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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 PHP 567.40 and averaging PHP 1,752.75. The entire journey takes no more than 1h 49m. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Fri, Apr 25
From PHP 797.73
Sat, Apr 26
From PHP 567.40
Sun, Apr 27
From PHP 981.24
Mon, Apr 28
From PHP 981.24
Tue, Apr 29
From PHP 883.87
Wed, Apr 30
From PHP 726.57
Thu, May 1
From PHP 981.24

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Departure	Arrival	Duration	Find Tickets
05:00 Birmingham New Street	07:24 Cardiff Central	2h 24m, Direct	Find Tickets
05:37 Birmingham New Street	07:57 Cardiff Central	2h 20m, Direct	Find Tickets
07:30 Birmingham New Street	09:25 Cardiff Central	1h 55m, Direct	Find Tickets
07:42 Birmingham New Street	09:35 Cardiff Central	1h 53m, Changes required	Find Tickets
08:12 Birmingham New Street	10:09 Cardiff Central	1h 57m, Changes required	Find Tickets
08:30 Birmingham New Street	10:25 Paris	1h 55m, Direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Central Train Route Details

First train

05:00

Last train

22:12

Departure station

Birmingham New Street

Arrival station

Cardiff Central

Journey time

1h 49m

Distance

142 km

Price

PHP 567.40*

Train operators

CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales

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

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 Central can result in significant cost savings.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travelers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards 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 Central, 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%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Central ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making traveling from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Central more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Central 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:

Off-peak & Super Off-peak Tickets
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Off-Peak tickets are cheaper and more flexible, allowing for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and are perfect for less conventional schedules.
Return train tickets
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This ticket includes both the outbound and return journeys, saving you the time and hassle of purchasing separate tickets. With just one ticket, you can travel smoothly along the same route.
Advance train tickets
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Typically the most cost-effective option for train travel. They are usually available for purchase 12 weeks before the travel date.
Season train tickets
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Season tickets allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.

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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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Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Central Train prices and times

Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Central Train Route Details

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

Traveling in off-peak train times

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Travel in a group to save 1/3

Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Central Train Ticket Types

Off-peak & Super Off-peak Tickets

Return train tickets

Advance train tickets

Season train tickets

Why Book Train Tickets With Trip.com?

Split Tickets

National Rail Partners

No Booking Fees on the App

Online Customer Support

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