What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Oldbury?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Oldbury is to rideshare which costs £8 and takes 2h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to Oldbury?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Oldbury is to drive which takes 1h 51m and costs £25 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Oldbury?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Oldbury. However, there are services departing from Cardiff North Road and arriving at Oldbury Interchange via Newhall Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 31m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Oldbury?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Oldbury. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Sandwell & Dudley via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 21m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Oldbury?

The distance between Cardiff and Oldbury is 114 miles. The road distance is 105.5 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff to Oldbury without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Oldbury without a car is to train which takes 2h 21m and costs £60 - £90.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to Oldbury?

It takes approximately 2h 21m to get from Cardiff to Oldbury, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Oldbury bus from?

Cardiff to Oldbury bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Cardiff North Road station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Oldbury train from?

Cardiff to Oldbury train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Oldbury?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Oldbury is to train which takes 2h 21m and costs £60 - £90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £14 - £23 and takes 3h 31m.

Where does the Cardiff to Oldbury bus arrive?

Cardiff to Oldbury bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway station.

Where does the Cardiff to Oldbury train arrive?

Cardiff to Oldbury train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Oldbury?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Oldbury is 106 miles. It takes approximately 1h 51m to drive from Cardiff to Oldbury.

How do I get a train ticket from Cardiff to Oldbury?

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Where can I stay near Oldbury?

There are 3343+ hotels available in Oldbury.

Can I share a ride from Cardiff to Oldbury?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Cardiff and Oldbury. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

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There are 5 ways to get from Cardiff to Oldbury by train, bus, rideshare, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Streettrain Cardiff Central - Nottingham / ...
2h 21m
£60–87
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Cardiff to Oldburyrideshare 104.7 mi
2h 15m
£8
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queenswaybus Uk084 / ...
3h 31m
£14–23
Bus via Lordswood Road
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Lordswood Roadbus 111 / ...
3h 43m
£26–60
Drive 104.9 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Oldburycar 104.9 mi
1h 51m
£26–37

Cardiff to Oldbury by train

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Distance: 112.9 mi
Duration: 2h 21m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Oldbury, Sandwell, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Street hourly. Tickets cost £55–85 and the journey takes 2h. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Cardiff North Road to Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway 4 times a day. Tickets cost £12–20 and the journey takes 2h 50m.

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