Trains from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Central from $16.47*

Trains from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Central from $16.47*

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Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Central Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Central? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as $16.47, with average prices for this route around $39.75. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like 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 New Street to Cardiff Central Train Route Details

The Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Central train ticket is from $16.47. The average travel time is 1h 49m, covering a distance of approximately 142 km. 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
142 km
Price
Price
$16.47*

Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Central Train Travel Guide

Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Central Train Travel Guide

Arriving in Cardiff Central

Every day, up to 39 train depart from Birmingham New Street and arrive in Cardiff Central, with the shortest journey taking 1h 49m minutes.

Book cheap train tickets from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Central

Let's save unnecessary costs when traveling from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Central 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.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Booking in advance is one of the most effective ways to get cheap train tickets. Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to purchasing tickets closer to the departure date. By planning your trip from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Central ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each designed to cater to specific groups of travelers. You can discover more about Railcards here.

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 New Street to Cardiff Central more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

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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.