Trains from Birmingham to Cardiff from $16.05*

Trains from Birmingham to Cardiff from $16.05*

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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 $16.05, with average prices for this route around $70.16.

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

  • Sun, Nov 24
    From $16.43
  • Mon, Nov 25
    From $16.05
  • Tue, Nov 26
    From $16.43
  • Wed, Nov 27
    From $16.43
  • Thu, Nov 28
    From $16.43
  • Fri, Nov 29
    From $16.05
  • Sat, Nov 30
DepartureArrivalDurationOperator
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09:30
Birmingham New Street
11:27
Cardiff Central
1h 57m, Changes requiredCrossCountryGreat Western Railway
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10:12
Birmingham New Street
12:07
Cardiff Central
1h 55m, DirectCrossCountry
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10:30
Birmingham New Street
12:33
Cardiff Central
2h 3m, Changes requiredCrossCountryGreat Western Railway
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11:12
Birmingham New Street
13:07
Cardiff Central
1h 55m, DirectCrossCountry
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11:30
Birmingham New Street
13:34
Cardiff Central
2h 4m, Changes requiredCrossCountryGreat Western Railway
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12:30
Birmingham New Street
14:25
Paris
1h 55m, DirectCrossCountry
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Birmingham to Cardiff Train Route Details

The Birmingham to Cardiff train ticket is from $16.05. The average travel time is 1h 50m, covering a distance of approximately 142 mile. There are usually 22 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
09:30
Last train
Last train
22:12
Departure station
Departure station
Arrival station
Arrival station
Journey time
Journey time
1h 50m
Distance
Distance
142 mile
Price
Price
$16.05*

Birmingham to Cardiff Train Travel Guide

Birmingham to Cardiff Train Travel Guide

Arriving in Cardiff

Trains running from Birmingham to Cardiff will typically depart from Birmingham New Street and arrive at Cardiff Central. The journey takes around 1h 50m.

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.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

How can you make your journey from Birmingham to Cardiff cheaper? One option to consider is splitting your tickets, which can save you around an extra 30% on fares. Instead of purchasing a direct ticket from A to B, you can split the route into two sections: A to C and C to B. This often turns out to be more affordable than buying a direct ticket.

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.