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Birmingham to Cardiff Bay Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Birmingham to Cardiff Bay, starting from £22.50 and averaging £22.50. The entire journey takes no more than 2h 16m. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
05:00 3h 18m, Changes required Birmingham New Street	08:18 Cardiff Bay	Find Tickets
05:36 3h 12m, Changes required Birmingham New Street	08:48 Cardiff Bay	Find Tickets
06:42 2h 36m, Changes required Birmingham New Street	09:18 Cardiff Bay	Find Tickets
18:12 3h 16m, Changes required Birmingham New Street	21:28 Cardiff Bay	Find Tickets
19:12 2h 16m, Changes required Birmingham New Street	21:28 Cardiff Bay	Find Tickets
19:30 2h 28m, Changes required Birmingham New Street	21:58 Paris	Find Tickets

Birmingham to Cardiff Bay Train Route Details

First train

05:00

Last train

22:12

Departure station

Birmingham

Arrival station

Cardiff Bay

Journey time

2h 16m

Distance

143 km

Price

£22.50*

Train operators

CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales

How to book cheap train tickets from Birmingham to Cardiff Bay

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 to Cardiff Bay 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%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Birmingham to Cardiff Bay, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

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 traveling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make traveling from Birmingham to Cardiff Bay more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Birmingham to Cardiff Bay 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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Birmingham to Cardiff Bay Train prices and times

Birmingham to Cardiff Bay Train Route Details