What is the cheapest way to get from Birmingham to South Wales?

The cheapest way to get from Birmingham to South Wales is to drive which costs £27 - £40 and takes 2h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Birmingham to South Wales?

The fastest way to get from Birmingham to South Wales is to drive which takes 2h 15m and costs £27 - £40.

Is there a direct train between Birmingham and South Wales?

No, there is no direct train from Birmingham to South Wales. However, there are services departing from Birmingham New Street and arriving at Cwmbach via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 15m.

How far is it from Birmingham to South Wales?

The distance between Birmingham and South Wales is 130 miles. The road distance is 112.2 miles.

How do I travel from Birmingham to South Wales without a car?

The best way to get from Birmingham to South Wales without a car is to train which takes 3h 15m and costs £65 - £100.

How long does it take to get from Birmingham to South Wales?

It takes approximately 3h 15m to get from Birmingham to South Wales, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Birmingham to South Wales train from?

Birmingham to South Wales train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Birmingham New Street station.

Where does the Birmingham to South Wales train arrive?

Birmingham to South Wales train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Cardiff Central station.

Can I drive from Birmingham to South Wales?

Yes, the driving distance between Birmingham to South Wales is 112 miles. It takes approximately 2h 15m to drive from Birmingham to South Wales.

How do I get a train ticket from Birmingham to South Wales?

Book your Birmingham to South Wales train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near South Wales?

There are 572+ hotels available in South Wales.

Birmingham to South Wales - 3 ways to travel via train, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Birmingham to South Wales by train or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Centraltrain Nottingham - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Cwmbachtrain Merthyr Tydfil - Aberdare / ...
3h 15m
£67–97
Drive 111.5 mi
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1. Drive from Birmingham to South Walescar 111.5 mi
2h 15m
£28–40
Train via Hereford
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Herefordtrain
2. Take the train from Hereford to Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Cwmbachtrain
4h 18m
£48–100

Birmingham to South Wales by train

102Weekly Trains

3h 15mAverage Duration

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Distance: 128.9 mi
Duration: 3h 15m

What companies run services between Birmingham, England and South Wales?

You can take a train from Birmingham New Street to Cwmbach via Cardiff Central in around 3h 15m.

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