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Sutton Park National Nature Reserve Visitor Centre
Historic house museum in Sutton Park with furnished rooms, exhibitions and a moat. A key place to explore local heritage.
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Overview: Train from Cardiff to Sutton Coldfield
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Take a train from Cardiff to Sutton Coldfield and enjoy the approximately 153 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 05:14, the last at 21:30.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
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Distance 153 km |
First train 5:14 |
Last train 21:30 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 49 days |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
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Complete guide to Sutton Coldfield
Things to do in Sutton Coldfield
Discover the best of Sutton Coldfield — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Sutton Coldfield trip today.
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RBSA Gallery
Nearby art venue with exhibitions, workshops and events in a restored mill setting, popular with visitors to the wider area.
Made in Sutton Gallery
Independent gallery showing contemporary art and craft in the town centre. It is a good stop for local creative work.
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Sutton Park
Large park of heathland, woodland, lakes and trails. It is the area’s signature outdoor attraction for walking and wildlife.
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Powell's Pool
Attractive lake area in Sutton Park, popular for waterside walks, birdwatching and peaceful views close to the town centre.
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Rectory Park
Historic landscaped park with open lawns, mature trees and a large pool. A pleasant local favourite for short walks and relaxation.
FAQs: Cardiff to Sutton Coldfield train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff to Sutton Coldfield 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 Sutton Coldfield, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The train distance from Cardiff to Sutton Coldfield is 153 km.
The first train from Cardiff to Sutton Coldfield leaves at 5:14.
The last train from Cardiff to Sutton Coldfield departs at 21:30.
To travel from Cardiff to Sutton Coldfield, you can take a .
There is no night train service from Cardiff to Sutton Coldfield.
Booking trains from Cardiff to Sutton Coldfield in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Two to three days in Sutton Coldfield are typically sufficient to explore its main attractions, including Sutton Park, the historic town centre, and nearby sites like Aston Hall.
Currently, there is no direct train service available from Cardiff to Sutton Coldfield.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Cardiff and Sutton Coldfield
Most Cardiff to Sutton Coldfield trains use the Cardiff Central to Sutton Coldfield station pair, with some services arriving at Four Oaks. Use this guide to compare Cardiff and Sutton Coldfield train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Cardiff
Arrival train stations in Sutton Coldfield
Cardiff CentralCentral Square, Cardiff CF10 1EP, United Kingdom+44 3457114141
City-centre transport
Getting to Cardiff Central from Cardiff city centre
Bus24, 25, 27, 86, 62, 30, 35, 21, 136, 7, 23, 63, 64 · 3m · £2 · every ~47 min
C1 · 5m · every ~8 min
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.
LlandafLlandaf station, Station Road, Llandaf, Cardiff, CF14 2EZ+44 3333211202
City-centre transport
Getting to Llandaf from Cardiff city centre
Llandaf is 4 km from Cardiff city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainCardiff Bay - Pontypridd, Cardiff Central - Merthyr Tydfil, Cardiff Central - Treherbert, Cardiff Central - Pontypridd, Aberdare - Merthyr Tydfil, Cardiff Central - Radyr, Radyr - Radyr, Cardiff Bay - Radyr · 3m · £0.90 · every ~11 min
Cardiff Bay - Pontypridd, Cardiff Central - Merthyr Tydfil, Cardiff Central - Treherbert, Cardiff Central - Pontypridd, Aberdare - Merthyr Tydfil, Cardiff Central - Radyr, Radyr - Radyr, Cardiff Bay - Radyr · 6m · £2 · every ~11 min
Cardiff Central - Merthyr Tydfil, Cardiff Central - Treherbert, Cardiff Central - Pontypridd, Aberdare - Merthyr Tydfil, Cardiff Central - Radyr, Radyr - Radyr · 10m · £2 · every ~8 min
Bus24 · 27m · £2 · every ~6 min
24, 25, 101, 102 · 30m · £2 · every ~12 min
Llandaf train station facilities and services
Llandaf has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Llandaf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Llandaf. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 03333 211202, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Llandaf: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Llandaf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Llandaf: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A. Step free access to Platform 1 (to Cardiff) via a footbridge with lifts. Step free access to Platform 2 (to Pontypridd) from the station car park. Access between the platforms is via a footbridge with lifts, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: There are two ticket machines. One accepts cash and the other accepts payment by major debit and credit cards only, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
CathaysCathays station, Plas-y-Parc, Cardiff, Cardiff, CF10 3LU
City-centre transport
Getting to Cathays from Cardiff city centre
TrainCardiff Central - Merthyr Tydfil, Cardiff Central - Treherbert, Cardiff Central - Pontypridd, Aberdare - Merthyr Tydfil, Cardiff Central - Radyr, Radyr - Radyr · 6m · £0.90 · every ~8 min
BusC1 · 16m · every ~8 min
Cathays train station facilities and services
Cathays has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Cathays.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Cathays. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 03333 211202, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cathays: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Cathays: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cathays: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B3. While both platforms are step-free, there is no facility for wheelchair users, mobility scooter users or persons with reduced mobility to cross between Platform 1 and 2 due to a steep footbridge. Customers who have travelled from the Valleys and wish to access the University or the Civic Centre are advised to travel to Queen Street station, change onto a North-bound service and alight at Cathays on the return service, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine(s) take cash, and major debit and credit cards. The machine on the Cardiff-bound platform is only available during staffing hours. The machine on the Pontypridd-bound platform is available all the time, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Travelodge.
Which Sutton Coldfield station do trains from Cardiff arrive at?
Trains from Cardiff to Sutton Coldfield most often arrive at Sutton Coldfield. Some services arrive at Four Oaks, so check your ticket before travel to confirm your Sutton Coldfield arrival station.
Sutton ColdfieldSutton Coldfield station, Railway Road, Sutton Coldfield, West Midlands, B73 6AY
City-centre transport
Getting to Sutton Coldfield from Sutton Coldfield city centre
BusX4, X14, 71, 77S, 77B · 2m · £2 · every ~46 min
Sutton Coldfield train station facilities and services
Sutton Coldfield has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Sutton Coldfield.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Sutton Coldfield. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Sutton Coldfield: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Sutton Coldfield: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Sutton Coldfield: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: A Ticket Vending Machine is located on Platform 2, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Four OaksFour Oaks station, Lichfield Road, Sutton Coldfield, West Midlands, B74 2TD
City-centre transport
Getting to Four Oaks from Sutton Coldfield city centre
Four Oaks is 1 km from Sutton Coldfield city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainBirmingham New Street - Lichfield Trent Valley High Level, Longbridge - Lichfield Trent Valley High Level, Redditch - Lichfield Trent Valley High Level, Birmingham New Street - Four Oaks, Redditch - Four Oaks, Bromsgrove - Four Oaks, Bromsgrove - Lichfield City, Bromsgrove - Lichfield Trent Valley High Level, Longbridge - Four Oaks · 4m · £0.90 · every ~8 min
Bus78 · 3m · £2
Four Oaks train station facilities and services
Four Oaks has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Four Oaks. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Four Oaks: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Four Oaks: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Four Oaks: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: A Ticket Vending Machine is situated on Lichfield bound platform, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Butlers LaneButlers Lane station, Butlers Lane, Four Oaks, West Midlands, B74 4RT
City-centre transport
Getting to Butlers Lane from Sutton Coldfield city centre
Butlers Lane is 3 km from Sutton Coldfield city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainBirmingham New Street - Lichfield Trent Valley High Level, Longbridge - Lichfield Trent Valley High Level, Redditch - Lichfield Trent Valley High Level, Bromsgrove - Lichfield City, Bromsgrove - Lichfield Trent Valley High Level · 6m · £0.90 · every ~4 min
BusX3 · 12m · £2 · every ~10 min
Butlers Lane train station facilities and services
Butlers Lane has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Butlers Lane.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Butlers Lane. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Butlers Lane: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Butlers Lane: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Butlers Lane: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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