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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Birmingham International is to bus which costs £28 - £65 and takes 4h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Birmingham International is to drive which takes 1h 58m and costs £27 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Birmingham International?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Birmingham International station. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Birmingham International Station via Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Birmingham International?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Birmingham International. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Birmingham International via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 13m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Birmingham International?

The distance between Cardiff and Birmingham International is 116 miles. The road distance is 113.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Birmingham International without a car is to train which takes 2h 13m and costs £60 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 2h 13m to get from Cardiff to Birmingham International, including transfers.

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

Cardiff to Birmingham International bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sophia Gardens station.

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

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Birmingham International?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Birmingham International is to train which takes 2h 13m and costs £60 - £90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £28 - £65 and takes 4h 18m.

Where does the Cardiff to Birmingham International bus arrive?

Cardiff to Birmingham International bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Cardiff to Birmingham International train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Birmingham International?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Birmingham International is 114 miles. It takes approximately 1h 58m to drive from Cardiff to Birmingham International.

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

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Where can I stay near Birmingham International?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Streettrain Cardiff Central - Nottingham / ...
2h 13m
£61–89
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 111 / ...
4h 18m
£28–62
Drive 113.2 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Birmingham Internationalcar 113.2 mi
1h 58m
£28–40
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Herefordtrain
2. Take the train from Hereford to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the bus from Allison Street to Birmingham International Stationbus 17A / ...
4h 23m
£43–90

Cardiff to Birmingham International by train

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Distance: 115.7 mi
Duration: 2h 13m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Street hourly. Tickets cost £55–85 and the journey takes 2h. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Sophia Gardens to Birmingham Coach Station 5 times a day. Tickets cost £25–60 and the journey takes 3h 25m.

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