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

The cheapest way to get from Birmingham NEC to Cardiff is to bus which costs £25 - £65 and takes 5h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Birmingham NEC to Cardiff is to drive which takes 2h 2m and costs £27 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Birmingham NEC and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Birmingham NEC station to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Birmingham International Station and arriving at Sophia Gardens via Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Birmingham NEC and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Birmingham NEC 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 3h 2m.

How far is it from Birmingham NEC to Cardiff?

The distance between Birmingham NEC and Cardiff is 117 miles. The road distance is 115.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Birmingham NEC to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 3h 2m and costs £55 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 3h 2m to get from Birmingham NEC to Cardiff, including transfers.

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

Birmingham NEC to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Birmingham Coach Station.

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

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

Train or bus from Birmingham NEC to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Birmingham NEC to Cardiff is to train which takes 3h 2m and costs £55 - £95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £25 - £65 and takes 5h 15m.

Where does the Birmingham NEC to Cardiff bus arrive?

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

Where does the Birmingham NEC to Cardiff train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Birmingham NEC to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Birmingham NEC to Cardiff is 116 miles. It takes approximately 2h 2m to drive from Birmingham NEC to Cardiff.

How do I get a train ticket from Birmingham NEC to Cardiff?

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Birmingham NEC 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 / ...
3h 2m
£58–92
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Sophia Gardensbus 111 / ...
5h 15m
£25–65
Drive 114.9 mi
1. Drive from Birmingham NEC to Cardiffcar 114.9 mi
2h 2m
£28–41
Train via Hereford
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Herefordtrain Birmingham New Street - Hereford
2. Take the train from Hereford to Cardiff Centraltrain Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
4h 47m
£39–85

Birmingham NEC to Cardiff by foot and train

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Distance: 116.1 mi
Duration: 3h 2m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Central hourly. Tickets cost £55–85 and the journey takes 1h 55m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Sophia Gardens 5 times a day. Tickets cost £25–65 and the journey takes 3h 30m.

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