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Cheap train tickets and times from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)
Showing times and prices for 09 May
Cheapest
£27
Average Price
£43
Fastest Journey
2 h
Average duration
2 h 1 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
142 km
Cheap train tickets from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) start from £27 with an average ticket price of £43.
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Cardiff Central (CDF)10:45Birmingham New Street (BHM)
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Cardiff Central (CDF)09:45Birmingham New Street (BHM)
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Cardiff Central (CDF)13:45Birmingham New Street (BHM)
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Cardiff Central (CDF)11:55Birmingham New Street (BHM)
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Cardiff Central (CDF)11:45Birmingham New Street (BHM)
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Overview: Train from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)
 Distance | 87 miles |
|---|---|
 Average train duration | 1 h 56 min |
 Average train ticket price | £45 (€50) |
 Train frequency | 12 a day |
 Direct train | Yes, there are 5 direct trains a day |
 Train companies | CrossCountry, West Midland Trains or Transport for Wales |
Trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) cover the 87 miles long journey taking on average 1 h 56 min with our travel partners like CrossCountry, West Midland Trains or Transport for Wales. Normally, there are 12 trains operating per day. You can get the cheapest train tickets for this route for as low as £18, but the average price of train tickets is £45. Travellers depart most frequently from Cardiff Central and arrive in Birmingham New Street.
Train providers: CrossCountry, West Midland Trains and Transport for Wales trains Cardiff Central (CDF) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)
Travel between Cardiff Central (CDF) and Birmingham New Street (BHM) from £27 with Omio’s train partners CrossCountry, West Midland Trains and Transport for Wales! You can find the best timetables and tickets when comparing and booking the most affordable trip for you.
Transport for Wales is a public transport provider in Wales, UK. It operates a comprehensive network of trains, buses and ferries across the country. The trains are modern and comfortable, with a range of different types including InterCity Express Trains, Regional Trains, and Metro Trains. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. There are a variety of ticket types available, including single and return tickets, season tickets, and group tickets. The most popular routes include Cardiff to Swansea, Cardiff to Newport, and Cardiff to Manchester.
FAQs: Cardiff Central (CDF) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) train
FAQs: Travel by train from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Birmingham New Street (BHM).
Cheap train tickets from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) can start from as little as £18 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Cardiff Central (CDF) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) is £45; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The train time from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) is on average 1 h 56 min for the 87 mile long journey, but the time it takes to go from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) by train can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) leaves at 06: 23. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The last train from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) leaves at 20: 48.
There are 12 trains a day from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) which require at least one change with CrossCountry, West Midland Trains or Transport for Wales. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
When taking a train from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Birmingham New Street (BHM), you can count on CrossCountry, West Midland Trains or Transport for Wales for the best way to get you to Birmingham New Street (BHM). You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service to Birmingham New Street (BHM) from Cardiff Central (CDF) and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 20: 48.
Passengers board the train most frequently from Cardiff Central, which is located around 1.1 miles (1.8 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Birmingham New Street, located 1.7 miles (2.7 km) away from the city centre.
The cheapest month to travel from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) by train is February.
You have options as you can travel between Cardiff Central (CDF) and Birmingham New Street (BHM) 2 different ways: train or coach.
Trains departing from Cardiff Central
Distance from Cardiff Central to city center
1.1 miles (1.8 km)
Ticket Office Hours
Mon - Fri: 05: 40 - 21: 30 | Sat: 05: 40 - 21: 30 | Sun: 07: 30 - 21: 30
How to get to this station?
Commuter rail lines: City Line, Rhondda Line, Rhymney Line, Valley Line, South Wales Main Line
Train lines: Transport for Wales, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway
Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the rear car park (Penarth Road entrance)
Train lines: Transport for Wales, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway
Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the rear car park (Penarth Road entrance)
How to get to nearest airport?
Take the Transport for Wales train from the station to Dinas Powys, then take the 304 bus directly to the airport. The journey takes about 1 hour in total.Amenities at station
Wifi
Free Wi-Fi in the station.
ATM
Located outside of the main entrance.
Taxi
Taxi: Taxi rank is on the right as you exit the main station entrance
Shopping
Type of shops available: News agent and convenience store
Dining
Gourmet Coffee Bar & Kitchen | Pret a Manger | Tesco Express
Car Rentals
Avis | Enterprise | Europcar
Accessibility
There is step-free access in the whole station. There are also ramps for train access and elevators in the station.
Trains arriving to Birmingham New Street
Distance from Birmingham New Street to city center
1.7 miles (2.7 km)Ticket Office Hours
Mon - Sat: 05: 15 - 23: 00 | Sun: 07: 30 - 23: 00How to get to this station?
Bus lines: N5, N6, N8, 4, 9, 23, 45, 50, 61, X51, X70
Train lines: West Midlands, CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales
Onward travel information: There are nearby bus stops on Smallbrook Queensway and Hill Street Most buses are wheelchair accessible. ********************************************************************************************************** For information go to the local travel information office by the Stephenson Street entrance. Alternatively, visit Transport for West Midlands, or call 0121 214 7214.
Train lines: West Midlands, CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales
Onward travel information: There are nearby bus stops on Smallbrook Queensway and Hill Street Most buses are wheelchair accessible. ********************************************************************************************************** For information go to the local travel information office by the Stephenson Street entrance. Alternatively, visit Transport for West Midlands, or call 0121 214 7214.
How to get to nearest airport?
You can take a direct train for 10 minutes from the station to the airport with Avanti West Coast, West Midlands or CrossCountry.Amenities at station
Wifi
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available from Sky Wi-Fi The Cloud.
ATM
ATM machines are located on the paid concourse.
Taxi
Taxi: Taxis drop off with the'drop & go' in the Hill Street entrance. The taxi rank is on Navigation Street (Stephenson Street / Victoria Square exit). For more information visit Traintaxi | Accessible taxis: Taxis drop off within the'drop & go' off the Hill Street entrance. The taxi rank is on Navigation Street (Stephenson Street / Victoria Square exit). All taxis are accessible with manual wheelchairs, most are accessible with electric wheelchairs. For more information visit Traintaxi
Lockers
You can leave bags with Excess Baggage Co inside the entrance off Hill Street.
Shopping
Type of shops available: Boots located on the main concourse, before the ticket barrier Camden Food located beyond the ticket barrier Costa located beyond the ticket barrier next to Platform 5b escalator Funky Pigeon located beyond the ticket barrier between Platform escalators 9-10 M& S Food located on the main concourse Mi Casa Burritos located beyond the ticket barrier next to Platform 9 escalator The Pasty Shop located beyond the ticket barrier next to Platform 7 escalator W H Smith located on the main concourse, before the ticket barrier
Dining
All Bar One | Leon | Caffè Nero | Five Guys | Krispy Kreme | The Pasty Shop | Upper Crust | Wasabi | Starbucks | Hotel Chocolat
Car Rentals
Avis | British Rental Car
Information Desk
In the middle of the station.
Accessibility
Step-free access in the whole station and ramps available for train access. All platforms have elevators and escalators.
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