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Here are this week's cheapest tickets from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Central, along with train details. Our users discover these prices, which are updated daily. Given the frequent price changes, please refer to the latest update.

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DKK 56.98
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DKK 76.54
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DKK 88.44
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DKK 58.68
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DKK 88.44
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DKK 117.36
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Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Central Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Central? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as DKK 56.98, with average prices for this route around DKK 198.99. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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15:12
1 hour 54 minutes, Changes required
Birmingham New Street
17:06
Cardiff Central
CrossCountryGreat Western Railway
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15:30
1 hour 56 minutes, Direct
Birmingham New Street
17:26
Cardiff Central
CrossCountry
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15:42
2 hours 17 minutes, Changes required
Birmingham New Street
17:59
Cardiff Central
CrossCountryTransport for Wales
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16:12
1 hour 53 minutes, Changes required
Birmingham New Street
18:05
Cardiff Central
CrossCountryGreat Western Railway
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16:30
1 hour 58 minutes, Direct
Birmingham New Street
18:28
Cardiff Central
CrossCountry
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16:42
2 hours 19 minutes, Changes required
Birmingham New Street
19:01
Paris
CrossCountryTransport for Wales
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Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Central Train Route Details

First train
First train
05:00
Last train
Last train
22:12
Departure station
Departure station
Birmingham New Street
Arrival station
Arrival station
Cardiff Central
Journey time
Journey time
1 hour 49 minutes
Distance
Distance
142 km
Price
Price
DKK 56.98*
Train operators
Train operators
CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales

How to book cheap train tickets from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Central

Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Central during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Central for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.
Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Another option to consider is splitting your tickets, which can save you around an extra 30% on fares. Instead of purchasing a direct ticket from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Central, you can split the route into two legs: A to C and C to B. This often turns out to be more affordable than buying a direct ticket, and you won't even need to leave the train… or often your seat!
Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!
Travel in a group to save 1/3

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make traveling from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Central more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Central train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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