- Must visit
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.
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Swansea to Dudley
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 20 Sept
Cheapest price on 20 Sept
£58
Average ticket price on 20 Sept
£85
Fastest journey on 20 Sept
4 h 24 m
Average journey duration on 20 Sept
4 h 39 m
Trains on 20 Sept
18
Distance
160 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Swansea to Dudley is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Swansea to Dudley will cost around £85 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £58.
Fast trains
To travel from Swansea to Dudley you need to make at least 2 changes.
G39878 · G38559+
W0585111:105h16Swansea station (SWA)16:26Tipton station (TIP)£581One-way2 changes- G38968 · G38555+W058419:125h14Swansea station (SWA)14:26Tipton station (TIP)£581One-way2 changes
- G38964 · W45241+Y809708:135h13Swansea station (SWA)13:26Tipton station (TIP)£611One-way2 changes
- G39878+W11224 · W7024311:106h03Swansea station (SWA)17:13Cradley Heath station (CRA)£881One-way2 changes
- G38968+C17026 · W880519:124h50Swansea station (SWA)14:02Cradley Heath station (CRA)£881One-way2 changes
W35438+
G00871+C17999 · W7024110:474h24Swansea station (SWA)15:11Old Hill station (OHL)£921One-way3 changes- C33109+G00898+L018589:504h39Swansea station (SWA)14:29Tipton station (TIP)£921One-way2 changes
- C00123+G01071+L05083+Y619688:494h40Swansea station (SWA)13:29Tipton station (TIP)£921One-way3 changes
- W35438+G01077+Y62006+L0505210:474h42Swansea station (SWA)15:29Tipton station (TIP)£921One-way3 changes
- G38968+C17026 · W880519:124h50Swansea station (SWA)14:02Cradley Heath station (CRA)£881One-way2 changes
Live departures
Swansea to Dudley train times
The table below shows live departures for Swansea to Dudley trains for tomorrow, Sunday 20 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W35211+W70239+W29776+L22885 | 7:55 Swansea station (SWA) | 5h16 | 13:11 Old Hill station (OHL) | 3 changes | |
| G38964 · W45241+Y80970 | 8:13 Swansea station (SWA) | 5h13 | 13:26 Tipton station (TIP) | 2 changes | |
| G38964+W11213 · W70240 | 8:13 Swansea station (SWA) | 5h58 | 14:11 Old Hill station (OHL) | 2 changes | |
| C00123+Y61968+G01071+L05083 | 8:49 Swansea station (SWA) | 4h40 | 13:29 Tipton station (TIP) | 3 changes | |
| C00123+Y61968+G01071+L05083 | 8:49 Swansea station (SWA) | 4h52 | 13:41 Cradley Heath station (CRA) | 4 changes | |
| C00123+L05083+G01071+W70240 | 8:49 Swansea station (SWA) | 5h22 | 14:11 Old Hill station (OHL) | 3 changes | |
| G38968+C17026 · W88051 | 9:12 Swansea station (SWA) | 4h50 | 14:02 Cradley Heath station (CRA) | 2 changes | |
| G38968+W11217 · W70241 | 9:12 Swansea station (SWA) | 5h59 | 15:11 Old Hill station (OHL) | 2 changes | |
| G38968+C17026 · W88051 · Y81079 | 9:12 Swansea station (SWA) | 5h25 | 14:37 Old Hill station (OHL) | 3 changes | |
| G38968 · G38555+W05841 | 9:12 Swansea station (SWA) | 5h14 | 14:26 Tipton station (TIP) | 2 changes | |
| C33109+G00898+L01858 · L12383 | 9:50 Swansea station (SWA) | 4h51 | 14:41 Cradley Heath station (CRA) | 3 changes | |
| C33109+G00898+L01858 | 9:50 Swansea station (SWA) | 4h39 | 14:29 Tipton station (TIP) | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Swansea to Dudley
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Take a train from Swansea to Dudley and enjoy the approximately 160 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 06:26, the last at 21:26.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 160 km |
First train 6:26 |
Last train 21:26 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Train companies: Great Western Railway (GWR) from Swansea to Dudley trainsGreat Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Swansea and Dudley. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Great Western Railway (GWR)
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Great Western Railway (GWR) Duration
3h 29m
Great Western Railway (GWR) frequency
16 a day
Complete guide to Dudley
Things to do in Dudley
Discover the best of Dudley — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Dudley trip today.
- Recommended
Wrens Nest National Nature Reserve Visitor Centre
Geology museum with fossils, minerals and rock displays explaining the region’s ancient seas, coal measures and industrial landscape.
- Recommended
Dudley Canal and Tunnel Trust
Museum inside the canal tunnels with boats, mining displays and trips underground that explain local limestone and canal engineering.
- Recommended
Wrens Nest National Nature Reserve
Fossil-rich nature reserve with quarry scenery, walking trails and viewpoints; ideal for geology, wildlife and a different side of Dudley.
- Recommended
Priory Park
Popular town park with formal gardens, boating lake, play areas and broad lawns close to the zoo and castle hill.
- Recommended
Mary Stevens Park
Leafy valley park in Stourbridge with paths, play areas and a heritage setting around the stream and old mill landscape.
- Gluten-free
Black Country Pork Scratchings
A Black Country staple of thick-cut pork scratchings with crunchy crackling and rich fat, traditionally sold in pubs and markets across Dudley.
Orange Chips
A local orange-coloured battered saveloy sausage, usually served with chips. It is a long-standing Midlands chip shop favourite around Dudley.
Breakfast Cob
A crusty bread roll filled with bacon, sausage, egg or other cooked breakfast items. It is a classic Black Country caff and market breakfast.
The Bottle & Glass Inn
Traditional Black Country pub at the Black Country Living Museum, known for pork scratchings, faggots and local ales in a historic setting.
Mad O'Rourkes Pie Factory
Popular Indian restaurant in Dudley with a broad curry menu, smart modern dining room and a strong local following.
Mad O'Rourkes Pie Factory
Lively local favourite serving substantial pies and classic pub dishes in a casual, characterful Black Country setting.
Pound sterling (£)
Moderate for the UK. Dining and local transport are reasonable, while hotel prices are usually lower than in Birmingham or London.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £6-12 for fast food or a simple meal.
- Mid-range
- £15-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £45+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £2.50-4 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
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.
FAQs: Swansea to Dudley train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Swansea 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.
The train distance from Swansea to Dudley is 160 km.
The first train from Swansea to Dudley leaves at 6:26.
The last train from Swansea to Dudley departs at 21:26.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Swansea to Dudley.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Swansea to Dudley.
To get from Swansea to Dudley, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Swansea to Dudley.
The train station in Swansea that goes to Dudley is Swansea station (SWA), and it arrives at Cradley Heath station (CRA).
Booking trains from Swansea to Dudley in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Swansea to Dudley offers some scenic views, particularly as it travels through the picturesque Welsh countryside and passes by the Brecon Beacons. However, the latter part of the journey becomes more urban as it approaches the West Midlands.
To explore Dudley's attractions, such as the Black Country Living Museum, Dudley Zoo, and Dudley Castle, a stay of two to three days would be ideal.
Yes, you can take the train from Swansea to Dudley.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Swansea and Dudley
Most Swansea to Dudley trains use the Swansea to Cradley Heath station pair. Use this guide to compare Swansea and Dudley train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Swansea
Arrival train stations in Dudley
Which Swansea station do trains to Dudley leave from?
Trains from Swansea to Dudley leave from Swansea. The station is 1 km from Swansea city centre at Swansea station, High Street, Swansea, City & County of Swansea, SA1 1NU.
SwanseaSwansea station, High Street, Swansea, City & County of Swansea, SA1 1NU+44 8450507080
City-centre transport
Getting to Swansea from Swansea city centre
Bus49, 30, 54 · 3m · £4 · every ~3 min
Swansea train station facilities and services
Swansea has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Swansea.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Swansea.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Swansea.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Swansea: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Swansea: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Swansea: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A. Step free access to all platforms, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible public telephones: on concourse, 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: No.
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