What is the cheapest way to get from Birmingham New Street Station to Cardiff University?

The cheapest way to get from Birmingham New Street Station to Cardiff University is to bus which costs £21 - £50 and takes 4h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Birmingham New Street Station to Cardiff University?

The fastest way to get from Birmingham New Street Station to Cardiff University is to drive which takes 2h 2m and costs £25 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Birmingham New Street Station and Cardiff University?

No, there is no direct bus from Birmingham New Street Station station to Cardiff University. However, there are services departing from Birmingham Coach Station and arriving at Cardiff North Road via Bristol Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Birmingham New Street Station and Cardiff University?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Birmingham New Street and arriving at Cardiff Central. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 55m.

How long does it take to get from Birmingham New Street Station to Cardiff University?

The train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Central takes 1h 55m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Birmingham New Street Station to Cardiff University bus from?

Birmingham New Street Station to Cardiff University bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Birmingham Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Birmingham New Street Station to Cardiff University train from?

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

Train or bus from Birmingham New Street Station to Cardiff University?

The best way to get from Birmingham New Street Station to Cardiff University is to train which takes 2h 9m and costs £55 - £85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £21 - £50 and takes 4h 30m.

How do I get a train ticket from Birmingham New Street Station to Cardiff University?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Birmingham New Street Station to Cardiff University?

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Birmingham New Street Station to Cardiff University

Q: How far is it from Birmingham New Street Station to Cardiff University?

The distance between Birmingham New Street Station and Cardiff University is 109 miles. The road distance is 105.7 miles.

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There are 4 ways to get from Birmingham New Street Station to Cardiff University 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 9m
£55–85
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Stationbus 111 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Cardiff North Roadbus Uk940 / ...
4h 30m
£21–48
Drive 105.1 mi
1. Drive from Birmingham New Street Station to Cardiff Universitycar 105.1 mi
2h 2m
£26–37
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 / ...
3h 12m
£40–85

Birmingham New Street Station to Cardiff University by foot and train

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Distance: 108.3 mi
Duration: 2h 9m

What companies run services between Birmingham New Street Station, England and Cardiff University, 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, you can take a vehicle from Birmingham New Street Station to Cardiff University via Birmingham Coach Station, Bristol Bus Station, and Cardiff North Road in around 4h 30m.

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