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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cardiff, Penarth Road (Cardiff Central Station) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)
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Trains from Cardiff, Penarth Road (Cardiff Central Station) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) run on average 25 times per day, taking around 2h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £85 if you book in advance.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:54, the last at 23:37. The fastest train covers the 142 km distance in 1h 55m.
Distance 142 km |
Average train duration 2h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price £85 |
Trains per day 25 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 1h 55m |
First train 5:54 |
Last train 23:37 |
Train companies: Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR), Transport for Wales from Cardiff, Penarth Road (Cardiff Central Station) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) trainsCross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR), Transport for Wales trains will get you between Cardiff, Penarth Road (Cardiff Central Station) and Birmingham New Street (BHM) from £85. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Great Western Railway (GWR)
Transport for Wales
FAQs: Cardiff, Penarth Road (Cardiff Central Station) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff, Penarth Road (Cardiff Central Station) 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, Penarth Road (Cardiff Central Station) and Birmingham New Street (BHM)
Most Cardiff, Penarth Road (Cardiff Central Station) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) trains use the Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Street station pair. Use this guide to compare Cardiff, Penarth Road (Cardiff Central Station) 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 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.
Most popular trains to and from Birmingham New Street (BHM) and Cardiff, Penarth Road (Cardiff Central Station)
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