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Here are this week's cheapest tickets from Birmingham 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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QAR 68.22
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QAR 52.15
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QAR 68.22
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Birmingham to Cardiff Central Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Birmingham to Cardiff Central? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as QAR 52.15, with average prices for this route around QAR 115.67. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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20:30
2h, Direct
Birmingham New Street
22:30
Cardiff Central
CrossCountry
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21:12
2h 33m, Changes required
Birmingham New Street
23:45
Cardiff Central
CrossCountryGreat Western Railway
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22:12
2h 24m, Changes required
Birmingham New Street
00:36
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Paris
CrossCountryTransport for Wales
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Birmingham to Cardiff Central Train Route Details

First train
First train
05:00
Last train
Last train
22:12
Departure station
Departure station
Birmingham
Arrival station
Arrival station
Cardiff Central
Journey time
Journey time
1h 49m
Distance
Distance
142 km
Price
Price
QAR 52.15*
Train operators
Train operators
CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales

How to book cheap train tickets from Birmingham to Cardiff Central

Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Birmingham to Cardiff Central can result in significant cost savings.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travelers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.
Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

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 Birmingham to Cardiff Central, 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%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Birmingham to Cardiff Central ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.
Travel in a group to save 1/3

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

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