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Find the best prices from Cardiff Central to Birmingham

Here are this week's cheapest tickets from Cardiff Central to Birmingham, 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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SEK 130.81
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SEK 113.20
Thu27Nov
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SEK 89.30
Fri28Nov
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SEK 72.32
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SEK 117.60
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SEK 173.57
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SEK 117.60
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Cardiff Central to Birmingham Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Cardiff Central to Birmingham, starting from SEK 72.32 and averaging SEK 294.31. The entire journey takes no more than 1 hour 55 minutes. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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20:45
2 hours 1 minute, Direct
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22:46
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21:20
2 hours 34 minutes, Changes required
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23:54
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21:45
2 hours 17 minutes, Direct
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00:02
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Cardiff Central to Birmingham Train Route Details

First train
First train
00:30
Last train
Last train
21:45
Departure station
Departure station
Cardiff Central
Arrival station
Arrival station
Birmingham
Journey time
Journey time
1 hour 55 minutes
Distance
Distance
142 km
Price
Price
SEK 72.32*
Train operators
Train operators
CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, West Midlands Trains

How to book cheap train tickets from Cardiff Central to Birmingham

Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Cardiff Central to Birmingham. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays.
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 Cardiff Central to Birmingham 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%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're traveling from Cardiff Central to Birmingham, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn't require leaving 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 Cardiff Central to Birmingham more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Cardiff Central to Birmingham train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with their own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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