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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Birmingham New Street Station is to rideshare which costs £7 - £14 and takes 2h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Birmingham New Street Station is to drive which takes 2h 1m and costs £25 - £40.

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

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Birmingham Coach Station station. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 25m.

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

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Birmingham New Street. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h.

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

The distance between Cardiff and Birmingham New Street Station is 109 miles. The road distance is 106 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff to Birmingham New Street Station without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Birmingham New Street Station without a car is to train which takes 2h 5m and costs £55 - £85.

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

The train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Street takes 2h including transfers and departs hourly.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Birmingham New Street Station?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Birmingham New Street Station is to train which takes 2h 5m and costs £55 - £85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £25 - £60 and takes 3h 34m.

Where does the Cardiff to Birmingham New Street Station bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cardiff to Birmingham New Street Station train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Birmingham New Street Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Birmingham New Street Station is 106 miles. It takes approximately 2h 1m to drive from Cardiff to Birmingham New Street Station.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Birmingham New Street Station?

There are 3325+ hotels available in Birmingham New Street Station.

Can I share a ride from Cardiff to Birmingham New Street Station?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Cardiff and Birmingham New Street Station. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Cardiff to Birmingham New Street Station - 5 ways to travel via train, and bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Cardiff to Birmingham New Street Station by train, bus, rideshare, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Streettrain Cardiff Central - Nottingham / ...
2h 5m
£55–85
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Cardiff to Birminghamrideshare 107.1 mi
2h 33m
£7–14
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 111 / ...
3h 34m
£25–60
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
3h 24m
£40–87
Drive 105.4 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Birmingham New Street Stationcar 105.4 mi
2h 1m
£26–37

Cardiff to Birmingham New Street Station by train and foot

102Weekly Services

2h 5mAverage Duration

£55Cheapest Price

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Distance: 107.9 mi
Duration: 2h 5m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Birmingham New Street Station, 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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