Cardiff Central (CDF) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) train

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Cheap train tickets from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)

Showing times and prices for 21 Sept

Cheapest

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

Cheapest
Cross Country
C48411
20:002h06
Cardiff Central (CDF)
22:06Birmingham New Street (BHM)
£391One-way
0 changes
Cross Country
C89386
19:522h03
Cardiff Central (CDF)
21:55Birmingham New Street (BHM)
£521One-way
1 change

Train timetableCardiff Central (CDF) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)

Showing trains for tomorrow, Saturday 21 September
Cross Country
C89386
19:522h03
Cardiff Central (CDF)
21:55Birmingham New Street (BHM)
1 change
Cross Country
C48411
20:002h06
Cardiff Central (CDF)
22:06Birmingham New Street (BHM)
0 changes

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Train times from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)

Showing times and prices for 21 Sept

Fastest Journey

2 h 3 m

Average

2 h 4 m

Trains per day

2

Distance

142 km

Of the 2 trains that leave Cardiff Central (CDF) for Birmingham New Street (BHM) every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

Fastest
Cross Country
C89386
19:522h03
Cardiff Central (CDF)
21:55Birmingham New Street (BHM)
£521One-way
1 change
Cross Country
C48411
20:002h06
Cardiff Central (CDF)
22:06Birmingham New Street (BHM)
£391One-way
0 changes

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Overview: Train from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)

distanceDistance87 miles
durationAverage train duration1 h 57 min
priceAverage train ticket price£44 (€50)
frequencyTrain frequency16 a day
changesDirect trainYes
carriersTrain providersCrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales or first_great_western

Trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) cover the 87 miles long trip taking on average 1 h 57 min with our travel partners like CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales or first_great_western. Normally, there are 16 trains operating per day, including direct services available. While the average ticket price for this journey costs around £44, you can find the cheapest train ticket for as low as £19.

Train providers: CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains and Transport for Wales trains Cardiff Central (CDF) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)

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CrossCountry from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) train information:

  • Average Duration: 1 h 56 min
  • Cheapest Price: £18
  • CrossCountry frequency: 5 a day

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).
FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) can start from as little as £19 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Cardiff Central (CDF) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) is £44; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Cardiff Central (CDF) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) train travel time is 1 h 57 min   for the 87 mile long route, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) leaves at 04: 40. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) leaves at 20: 45.
There are 16 trains a day from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) which require at least one change with CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales or first_great_western. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
For the best Cardiff Central (CDF) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) train to purchase, you can travel safely and comfortably with CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales or first_great_western. However, it's always good to check all possible train companies with services to Birmingham New Street (BHM) from Cardiff Central (CDF) to compare what amenities they may offer.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 20: 45.
A day trip to Birmingham New Street (BHM) from Cardiff Central (CDF) is worth doing with a journey time of 1 h 57 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) by train is February.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) including taking a train or coach.

Trains departing from Cardiff Central

Distance from Cardiff Central to city center
Distance from Cardiff Central to city center
1.1 miles (1.8 km)
Ticket Office Hours
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?
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)
Nearest Airport
Nearest Airport
Cardiff Airport
14 miles
How to get to nearest airport?
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
Wifi
Free Wi-Fi in the station.
ATM
ATM
Located outside of the main entrance.
Taxi
Taxi
Taxi: Taxi rank is on the right as you exit the main station entrance
Shopping
Shopping
Type of shops available: News agent and convenience store
Dining
Dining
Gourmet Coffee Bar & Kitchen | Pret a Manger | Tesco Express
Car Rentals
Car Rentals
Avis | Enterprise | Europcar
Accessibility
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
Distance from Birmingham New Street to city center
1.7 miles (2.7 km)
Ticket Office Hours
Ticket Office Hours
Mon - Sat: 05: 15 - 23: 00 | Sun: 07: 30 - 23: 00
How to get to this station?
How 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.
Nearest Airport
Nearest Airport
Birmingham International Airport
9 miles
How to get to nearest airport?
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
Wifi
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available from Sky Wi-Fi The Cloud.
ATM
ATM
ATM machines are located on the paid concourse.
Taxi
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
Lockers
You can leave bags with Excess Baggage Co inside the entrance off Hill Street.
Shopping
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
Dining
All Bar One | Leon | Caffè Nero | Five Guys | Krispy Kreme | The Pasty Shop | Upper Crust | Wasabi | Starbucks | Hotel Chocolat
Car Rentals
Car Rentals
Avis | British Rental Car
Information Desk
Information Desk
In the middle of the station.
Accessibility
Accessibility
Step-free access in the whole station and ramps available for train access. All platforms have elevators and escalators.

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