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Find the best prices from Cardiff to Birmingham

Here are this week's cheapest tickets from Cardiff to Birmingham, along with train details. Our users discover these prices, which are updated daily. Given the frequent price changes, please refer to the latest update.

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PHP 802.09
Mon24Nov
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PHP 593.85
Tue25Nov
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PHP 1,064.31
Wed26Nov
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PHP 755.81
Thu27Nov
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PHP 1,064.31
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PHP 694.11
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Cardiff to Birmingham Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Cardiff to Birmingham, starting from PHP 593.85 and averaging PHP 1,804.45. The entire journey takes no more than 1h 55m. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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11:18
2h, Changes required
Cardiff Central
13:18
Birmingham New Street
Great Western RailwayCrossCountry
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11:50
2h 5m, Changes required
Cardiff Central
13:55
Birmingham New Street
Great Western RailwayCrossCountry
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12:18
2h 7m, Changes required
Cardiff Central
14:25
Birmingham New Street
Great Western RailwayCrossCountry
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12:45
2h, Direct
Cardiff Central
14:45
Birmingham New Street
CrossCountry
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12:50
2h 5m, Changes required
Cardiff Central
14:55
Birmingham New Street
Great Western RailwayCrossCountry
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13:18
2h 7m, Changes required
Cardiff Central
15:25
Paris
Great Western RailwayCrossCountry
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Cardiff to Birmingham Train Route Details

First train
First train
05:54
Last train
Last train
21:45
Departure station
Departure station
Cardiff
Arrival station
Arrival station
Birmingham
Journey time
Journey time
1h 55m
Distance
Distance
143 km
Price
Price
PHP 593.85*
Train operators
Train operators
CrossCountry, Great Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Cardiff to Birmingham

Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Cardiff to Birmingham during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Cardiff to Birmingham 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%

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're traveling from Cardiff to Birmingham, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn't require leaving your seat.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Cardiff to Birmingham ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.
Travel in a group to save 1/3

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 Cardiff to Birmingham more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Cardiff to Birmingham train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with their own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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