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Birmingham to Cardiff Train Route Details
First train
05:00
Last train
22:12
Journey time
1h 50m
Distance
89 miles
Price
$5.46*
What are the next train times from Birmingham to Cardiff?
Check all Birmingham to Cardiff journeys scheduled for today, complete with key details such as train times, whether the service is direct, total travel time, and the train operator - everything you need to travel today
| Departure | Arrival | Operator | Find Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
09:12 Birmingham New Street | 11:07 Cardiff Central |   | Find Tickets |
09:30 Birmingham New Street | 11:25 Cardiff Central | | Find Tickets |
09:42 Birmingham New Street | 11:40 Cardiff Central | | Find Tickets |
10:12 Birmingham New Street | 12:10 Cardiff Central | | Find Tickets |
10:30 Birmingham New Street | 12:26 Cardiff Central | | Find Tickets |
10:42 Birmingham New Street | 12:37 Paris | | Find Tickets |
Explore the cheapest prices to Cardiff from Birmingham this week
Ticket prices for Birmingham to Cardiff typically cost around $5.46, though we recommend exploring options such as Off-Peak and Advance tickets for even cheaper travel. Browse below to find your perfect price!
*Prices may change due to real-time fluctuations. Please refer to the latest price.
How to book cheap train tickets from Birmingham to Cardiff
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Using a Railcard for 1/3 off
Save money on your journeys by choosing from a variety of Railcards, most of which give you 1/3 off standard fares. Options include the 16-25, 26-30, Family & Friends, Two Together, Network and Senior Railcards, plus the 16-17 Saver which offers 50% off. You can buy and store them digitally in your Trip.com app, so big savings are always just a tap away.
Season tickets for frequent travelers
Regular commuters traveling between Birmingham and Cardiff - whether weekly, monthly, or annually - can benefit greatly from season tickets. Season tickets allow unlimited travel between both stations within specific time periods, offering substantial savings and eliminating the need to purchase individual tickets for every trip.
Travel during Off-Peak train times
For a quieter, better-value trip, try to travel during Off-Peak hours rather than the busiest weekday periods. Although exact times can vary between train companies, the general rule is to avoid the 6:30 AM–09:30 AM and 4:00 PM–7:00 PM windows. At weekends and on bank holidays, Off-Peak pricing typically applies throughout the entire day.
Which train ticket types are available for this route?
Advance train tickets
Available up to 12 weeks before the journey, these are generally the most cost-effective option for cost-conscious travelers
Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak tickets
Allow for cheaper and more flexible travel when avoiding weekday rush hour times
Return train tickets
Covers a round trip, including both the outward and return journeys between the same two stations
Flexi Season tickets
Designed for part-time commuters, Flexi Season tickets provide 8 travel days within a 28-day window, giving flexibility while still offering meaningful savings compared to buying tickets individually.
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