Trains from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Central from $14.32*

Trains from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Central from $14.32*

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Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Central Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Central, starting from $14.32 and averaging $73.50. The entire journey takes no more than 2h 45m. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

  • Oct 6
    Sun
  • Oct 7
    Mon
    From $14.32
  • Oct 8
    Tue
    From $14.45
  • Oct 9
    Wed
    From $14.32
  • Oct 10
    Thu
    From $17.21
  • Oct 11
    Fri
    From $14.32
  • Oct 12
    Sat
    From $17.21
  • 19:00
    Birmingham New Street
    21:46
    Cardiff Central
    2h 46m, Changes required
    West Midlands TrainsTransport for Wales
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  • 20:20
    Birmingham New Street
    23:45
    Cardiff Central
    3h 25m, Changes required
    CrossCountryTransport for Wales
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  • 21:00
    Birmingham New Street
    01:16+1
    Cardiff Central
    4h 16m, Changes required
    West Midlands TrainsTransport for Wales
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  • 22:20
    Birmingham New Street
    06:54+1
    Paris
    8h 34m, Changes required
    CrossCountryTransport for Wales
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Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Central Train Route Details

The Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Central train ticket is from $14.32. The average travel time is 2h 45m, covering a distance of approximately 142 mile. There are usually 15 daily trains provided by Transport for Wales,West Midlands Trains,CrossCountry. To plan your train journey in advance, please refer to our train route table below.

First train
First train
10:00
Last train
Last train
22:20
Departure station
Departure station
Arrival station
Arrival station
Journey time
Journey time
2h 45m
Distance
Distance
142 mile
Price
Price
$14.32*
Train operators
Train operators
Transport for Wales, West Midlands Trains, CrossCountry

Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Central Train Travel Guide

Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Central Train Travel Guide

Arriving in Cardiff Central

With a journey time as short as 2h 45m, you can reach Cardiff Central from Birmingham New Street, with an average of 15 train per day.

Book cheap train tickets from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Central

It doesn’t need to be difficult to find cheap train tickets from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Central. If you know where to look and how to take advantage of available discounts and travel options, then saving money with Trip.com becomes second nature. Here are some of our top tips to help you save money on your train travel.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Booking in advance is one of the most effective ways to get cheap train tickets. Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to purchasing tickets closer to the departure date. By planning your trip from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Central ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting your tickets involves purchasing separate tickets for different segments of your journey instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. This method is legal and can often result in cheaper fares. For example, if you are travelling from A to B, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than purchasing a direct ticket.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, there's good news for you! You can take advantage of group travel discounts that are offered by many train companies. These discounts can save you up to 1/3 on off-peak fares, making your journey from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Central more affordable. Whether you're traveling with your family, friends, or colleagues, the group save options make it easier for everyone to enjoy the benefits of discounted fares while embarking on a memorable trip together.

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*Prices are dynamic and subject to change. Ticket prices vary based on time of day, route, and class. Prices shown do not include split ticket and Railcard discounts.