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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)
Cheapest price on 13 Oct
£18
Average ticket price on 13 Oct
£43
Fastest journey on 13 Oct
2 h
Average journey duration on 13 Oct
2 h
Trains on 13 Oct
30
Distance
142 km
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.
The average ticket from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) will cost around £43 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £18.
On Tue 13 Oct, we found 30 trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Birmingham New Street (BHM), including 16 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 142 km distance in an average of 2 h but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h .
The slowest trains will take 2 h and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
G0093621:452h17Cardiff Central (CDF)0:02Birmingham New Street (BHM)£181One-way0 changes- G0092116:452h00Cardiff Central (CDF)18:45Birmingham New Street (BHM)£181One-way0 changes
- G667128:452h00Cardiff Central (CDF)10:45Birmingham New Street (BHM)£271One-way0 changes
- G0093120:452h00Cardiff Central (CDF)22:45Birmingham New Street (BHM)£271One-way0 changes
- G6681519:502h04Cardiff Central (CDF)21:54Birmingham New Street (BHM)£271One-way0 changes
- G667128:452h00Cardiff Central (CDF)10:45Birmingham New Street (BHM)£271One-way0 changes
- G0093120:452h00Cardiff Central (CDF)22:45Birmingham New Street (BHM)£271One-way0 changes
- G0092116:452h00Cardiff Central (CDF)18:45Birmingham New Street (BHM)£181One-way0 changes
- G6683717:452h00Cardiff Central (CDF)19:45Birmingham New Street (BHM)£271One-way0 changes
- G0094110:452h00Cardiff Central (CDF)12:45Birmingham New Street (BHM)£361One-way0 changes
Journey information
Overview: Train from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)
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Trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £15 but you can travel from only £5 by coach.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:53, the last at 20:45. The fastest train covers the 142 km distance in 1h 41m.
Distance 142 km |
Average train duration 1h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price £15 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 1h 41m |
First train 4:53 |
Last train 20:45 |
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Live departures
Cardiff Central (CDF) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) train times
The table below shows live departures for Cardiff Central (CDF) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) trains for today, Monday 12 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G00900 | On time 11:45 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2h00 | 13:45 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
 Y62071+G00872 | On time 12:10 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2h09 | 14:19 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 change | |
| G00947 | On time 12:45 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2h00 | 14:45 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Y62070+G00876 | On time 13:10 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2h15 | 15:25 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 change | |
| G00905 | On time 13:45 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2h00 | 15:45 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W44760+G00883 | On time 14:10 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2h14 | 16:24 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 change | |
| G00946 | On time 14:45 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2h00 | 16:45 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Y62022+G00888 | On time 15:10 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2h14 | 17:24 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 change | |
| G66797 | On time 15:45 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2h00 | 17:45 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G39633+G00894 | On time 16:10 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2h14 | 18:24 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 change | |
| G00921 | On time 16:45 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2h00 | 18:45 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Y61680+G66779 | On time 17:10 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2h08 | 19:18 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 change | |
| G66837 | On time 17:45 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2h00 | 19:45 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G39639+G00908 | On time 18:10 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2h19 | 20:29 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 change | |
| G66813 | On time 18:45 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2h01 | 20:46 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G66815 | On time 19:50 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2h04 | 21:54 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G00931 | On time 20:45 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2h00 | 22:45 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Y63482+G66829 | On time 21:09 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2h45 | 23:54 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 change | |
| G00936 | On time 21:45 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2h17 | 0:02 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Tuesday 13 October | |||||
| W45135+G66716 | 6:10 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2h09 | 8:19 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 change | |
| G00844 | 6:40 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2h05 | 8:45 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Y61953+G66721 | 7:10 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2h10 | 9:20 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 change | |
| G00938 | 7:45 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2h00 | 9:45 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G39598+G00854 | 8:10 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2h14 | 10:24 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 change | |
| G66712 | 8:45 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2h00 | 10:45 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Y61973+G66730 | 9:10 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2h09 | 11:19 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 change | |
| G01067 | 9:45 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2h04 | 11:49 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Y61994+G66735 | 10:10 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2h09 | 12:19 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 change | |
| G00941 | 10:45 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2h00 | 12:45 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Y61971+G00865 | 11:10 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2h09 | 13:19 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 change | |
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FAQs: Cardiff Central (CDF) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Birmingham New Street (BHM), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Cardiff Central (CDF) and Birmingham New Street (BHM)
Most Cardiff Central (CDF) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) trains use the Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Street station pair. Use this guide to compare Cardiff Central (CDF) and Birmingham New Street (BHM) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Cardiff Central from Cardiff city centre
Cardiff Central train station facilities and services
Cardiff Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food options include: Gourmet Coffee Bar & Kitchen, Pret a Manger, Tesco Express
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located outside of the main entrance.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30, Sat: 05:40 - 21:30, Sun: 07:30 - 21:30.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cardiff Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Cardiff Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cardiff Central: There is step-free access in the whole station. There are also ramps for train access and elevators in the station.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Clayton Hotel Cardiff, Cardiff Marriott Hotel, Travelodge Cardiff Central.
Getting to Birmingham New Street from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham New Street train station facilities and services
Birmingham New Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: All Bar One, Leon, Caffè Nero, Five Guys, Krispy Kreme, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Wasabi, Starbucks, Hotel Chocolat
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available from Sky Wi-Fi The Cloud. ATMs are aTM machines are located on the paid concourse.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00, Sun: 07:30 - 23:00. Information desks are in the middle of the station.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave bags with Excess Baggage Co inside the entrance off Hill Street. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham New Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham New Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham New Street: Step-free access in the whole station and ramps available for train access. All platforms have elevators and escalators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Birmingham City Center, Premier Inn Birmingham City Center (New St Station), Radisson Blue Hotel, Birmingham.
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