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Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery
Major city museum and gallery with fine art, Birmingham history and global collections in a landmark building.
Cheapest price on Oct 20
$10
Average ticket price on Oct 20
$16
Fastest journey on Oct 20
2 h 35 m
Average journey duration on Oct 20
3 h 13 m
Buses on Oct 20
9
Distance
142 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Cardiff to Birmingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cardiff to Birmingham will cost around $16 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $10.
On Tue, Oct 20, we found 9 buses from Cardiff to Birmingham, including 6 direct services.
On Tue, Oct 20 the direct buses cover the 142 km distance in an average of 3 h 13 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 35 m .
On Tue, Oct 20 the slowest buses will take 3 h 45 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.
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FlixBusBuses from Cardiff to Birmingham run on average 11 times per day, taking around 3h 21m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $9 if you book in advance.
There are 7 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:45, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 88 miles (142 km) distance in 2h 25m.
Distance 88 miles (142 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price $9 |
Buses per day 11 |
Direct buses 7 |
Fastest bus 2h 25m |
First bus 12:45 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:45AM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 5h45 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:30AM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:40AM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:45AM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:10AM | Arrival Time 09:55AM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:25AM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:45AM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:40AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:35AM | Arrival Time 01:00PM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:10PM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:15PM | Arrival Time 03:45PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:25PM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 2h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:35PM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 4h25 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:40PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 08:15PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:25PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:40PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:20PM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $9 |
The table below shows live departures for Cardiff to Birmingham buses for today, Monday, October 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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NX111 | 9:35 AM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 3h25 | 1:00 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:15 PM Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 3h30 | 3:45 PM Birmingham | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX112 | 12:25 PM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 2h35 | 3:00 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX202 · NX100 | 12:40 PM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 4h20 | 5:00 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 4:00 PM Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 4h15 | 8:15 PM Birmingham | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:20 PM Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 2h50 | 9:10 PM Birmingham | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, October 20 | |||||
NX202 · NX100 | 4:40 AM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 4h50 | 9:30 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 6:10 AM Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 3h45 | 9:55 AM Birmingham | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX202 · NX100 | 6:25 AM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 4h35 | 11:00 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
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Major city museum and gallery with fine art, Birmingham history and global collections in a landmark building.
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Historic home of the Pre-Raphaelite artists, showing furnished rooms, artworks and craft details.
Restored canal-side quarter with waterside walks, bars, heritage buildings and easy access to major venues.
Lively canal junction area with historic warehouses, footbridges and one of Birmingham's best urban walks.
Creative district known for street art, independent culture, music heritage and alternative city energy.
A rich curry style developed by Birmingham's South Asian community, often cooked with green chillies, coriander and onions. It is the city's signature dish.
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Michelin-starred fine dining by Aktar Islam, known for modern Indian tasting menus in an elegant canal-side setting.
Refined modern British restaurant with inventive tasting menus and polished service in a smart city-centre dining room.
Celebrated Indian vegetarian restaurant in Sparkbrook, loved for dosas, chaats and sweets in a busy casual setting.
Moderate for UK city breaks: hotels and dining are usually cheaper than London, while local transit and casual meals are fairly manageable for tourists.
Service may be included in restaurants; otherwise tip 10-12.5% for good service. Taxis are often rounded up or tipped about 10%. Tipping in cafes is optional.
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Birmingham Coach Station -> Birmingham New Street, Birmingham
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff to Birmingham by bus. 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 bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Birmingham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Cardiff to Birmingham buses use the Cardiff, Sophia Gardens to Birmingham, Coach Station station pair, with some services arriving at Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway. Use this guide to compare Cardiff and Birmingham bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Cardiff, Sophia Gardens has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Cardiff, Sophia Gardens. ATMs are available at Cardiff, Sophia Gardens.
Ticket office support is available at Cardiff, Sophia Gardens.
Available at Cardiff, Sophia Gardens: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Cardiff, Sophia Gardens: Basic accessibility features available.
Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens). ATMs are available at Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens).
Ticket office support is available at Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens).
Available at Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens): Accessible for passengers with reduced mobility.
Birmingham, Coach Station is 1 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Birmingham, Coach Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria and fast-food options inside the station
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham, Coach Station.
Available at Birmingham, Coach Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham, Coach Station: Elevators, ramps.
Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway. ATMs are available at Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway.
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway.
Available at Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway: Bus stops are wheelchair accessible.
Birmingham has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Multiple fast food and cafes inside
Free Wi-Fi available within the station. ATMs are multiple ATMs available inside the station.
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham.
Available at Birmingham: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham: Wheelchair accessible entrances and facilities.
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