Trains from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Central from $16.04*

Trains from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Central from $16.04*

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Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Central Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Central, starting from $16.04 and averaging $70.10. The entire journey takes no more than 1h 49m. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

  • Fri, Nov 22
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    From $16.04
  • Sun, Nov 24
    From $16.04
  • Mon, Nov 25
    From $16.42
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DepartureArrivalDurationOperator
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19:30
Birmingham New Street
21:24
Cardiff Central
1h 54m, DirectCrossCountry
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20:30
Birmingham New Street
22:29
Cardiff Central
1h 59m, DirectCrossCountry
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21:12
Birmingham New Street
23:36
Cardiff Central
2h 24m, Changes requiredCrossCountryGreat Western Railway
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22:12
Birmingham New Street
00:18+1
Paris
2h 6m, Changes requiredCrossCountryTransport for Wales
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Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Central Train Route Details

The Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Central train ticket is from $16.04. The average travel time is 1h 49m, covering a distance of approximately 142 mile. There are usually 37 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 mile
Price
Price
$16.04*

Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Central Train Travel Guide

Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Central Train Travel Guide

Arriving in Cardiff Central

With a journey time as short as 1h 49m, you can reach Cardiff Central from Birmingham New Street, with an average of 37 train per day.

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.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group of three to nine people, you can take advantage of group travel discounts. Many train companies offer GroupSave options that provide a discount of up to 1/3 on off-peak fares. This can make traveling from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Central more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards available to cater to different groups of travelers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.

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 New Street to Cardiff Central 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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