What is the cheapest way to get from Birmingham International to Cardiff?

The cheapest way to get from Birmingham International to Cardiff is to bus which costs £14 - £22 and takes 4h 57m.

What is the fastest way to get from Birmingham International to Cardiff?

The fastest way to get from Birmingham International to Cardiff is to drive which takes 1h 59m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Birmingham International and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Birmingham International station to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Birmingham International Station and arriving at Sophia Gardens via Pool Meadow Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Birmingham International and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Birmingham International to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Birmingham International and arriving at Cardiff Central via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 54m.

How far is it from Birmingham International to Cardiff?

The distance between Birmingham International and Cardiff is 116 miles. The road distance is 113.6 miles.

How do I travel from Birmingham International to Cardiff without a car?

The best way to get from Birmingham International to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 2h 54m and costs £45 - £80.

How long does it take to get from Birmingham International to Cardiff?

It takes approximately 2h 54m to get from Birmingham International to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Birmingham International to Cardiff bus from?

Birmingham International to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Pool Meadow Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Birmingham International to Cardiff train from?

Birmingham International to Cardiff train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Birmingham New Street station.

Train or bus from Birmingham International to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Birmingham International to Cardiff is to train which takes 2h 54m and costs £45 - £80. Alternatively, you can bus via Pool Meadow Bus Station, which costs £20 - £40 and takes 4h 26m.

Where does the Birmingham International to Cardiff bus arrive?

Birmingham International to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Sophia Gardens station.

Where does the Birmingham International to Cardiff train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Birmingham International to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Birmingham International to Cardiff is 114 miles. It takes approximately 1h 59m to drive from Birmingham International to Cardiff.

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Birmingham International to Cardiff - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Birmingham International to Cardiff by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Centraltrain Nottingham - Cardiff Central / ...
2h 54m
£47–76
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Birmingham International Station to Dale Endbus X12
2. Take the bus from Birmingham - Jennens Road to Cardiff - North Roadbus Uk084 / ...
4h 57m
£14–21
Bus via Pool Meadow Bus Station
1. Take the bus from Pool Meadow Bus Station to Sophia Gardensbus Cp2
4h 26m
£20–37
Drive 113 mi
1. Drive from Birmingham International to Cardiffcar 113 mi
1h 59m
£29–41

Birmingham International to Cardiff by train

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Distance: 115.7 mi
Duration: 2h 54m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Central hourly. Tickets cost £45–70 and the journey takes 1h 55m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Pool Meadow Bus Station to Sophia Gardens once a week. Tickets cost £18–35 and the journey takes 2h 45m.

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