How much is the train ticket from Birmingham to Cardiff?

The cheapest train tickets from Birmingham to Cardiff start from $24. The average price for this train route is around $43. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Birmingham to Cardiff?

The average train ride duration from Birmingham to Cardiff is 1h 55m, covering a distance of 88 miles (142 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1h 52m and is operated by CrossCountry .

Which train operators service the Birmingham to Cardiff route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 4 trains available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Birmingham to Cardiff?

The earliest train departs from Birmingham to Cardiff at 7:30am. And the latest train departs at 8:30pm.

Train Birmingham to Cardiff from $26

Next train departures

Next departures for Birmingham to Cardiff on December 12
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:30am	Birmingham New Street	1h 55m	10:25am	Cardiff Central	Cheapest
Train	7:30am	Birmingham New Street	1h 55m	9:25am	Cardiff Central	Fastest
Train	7:30am	Birmingham New Street	1h 55m	9:25am	Cardiff Central	No tags
Train	3:30pm	Birmingham New Street	1h 56m	5:26pm	Cardiff Central	No tags
Train	4:30pm	Birmingham New Street	1h 58m	6:28pm	Cardiff Central	No tags

Next departures for Birmingham to Cardiff on December 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:30am	Birmingham New Street	1h 56m	9:26am	Cardiff Central	Cheapest
Train	9:30am	Birmingham New Street	1h 55m	11:25am	Cardiff Central	Fastest
Train	8:30am	Birmingham New Street	1h 56m	10:26am	Cardiff Central	No tags
Train	3:30pm	Birmingham New Street	1h 56m	5:26pm	Cardiff Central	No tags
Train	4:30pm	Birmingham New Street	1h 57m	6:27pm	Cardiff Central	No tags

Next departures for Birmingham to Cardiff on December 14
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	5:30pm	Birmingham New Street	1h 54m	7:24pm	Cardiff Central	Cheapest
Train	11:12am	Birmingham New Street	1h 53m	1:05pm	Cardiff Central	Fastest
Train	1:30pm	Birmingham New Street	1h 53m	3:23pm	Cardiff Central	No tags
Train	3:30pm	Birmingham New Street	1h 53m	5:23pm	Cardiff Central	No tags

Next departures for Birmingham to Cardiff on December 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:30am	Birmingham New Street	1h 55m	10:25am	Cardiff Central	Cheapest
Train	7:30am	Birmingham New Street	1h 55m	9:25am	Cardiff Central	Fastest
Train	7:30am	Birmingham New Street	1h 55m	9:25am	Cardiff Central	No tags
Train	3:30pm	Birmingham New Street	1h 56m	5:26pm	Cardiff Central	No tags
Train	4:30pm	Birmingham New Street	1h 57m	6:27pm	Cardiff Central	No tags

Next departures for Birmingham to Cardiff on December 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:30am	Birmingham New Street	1h 55m	10:25am	Cardiff Central	Cheapest
Train	7:30am	Birmingham New Street	1h 55m	9:25am	Cardiff Central	Fastest
Train	7:30am	Birmingham New Street	1h 55m	9:25am	Cardiff Central	No tags
Train	3:30pm	Birmingham New Street	1h 56m	5:26pm	Cardiff Central	No tags
Train	4:30pm	Birmingham New Street	1h 57m	6:27pm	Cardiff Central	No tags

Next departures for Birmingham to Cardiff on December 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:30am	Birmingham New Street	1h 55m	10:25am	Cardiff Central	Cheapest
Train	7:30am	Birmingham New Street	1h 55m	9:25am	Cardiff Central	Fastest
Train	7:30am	Birmingham New Street	1h 55m	9:25am	Cardiff Central	No tags
Train	3:30pm	Birmingham New Street	1h 56m	5:26pm	Cardiff Central	No tags
Train	4:30pm	Birmingham New Street	1h 57m	6:27pm	Cardiff Central	No tags

Next departures for Birmingham to Cardiff on December 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:30am	Birmingham New Street	1h 55m	10:25am	Cardiff Central	Cheapest
Train	7:30am	Birmingham New Street	1h 55m	9:25am	Cardiff Central	Fastest
Train	7:30am	Birmingham New Street	1h 55m	9:25am	Cardiff Central	No tags
Train	3:30pm	Birmingham New Street	1h 56m	5:26pm	Cardiff Central	No tags
Train	4:30pm	Birmingham New Street	1h 57m	6:27pm	Cardiff Central	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to go from Birmingham to Cardiff

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Cardiff. The journey takes about 1 hour 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $16, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

1h 50mAverage Duration

89 milesDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$12 - $78	Average Duration3h 50m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$24 - $118	Average Duration1h 55m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$16 - $17	Average Duration1h 50m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e

Train Companies

CrossCountry

4.5/544 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi4.1

Based on 44 reviews, the company was rated 4.3 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the departure location but often complained with the value for money. CrossCountry ticket prices on this trip start at $24

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Birmingham to Cardiff by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Birmingham to Cardiff?
The cheapest train tickets from Birmingham to Cardiff start from $24. The average price for this train route is around $43. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Birmingham to Cardiff?
The average train ride duration from Birmingham to Cardiff is 1h 55m, covering a distance of 88 miles (142 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1h 52m and is operated by CrossCountry.
Which train operators service the Birmingham to Cardiff route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 4 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Birmingham to Cardiff?
The earliest train departs from Birmingham to Cardiff at 7:30am. And the latest train departs at 8:30pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

12/09

$59

12/10

$59

Today

$54

12/12

$35

12/13

$31

12/14

$47

12/15

$35

12/16

$36

The cheapest trip from Birmingham to Cardiff was searched and found on Dec 13, 2025 with a price of $31

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Birmingham to Cardiff, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $31 to $114 for a train ticket from Birmingham to Cardiff based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $31 which is on 2025-12-13.