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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train
| Cardiff Central | Birmingham New Street | ||||
| Train
| Cardiff Central | Birmingham New Street | ||||
| Train
| Cardiff Central | Birmingham New Street | ||||
| Train
| Cardiff Central | Birmingham New Street | ||||
| Train
| Cardiff Central | Birmingham New Street |
Compare 2 ways to go from Cardiff to Birmingham
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Birmingham. The journey takes about 2 hours and with fares starting at just R$114, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 48 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the departure location but often complained with the wifi. CrossCountry ticket prices on this trip start at R$114
CrossCountry Cardiff Birmingham recent customer reviews
No adapter for Phone battery in the coach
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Cardiff to Birmingham by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Cardiff to Birmingham?
The cheapest train tickets from Cardiff to Birmingham start from R$114. The average price for this train route is around R$197. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Cardiff to Birmingham?
The average train ride duration from Cardiff to Birmingham is 2h, covering a distance of 88 miles (142 km). The quickest train can get you there in 2h and is operated by CrossCountry.
Which train operators service the Cardiff to Birmingham route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 5 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Cardiff to Birmingham?
The earliest train departs from Cardiff to Birmingham at 7:45am. And the latest train departs at 9:45pm.
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 Oct 7, 2026 with a price of R$108To 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 R$108 to R$108 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 R$108 which is on 2026-10-07.
