from Oldbury to Wolverhampton run on average 6 times per day, taking around 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:30, the last at 23:37. The fastest train covers the 12 km distance in 10m.
Distance 12 km |
Average train duration 20m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 10m |
First train 5:30 |
Last train 23:37 |
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Discover the best of Wolverhampton — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Wolverhampton trip today.
City art gallery and museum with Pop Art, local history and changing exhibitions in a central historic building.
Compact local museum telling the story of RAF lives and wartime experience through artefacts, documents and volunteer knowledge.
Canal-side museum exploring lock making heritage, with working displays and period buildings in the Black Country Living Museum campus.
Large Victorian park with a boating lake, conservatory, sports facilities and pleasant walks close to the city centre.
Main civic square framed by major public buildings, often used for events, seasonal installations and city-centre gatherings.
Leafy suburban park with lakes, woodland walks and open lawns, popular with locals for peaceful outdoor time.
A Black Country faggot is a seasoned pork and offal meatball, traditionally baked and served with gravy. It is a classic working-class dish around Wolverhampton.
Thickly sliced bread spread with pork dripping and often topped with salt. A traditional Midlands snack linked to the region’s industrial heritage.
A battered and fried fish-and-chip shop staple, usually cod or haddock with chips. It is deeply rooted in everyday local eating culture in Wolverhampton.
Established city-centre restaurant serving Indian street food and curries in a stylish, lively setting popular for group dining.
Traditional pub setting known for cask ales and hearty British pub food. Suits visitors wanting a classic local drinking and dining experience.
Long-running local favourite for South Indian vegetarian dishes, dosas and thalis. Casual atmosphere and widely known among Wolverhampton diners.
Moderate for the UK. Hotels and eating out cost less than in London, while local buses and casual dining are fairly affordable for visitors.
Service is sometimes included in restaurants; if not, 10-12.5% is common for good service. Taxi fares are often rounded up. Tipping in cafés is optional.
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Wolverhampton Station -> Wolverhampton Bus Station
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Oldbury to Wolverhampton 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 Wolverhampton, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Oldbury to Wolverhampton trains use the Langley Green to Wolverhampton station pair. Use this guide to compare Oldbury and Wolverhampton train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Langley Green is 1 km from Oldbury city centre. Public transport options include:
Langley Green has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Langley Green.
Ticket office support is available at Langley Green. 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 Langley Green: Parking.
Available at Langley Green: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Langley Green: 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: Yes.
Wolverhampton has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Wolverhampton.
ATMs are available at Wolverhampton.
Ticket office support is available at Wolverhampton. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Wolverhampton: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Wolverhampton: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Wolverhampton: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible ticket machines: There are no 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.
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