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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Birmingham NEC is to bus which costs £13 - £21 and takes 3h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Birmingham NEC is to drive which takes 1h 59m and costs £27 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Birmingham NEC?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Birmingham NEC station. However, there are services departing from Cardiff North Road and arriving at Birmingham International Station via Dale House. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Birmingham NEC?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Birmingham NEC. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Birmingham International via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 21m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Birmingham NEC?

The distance between Cardiff and Birmingham NEC is 117 miles. The road distance is 114 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Birmingham NEC without a car is to train which takes 2h 21m and costs £55 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 2h 21m to get from Cardiff to Birmingham NEC, including transfers.

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

Cardiff to Birmingham NEC bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Cardiff North Road station.

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

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Birmingham NEC?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Birmingham NEC is to train which takes 2h 21m and costs £55 - £90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £13 - £21 and takes 3h 47m.

Where does the Cardiff to Birmingham NEC bus arrive?

Cardiff to Birmingham NEC bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Birmingham - Jennens Road station.

Where does the Cardiff to Birmingham NEC train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Birmingham NEC?

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

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

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Where can I stay near Birmingham NEC?

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Cardiff to Birmingham NEC 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 21m
£59–86
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to Birmingham - Jennens Roadbus Uk084
3h 47m
£14–20
Drive 113.3 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Birmingham NECcar 113.3 mi
1h 59m
£28–41
Train via Hereford
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Herefordtrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Hereford to Birmingham New Streettrain Hereford - Birmingham New Street
4h 18m
£43–85

Cardiff to Birmingham NEC by train and foot

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Distance: 116.1 mi
Duration: 2h 21m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Street hourly. Tickets cost £55–80 and the journey takes 2h. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Cardiff North Road to Birmingham - Jennens Road once daily. Tickets cost £10–18 and the journey takes 2h 50m.

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