The average train between Birmingham and Cwmbran takes 2h 23m and the fastest train takes 1h 52m. There is a train service every few hours from Birmingham to Cwmbran. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Birmingham and Cwmbran. The earliest departure is at 5:00 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Birmingham is at 8:30 PM which arrives into Cwmbran at 10:50 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 23m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Birmingham to Cwmbran. However, there are services departing from Birmingham station and arriving at Cwmbran station via Newport (S Wales). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 23m.
Birmingham to Cwmbran train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Birmingham New Street station.
Birmingham to Cwmbran train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Newport (S Wales) station.
Book your Birmingham to Cwmbran train tickets online with Cross Country and Transport for Wales.
The distance between Birmingham and Cwmbran is 119.8 km. The road distance is 166 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Birmingham New Street to Newport (S Wales) hourly. Tickets cost £50–75 and the journey takes 1h 40m.