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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Cardiff Central (CDF)
Cheapest price
$37
Average price
$80
Fastest journey
1 h 50 m
Average duration
1 h 53 m
Trains per day
46
Distance
142 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Cardiff Central (CDF) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Cardiff Central (CDF) will cost around $80 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $37.
Of the 46 trains that leave Birmingham New Street (BHM) for Cardiff Central (CDF) on Fri, Aug 28, 16 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Aug 28 the direct trains cover the 142 km distance in an average of 1 h 53 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 50 m .
On Fri, Aug 28 the slowest trains will take 1 h 54 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.
G010989:30 AM1h55Birmingham New Street (BHM)11:25 AMCardiff Central (CDF)$371One-way0 transfers- G010958:30 AM1h55Birmingham New Street (BHM)10:25 AMCardiff Central (CDF)$371One-way0 transfers
- G010885:36 AM2h22Birmingham New Street (BHM)7:58 AMCardiff Central (CDF)$371One-way0 transfers
- G010927:30 AM1h55Birmingham New Street (BHM)9:25 AMCardiff Central (CDF)$371One-way0 transfers
- G010855:00 AM2h25Birmingham New Street (BHM)7:25 AMCardiff Central (CDF)$371One-way0 transfers
- W29909+
W346467:12 PM1h50Birmingham New Street (BHM)9:02 PMCardiff Central (CDF)$1191One-way1 transfer - W29847+G149347:42 AM1h54Birmingham New Street (BHM)9:36 AMCardiff Central (CDF)$1241One-way1 transfer
- G01153+W354194:12 PM1h54Birmingham New Street (BHM)6:06 PMCardiff Central (CDF)$1191One-way1 transfer
- G011616:12 PM1h54Birmingham New Street (BHM)8:06 PMCardiff Central (CDF)$1071One-way0 transfers
- G01148+W346292:12 PM1h54Birmingham New Street (BHM)4:06 PMCardiff Central (CDF)$1191One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Cardiff Central (CDF)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Cardiff Central (CDF) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 56m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $8, and a train costs an average of $21.
Distance: 88 miles (142 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$65 Average price | $27 Average price Cheapest | $51 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 26m Average total duration Fastest 1h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 53m Average total duration 4h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 25m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Cardiff Central (CDF):
A bus is $38 (€31) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Cardiff Central (CDF) costing on average $65 (€52).
Other travel options to Cardiff Central (CDF) take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 23m.
You'll arrive about 29m sooner (1h 56m by train vs 2h 25m by car). Tickets start at around $65 (€52) compared to roughly $51 (€41) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with CrossCountry, Cross Country.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Cardiff Central (CDF) train times
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Cardiff Central (CDF) trains for today, Thursday, August 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G01130+W35415 | On time 6:42 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h57 | 8:39 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
G01130+ G39585 | On time 6:42 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h17 | 8:59 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
| G01092 | On time 7:30 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h55 | 9:25 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W29847+G14934 | On time 7:42 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h54 | 9:36 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
| G01133+G14935 | On time 8:12 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h00 | 10:12 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
| G01095 | On time 8:30 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h55 | 10:25 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W29851+G39594 | On time 8:42 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h17 | 10:59 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
| G01135+G14937 | On time 9:12 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h55 | 11:07 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
| G01098 | On time 9:30 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h55 | 11:25 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G01138+G14938 | On time 9:42 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h58 | 11:40 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
| G01140+W34617 | On time 10:12 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h58 | 12:10 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
| G01101 | On time 10:30 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h56 | 12:26 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G01144+W34618 | On time 10:42 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h55 | 12:37 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
| G01144+G39604 | On time 10:42 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h17 | 12:59 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
| W29862+G14939 | On time 11:12 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h04 | 1:16 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
| G01102 | On time 11:30 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h55 | 1:25 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W29866+G39610 | On time 11:42 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h17 | 1:59 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
| W29868+W34622 | On time 12:12 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h56 | 2:08 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
| G01107 | On time 12:30 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h55 | 2:25 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W29871+W34624 | On time 12:42 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h55 | 2:37 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
| W29871+G39612 | On time 12:42 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h17 | 2:59 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
| W29873+G14940 | On time 1:12 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h56 | 3:08 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
| G01109 | On time 1:30 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h55 | 3:25 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W29877+G39619 | On time 1:42 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h17 | 3:59 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
| G01148+W34629 | On time 2:12 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h54 | 4:06 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
| G01113 | 2:30 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h55 | 4:25 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W29882+G39625 | On time 2:42 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h17 | 4:59 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
| W29884+W34632 | On time 3:12 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h57 | 5:09 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
| G01114 | 3:30 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h56 | 5:26 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G01150+G39627 | 3:42 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h17 | 5:59 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
| G01153+W35419 | On time 4:12 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h54 | 6:06 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
| G01118 | 4:30 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h59 | 6:29 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W29895+G39630 | On time 4:42 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h19 | 7:01 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
| G01154+G14941 | 5:12 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h58 | 7:10 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
| G01119 | 5:30 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h56 | 7:26 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G01159+G39636 | On time 5:42 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h17 | 7:59 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
| G01161 | On time 6:12 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h54 | 8:06 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W29908+G14944 | On time 6:42 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h55 | 8:37 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
| W29909+W34646 | On time 7:12 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h50 | 9:02 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
| G01124 | On time 7:30 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h56 | 9:26 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G01166+G14945 | On time 8:12 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h35 | 10:47 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
| G01127 | On time 8:30 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h05 | 10:35 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G01169+W34652 | On time 9:12 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h34 | 11:46 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
| G01170+G39647 | On time 10:12 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h24 | 12:36 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
| Friday, August 28 | |||||
| G01085 | 5:00 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h25 | 7:25 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G01088 | 5:36 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h22 | 7:58 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Cardiff Central (CDF)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Cardiff Central (CDF) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $21 (€17) but you can travel from only $8 (€6) by bus.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:36, the last at 21:12. The fastest train covers the 88 miles (142 km) distance in 1h 38m.
Distance 88 miles (142 km) |
Average train duration 1h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price $21 (€17) |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 1h 38m |
First train 4:36 AM |
Last train 9:12 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Transport for Wales, West Midlands Trains from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Cardiff Central (CDF) trainsCrossCountry, Transport for Wales, West Midlands Trains trains will get you between Birmingham New Street (BHM) and Cardiff Central (CDF) from $8 (€6). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Cardiff Central (CDF)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Cardiff Central (CDF) 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 Central (CDF), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Popular train stations from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Cardiff Central (CDF)
Most Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Cardiff Central (CDF) trains use the Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Central station pair. Use this guide to compare Birmingham New Street (BHM) and Cardiff Central (CDF) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Birmingham New Street from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham New Street train station facilities and services
Birmingham New Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: All Bar One, Leon, Caffè Nero, Five Guys, Krispy Kreme, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Wasabi, Starbucks, Hotel Chocolat
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available from Sky Wi-Fi The Cloud. ATMs are aTM machines are located on the paid concourse.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00, Sun: 07:30 - 23:00. Information desks are in the middle of the station.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave bags with Excess Baggage Co inside the entrance off Hill Street. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham New Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham New Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham New Street: Step-free access in the whole station and ramps available for train access. All platforms have elevators and escalators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Birmingham City Center, Premier Inn Birmingham City Center (New St Station), Radisson Blue Hotel, Birmingham.
Getting to Cardiff Central from Cardiff city centre
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.
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