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Cardiff to Birmingham NEC trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Cardiff and Birmingham NEC takes 2h 25m and the fastest train takes 2h 13m. There is a train service every few hours from Cardiff 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.

2h 25m
Duration
116 mi
Distance
£75
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train

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  1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Streettrain train Cardiff Central - Nottingham / ...
2h 21m
£61–89

Cardiff to Birmingham NEC train times

Trains run hourly between Cardiff and Birmingham NEC. The earliest departure is at 6:40 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cardiff is at 9:45 PM which arrives into Birmingham NEC at 12:54 AM. All services require a transfer at Birmingham New Street and take an average of 2h 25m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Frequently asked questions

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Map of how to get from Cardiff to Birmingham NEC.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 116.1 mi
  • Duration: 2h 25m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Street hourly. Tickets cost £55–85 and the journey takes 2h.

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