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The cheapest and fastest trains from Solihull to Cardiff
Showing times and prices for 06 Dec
Cheapest price
£34
Average price
£48
Fastest journey
2 h 40 m
Average duration
2 h 51 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
141 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Solihull to Cardiff is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Solihull to Cardiff will cost around £48 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £34.
Fast trains
Of the 4 trains that leave Solihull for Cardiff every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 141 km distance in an average of 2 h 51 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 40 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 15 m 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.
06:113h15
Solihull09:26Cardiff
£341One-way
0 changes
06:412h45
Solihull09:26Cardiff
£351One-way
0 changes
05:462h40
Solihull08:26Cardiff
£351One-way
0 changes
07:562h45
Solihull10:41Cardiff
£891One-way
0 changes
05:462h40
Solihull08:26Cardiff
£351One-way
0 changes
06:412h45
Solihull09:26Cardiff
£351One-way
0 changes
07:562h45
Solihull10:41Cardiff
£891One-way
0 changes
06:113h15
Solihull09:26Cardiff
£341One-way
0 changes
Live departures
Solihull to Cardiff train times
The table below shows live departures for Solihull to Cardiff trains for today, Friday 5 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 13:43
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17:55 Solihull | 3h34 | 21:29 Cardiff | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 6 December | |||||
| 05:46 Solihull | 2h40 | 08:26 Cardiff | 0 changesdirect | |
| 06:11 Solihull | 3h15 | 09:26 Cardiff | 0 changesdirect | |
| 06:41 Solihull | 2h45 | 09:26 Cardiff | 0 changesdirect | |
| 07:56 Solihull | 2h45 | 10:41 Cardiff | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Solihull to Cardiff
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Solihull to Cardiff run on average 2 times per day, taking around 2h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £25 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:35, the last at 21:14. The fastest train covers the 141 km distance in 2h 45m.
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.
Price information
Distance 141 km |
Average train duration 2h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price £25 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 2h 45m |
First train 04:35 |
Last train 21:14 |
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.
Price information
Train companies: CrossCountry, Chiltern Railways, West Midlands Trains from Solihull to Cardiff trainsCrossCountry, Chiltern Railways, West Midlands Trains trains will get you between Solihull and Cardiff from £25. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
CrossCountry
About
CrossCountry is a fast-speed train operator in the United Kingdom, offering both express and regional services across the country. Express services, such as the CrossCountry Voyager and XC Trains, provide quick and comfortable journeys with amenities like free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. Regional services, including the CrossCountry Regional and Regional Express, make more local stops for a leisurely trip. Ticket options include Standard Class and First Class, as well as Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak fares to suit different budgets and schedules. Popular routes include London to Birmingham, Manchester to Edinburgh, and Bristol to Reading.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 40m
Cheapest Price
£34
CrossCountry frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage storage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled services
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket
Quiet zone
Chiltern Railways
About
Chiltern Railways is a regional train company in the United Kingdom which is owned by Arriva Trains and has operated since 1996. Check the different ticket types for your next #[+travelMode] #[+journey]: Duo, Anytime, Season, Super Off Peak, Off Peak and Advance. syn p Chiltern Railways is a train company based in the United Kingdom with trains #[+journey]. It operates services from London Marylebone to Birmingham Snow Hill, Oxford, Banbury, Aylesbury, High Wycombe, and Stratford-upon-Avon. It also runs services from Birmingham Moor Street to Stratford-upon-Avon. Chiltern Railways offers a range of train types, including InterCity 125, Class 165 and Class 168 trains. These trains are equipped with comfortable seating, air conditioning, power sockets, and free Wi-Fi. The company offers a variety of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak, and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include a café bar, a shop, and a quiet coach. The most popular routes for Chiltern Railways are London Marylebone to Birmingham Snow Hill, Oxford, and High Wycombe.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 20m
Cheapest Price
£122
Chiltern Railways frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservation for £3. Free for Advance tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets free in carriers. Dogs allowed with lead
Quiet zone
West Midlands Trains
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 11m
West Midlands Trains frequency
10 a day
FAQs: Solihull to Cardiff train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Solihull to Cardiff 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 Cardiff, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The train journey from Solihull to Cardiff offers a pleasant mix of urban and rural landscapes, with views of the picturesque English countryside, including rolling hills and charming villages, making it a scenic experience for travellers.
Two to three days are ideal to explore Cardiff's main attractions, including Cardiff Castle, the National Museum Cardiff, and the revitalised Cardiff Bay area.
Booking trains from Solihull to Cardiff in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
In Cardiff, you can enjoy performances at the Millennium Centre, explore the vibrant nightlife in the city centre, take a scenic boat tour around Cardiff Bay, and have an adventurous day at Cardiff International White Water. Visit Cardiff Market for shopping and dining, discover Cardiff Castle and St Fagans National Museum of History, explore Cardiff Bay's attractions, enjoy the National Museum Cardiff's collections, and relax in Bute Park.
The cost of a train ticket from Solihull to Cardiff can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £25, while the average price tends to be around £60.
A day trip from Solihull to Cardiff is not feasible as the travel duration is 2h 45m. There are 2 trains per day.
The cheapest way to get from Solihull to Cardiff is by train, costing approximately £25.
To get from Solihull to Cardiff, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
The train station in Solihull that goes to Cardiff is Solihull station (SOL), and it arrives at Cardiff Central (CDF).
The train distance from Solihull to Cardiff is 141 km.
The train journey from Solihull to Cardiff covers a distance of 141 km and takes approximately 2h 45m. Trains run 2 per day.
The first train from Solihull to Cardiff leaves at 4:35.
The last train from Solihull to Cardiff departs at 21:14.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Solihull to Cardiff.
Yes, you can take the train from Solihull to Cardiff.
Trains from Solihull to Cardiff run approximately 2 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Solihull to Cardiff.
There is no night train service from Solihull to Cardiff.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Solihull and Cardiff
Solihull
Cardiff
The major train station for departures in Solihull is Olton. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Olton for your trip from Solihull to Cardiff.
Amenities at train station
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
Lounge
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday 07:00 - 15:00 Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 07:00 - 13:0017:00 - 19:00 Friday 07:00 - 20:00 Saturday 08:00 - 20:00 Sunday 11:00 - 13:00
Distance to city center
3 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- 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: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Outside Main Station Entrance
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Olton
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: In the event of engineering the bus/coach will collect from: Outside station entrance
Amenities at train station
Wifi
ShoppingParkingDining
ATMAccessibility
WCLounge
Lost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:35 - 00:00 Saturday 06:15 - 00:00 Sunday 09:10 - 23:50
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step Free Access Category A. Step free access to platforms via lifts.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible taxis: If you would like us to assist you in booking an accessible taxi for your onward journey please contact 03456 005 165.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: Between platforms 1 and 2
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Between Platforms 1 & 2.
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: on platform 1
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 03456 005 165
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
The major train station for arrivals in Cardiff is Cathays. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Cathays for your journey to Cardiff from Solihull.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibility
HotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 07:30 - 18:30 Saturday 09:30 - 15:30 Sunday Closed
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- 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
Hotel
- Travelodge
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Arrival screens
Public transport options for Cathays
- Onward travel information: The nearest bus stop is on Park Place
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the bus stops adjacent to the Cardiff University Students' Union on Park Place
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATM
TaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental
Car Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sat: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sun: 07:30 - 21:30
Wifi
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
Shopping
- Type of shops available: News agent and convenience store
Parking
- Car Park: Brewery Car park
Dining
- Gourmet Coffee Bar & Kitchen
- Pret a Manger
- Tesco Express
Taxis
- Taxi: Taxi rank is on the right as you exit the main station entrance
Accessibility
- There is step-free access in the whole station. There are also ramps for train access and elevators in the station.
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platforms 1 to 8. The National Key toilets are located in the East Subway near the lifts and on Platform 8; these toilets are operated by a radar key and are only available during staffing hours.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National Key/Accessible toilets are located in the East Subway near the lifts and on Platform 8; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key and are only available during staffing hours.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Hotel
- Clayton Hotel Cardiff
- Cardiff Marriott Hotel
- Travelodge Cardiff Central
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: On platforms 1/2, 3/4, 6/7 and 8.
Ticket Office
- Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sat: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sun: 07:30 - 21:30
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: East end of platforms 1 and 2, 3 and 4, 6 and 7 - also at the front and rear of the station.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Cardiff Central
- 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)
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike ParkingBike Rentalinformation
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B2. Step free access to Platform 1 (to Cardiff) from Leckwith Road. Step free access to Platform 2 (to Radyr) Leckwith Road via a ramp with a steep gradient
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine(s) do not accept cash. Payment is by major debit and credit cards only.
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: The bicycle stands can be found on Platform 1 (to Cardiff).
- Storage CCTV: No
Public transport options for Ninian Park
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait at the station entrance on Leckwith Road close to traffic lights
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