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Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as AED 41.08, with average prices for this route around AED 115.13. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Tue, Sep 2
From AED 110.70
Wed, Sep 3
From AED 110.70
Thu, Sep 4
From AED 53.14
Fri, Sep 5
From AED 41.08
Sat, Sep 6
From AED 82.16
Sun, Sep 7
From AED 58.30
Mon, Sep 8
From AED 110.70

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Departure	Arrival	Duration	Find Tickets
11:30 Birmingham New Street	13:25 Cardiff Central	1h 55m, Direct	Find Tickets
11:42 Birmingham New Street	13:59 Cardiff Central	2h 17m, Changes required	Find Tickets
12:12 Birmingham New Street	14:07 Cardiff Central	1h 55m, Changes required	Find Tickets
12:30 Birmingham New Street	14:25 Cardiff Central	1h 55m, Direct	Find Tickets
12:42 Birmingham New Street	14:36 Cardiff Central	1h 54m, Changes required	Find Tickets
13:12 Birmingham New Street	15:09 Paris	1h 57m, Changes required	Find Tickets View More Trains

Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Train Route Details

First train

05:00

Last train

22:12

Departure station

Birmingham New Street

Arrival station

Cardiff

Journey time

1h 49m

Distance

143 km

Price

AED 41.08*

Train operators

CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales

How to book cheap train tickets from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff

Traveling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff can result in significant cost savings.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Another option to consider is splitting your tickets, which can save you around an extra 30% on fares. Instead of purchasing a direct ticket from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff, you can split the route into two legs: A to C and C to B. This often turns out to be more affordable than buying a direct ticket, and you won't even need to leave the train… or often your seat!

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

Birmingham New Street to Cardiff train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for SplitTickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for SplitTickets is 30%.

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