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Here are this week's cheapest tickets from Cardiff 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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QAR 49.63
Mon24Nov
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QAR 36.75
Tue25Nov
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QAR 65.85
Wed26Nov
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QAR 46.77
Thu27Nov
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QAR 65.85
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QAR 65.85
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QAR 42.95
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Cardiff to Birmingham Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Cardiff to Birmingham, starting from QAR 36.75 and averaging QAR 111.66. The entire journey takes no more than 1h 55m. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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DepartureArrivalOperator
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08:45
2h, Direct
Cardiff Central
10:45
Birmingham New Street
CrossCountry
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09:19
2h, Changes required
Cardiff Central
11:19
Birmingham New Street
Great Western RailwayCrossCountry
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09:45
2h 4m, Direct
Cardiff Central
11:49
Birmingham New Street
CrossCountry
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09:49
2h 6m, Changes required
Cardiff Central
11:55
Birmingham New Street
Great Western RailwayCrossCountry
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10:18
2h 1m, Changes required
Cardiff Central
12:19
Birmingham New Street
Great Western RailwayCrossCountry
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10:45
2h, Direct
Cardiff Central
12:45
Paris
CrossCountry
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Cardiff to Birmingham Train Route Details

First train
First train
05:54
Last train
Last train
21:45
Departure station
Departure station
Cardiff
Arrival station
Arrival station
Birmingham
Journey time
Journey time
1h 55m
Distance
Distance
143 km
Price
Price
QAR 36.75*
Train operators
Train operators
CrossCountry, Great Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Cardiff to Birmingham

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 Cardiff to Birmingham can result in significant cost savings.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

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%

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 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%

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 Cardiff to Birmingham 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 traveling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making traveling from Cardiff to Birmingham more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Cardiff to Birmingham 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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