Trains from Cardiff to Birmingham New Street from $16.50*

Trains from Cardiff to Birmingham New Street from $16.50*

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Cardiff to Birmingham New Street Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Cardiff to Birmingham New Street? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as $16.50, with average prices for this route around $39.83. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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DepartureArrivalDurationOperator
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05:14
Cardiff Central
07:55
Birmingham New Street
2h 41m, Changes requiredGreat Western RailwayCrossCountry
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05:25
Cardiff Central
08:16
Birmingham New Street
2h 51m, Changes requiredTransport for WalesWest Midlands Trains
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06:20
Cardiff Central
08:19
Birmingham New Street
1h 59m, Changes requiredGreat Western RailwayCrossCountry
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06:39
Cardiff Central
08:45
Birmingham New Street
2h 6m, DirectCrossCountry
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07:18
Cardiff Central
09:19
Birmingham New Street
2h 1m, Changes requiredGreat Western RailwayCrossCountry
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07:27
Cardiff Central
09:55
Paris
2h 28m, Changes requiredGreat Western RailwayCrossCountry
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Cardiff to Birmingham New Street Train Route Details

The Cardiff to Birmingham New Street train ticket is from $16.50. The average travel time is 1h 56m, covering a distance of approximately 89 miles. There are usually 29 daily trains provided by CrossCountry,Great Western Railway,West Midlands Trains. To plan your train journey in advance, please refer to our train route table below.

First train
First train
05:14
Last train
Last train
19:30
Departure station
Departure station
Arrival station
Arrival station
Journey time
Journey time
1h 56m
Distance
Distance
89 miles
Price
Price
$16.50*

Cardiff to Birmingham New Street Train Travel Guide

Cardiff to Birmingham New Street Train Travel Guide

Arriving in Birmingham New Street

Every day, up to 29 train depart from Cardiff and arrive in Birmingham New Street, with the shortest journey taking 1h 56m minutes.

Book cheap train tickets from Cardiff to Birmingham New Street

Let's save unnecessary costs when traveling from Cardiff to Birmingham New Street by taking trains. The best way to find cheap train tickets is through Trip.com. We offer various discounted tips that can guide you towards a more affordable journey, such as using Railcards, Season Tickets, or Split Tickets. Explore the options below for more choices.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

How can you make your journey from Cardiff to Birmingham New Street cheaper? One option to consider is splitting your tickets, which can save you around an extra 30% on fares. Instead of purchasing a direct ticket from A to B, you can split the route into two sections: A to C and C to B. This often turns out to be more affordable than buying a direct ticket.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each designed to cater to specific groups of travelers. You can discover more about Railcards here.

Traveling during off-peak hours

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save money on your train journey from Cardiff to Birmingham New Street. These tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets and can be used during less busy periods, typically outside of the morning and evening rush hours. If your schedule allows for flexibility, opting for off-peak hours can lead to substantial cost savings. It's important to note that in most cities and large towns, off-peak hours usually start at 09:30 from Monday to Friday, while in other areas, they typically begin at 09:00.

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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.