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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Cardiff Central | Birmingham New Street | CheapestFastest | ||||
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| Train | Cardiff Central | Birmingham New Street | No tags | ||||
| Train | Cardiff Central | Birmingham New Street | No tags | ||||
| Train | Cardiff Central | Birmingham New Street | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Cardiff to Birmingham
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Birmingham. The journey takes about 2 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just €14, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 46 reviews, the company was rated 4.3 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the departure location but often complained with the power outlets. CrossCountry ticket prices on this trip start at €19
CrossCountry Cardiff Birmingham recent customer reviews
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cardiff to Birmingham by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much does a train ticket cost from Cardiff to Birmingham?
The cheapest train tickets from Cardiff to Birmingham start from €19. The average price for this train route is around €28. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Cardiff to Birmingham?
The average train journey time from Cardiff to Birmingham is 2h, covering a distance of 142 km. The fastest train gets you there in 1h 56m and is operated by CrossCountry.
Which train operators serve the Cardiff to Birmingham route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 4 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Cardiff to Birmingham?
The earliest train from Cardiff to Birmingham departs at 07:45. And the latest train departs at 20:49.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Cardiff to Birmingham was searched and found on 23 Jan 2026 with a price of €18To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Cardiff to Birmingham as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from €18 to €100 for a train ticket from Cardiff to Birmingham based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at €27, which is on 2026-01-24.