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Cardiff to Hamstead (Birmingham) Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Cardiff to Hamstead (Birmingham), starting from BHD 11.610 and averaging BHD 11.610. The entire journey takes no more than 2 hours 27 minutes. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

Departure	Arrival	Operator	Find Tickets
21:45 7 hours 51 minutes, Changes required Cardiff Central	05:36 +1 Hamstead (Birmingham)	West Midlands Trains	Find Tickets

Cardiff to Hamstead (Birmingham) Train Route Details

First train

05:54

Last train

21:45

Departure station

Cardiff

Arrival station

Hamstead (Birmingham)

Journey time

2 hours 27 minutes

Distance

146 km

Price

BHD 11.610*

Train operators

CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, West Midlands Trains

How to book cheap train tickets from Cardiff to Hamstead (Birmingham)

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 to Hamstead (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

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travelers. You can discover more about Railcards here.

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Cardiff to Hamstead (Birmingham), you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

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

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 to Hamstead (Birmingham) more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Cardiff to Hamstead (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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Cardiff to Hamstead (Birmingham) Train prices and times

Cardiff to Hamstead (Birmingham) Train Route Details