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Bridgend to Birmingham NEC trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Bridgend and Birmingham NEC takes 3h 1m and the fastest train takes 2h 34m. There is a train service every few hours from Bridgend to Birmingham NEC. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

3h 1m
Duration
145 mi
Distance
£76
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train

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  1. Take the train from Bridgend to Bristol Parkwaytrain train Swansea - London Paddington / ...
  2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Birmingham New Streettrain train Bristol Temple Meads - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2h 53m
£60–102

Bridgend to Birmingham NEC train times

Trains run hourly between Bridgend and Birmingham NEC. The earliest departure is at 4:28 AM at night, and the last departure from Bridgend is at 8:55 PM which arrives into Birmingham NEC at 12:54 AM. All services require a transfer at Bristol Parkway and take an average of 3h 1m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Friday, October 9, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryWest Midlands Trains2h 51m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryWest Midlands Trains2h 47m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryWest Midlands Trains2h 51m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryWest Midlands Trains3h 21m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, October 10, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryCross Country3h 44m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryWest Midlands Trains2h 44m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryCross Country2h 48m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryWest Midlands Trains2h 46m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryCross Country3h 5m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryCross Country3h 17m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryCross Country3h 17m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryCross Country2h 44m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryCross Country2h 41m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryWest Midlands Trains2h 40m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryCross Country2h 43m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryWest Midlands Trains2h 43m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Bridgend to Birmingham NEC? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Bridgend to Birmingham NEC.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 145.4 mi
  • Duration: 3h 1m

What companies run services between Bridgend, Wales and Birmingham NEC, England?

You can take a train from Bridgend to Birmingham NEC via Bristol Parkway, Birmingham New Street, and Birmingham International in around 2h 53m.

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