Trains from Birmingham to Cardiff from $16.06**

Trains from Birmingham to Cardiff from $16.06**

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Birmingham to Cardiff Train prices and times

Looking to travel from Birmingham to Cardiff? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as $16.06, with average prices for this route around $38.76.

To get the best deals, we recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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05:00
Birmingham New Street
07:24
Cardiff Central
2h 24m, DirectCrossCountry
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05:37
Birmingham New Street
07:57
Cardiff Central
2h 20m, DirectCrossCountry
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07:30
Birmingham New Street
09:25
Cardiff Central
1h 55m, DirectCrossCountry
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07:42
Birmingham New Street
09:35
Cardiff Central
1h 53m, Changes requiredCrossCountryGreat Western Railway
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08:12
Birmingham New Street
10:09
Cardiff Central
1h 57m, Changes requiredCrossCountryGreat Western Railway
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08:30
Birmingham New Street
10:25
Paris
1h 55m, DirectCrossCountry
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Birmingham to Cardiff Train Route Details

The Birmingham to Cardiff train ticket is from $16.06. The average travel time is 1h 49m, covering a distance of approximately 89 miles. There are usually 39 daily trains provided by CrossCountry,Great Western Railway,Transport for Wales. To plan your train journey in advance, please refer to our train route table below.

First train
First train
05:00
Last train
Last train
22:12
Departure station
Departure station
Arrival station
Arrival station
Journey time
Journey time
1h 49m
Distance
Distance
89 miles
Price
Price
$16.06*

Birmingham to Cardiff Train Travel Guide

Birmingham to Cardiff Train Travel Guide

Arriving in Cardiff

Trains traveling between Birmingham and Cardiff usually start their journey from Birmingham New Street and reach Cardiff Central. The duration of this trip is approximately 1h 49m.

Book cheap train tickets from Birmingham to Cardiff

Let's save unnecessary costs when traveling from Birmingham to Cardiff by taking trains. The best way to find cheap train tickets is through Trip.com. We offer various discounted tips that can guide you towards a more affordable journey, such as using Railcards, Season Tickets, or Split Tickets. Explore the options below for more choices.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group of three to nine people, you can benefit from group travel discounts. Many train companies offer GroupSave options, which provide a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This makes traveling from Birmingham to Cardiff more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Various Railcards are available for different groups and can save you up to 1/3 on fares from Birmingham to Cardiff. You can choose the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard based on your age. Additionally, the Family & Friends Railcard or Two Together Railcard are good options for group travel.

Traveling during off-peak hours

The important thing to note about Off-Peak train tickets is the designated off-peak time. In large cities and towns, the off-peak time for train travel from Birmingham to Cardiff usually starts at 9:30 am from Monday to Friday, while in other areas it starts at 9:00 am. By planning your journey during these off-peak hours, you can take advantage of cheaper and more comfortable train fares, ensuring a smoother travel experience and avoiding the crowded peak hours.

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*Prices are dynamic and subject to change. Ticket prices vary based on time of day, route, and class. Prices shown do not include split ticket and Railcard discounts.