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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Birmingham to Cardiff

Composite routes from Birmingham to Cardiff

Cheapest
2 h
Car
173 km.
from $9
Other
2 h 49 min
Bus
142 km.
from €15.22
Details

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
service@flixbus.com
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Birmingham to Cardiff
Ave. Duration:
4h 25m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$18.99–$26.58

Megabus UK

Email:
enquiries@megabus.com
Website:
uk.megabus.com
Bus from Birmingham to Cardiff
Ave. Duration:
3h 35m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$17.72–$25.32

Train operators

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Bus from Birmingham to Cardiff
Ave. Duration:
2h 49m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$30.38–$43.04

West Midlands Trains

Phone:
+44 333 311 0039
Email:
contact.wmr@wmtrains.co.uk
Website:
westmidlandsrailway.co.uk/
Train from Birmingham New Street to Hereford
Ave. Duration:
1h 27m
Frequency:
Hourly

Cross Country

Phone:
0344 736 9123
Email:
customer.relations@crosscountrytrains.co.uk
Website:
crosscountrytrains.co.uk/
Train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff
Ave. Duration:
1h 55m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$75.95–$202.52

Transport for Wales

Phone:
03333 211 202
Website:
tfw.wales/
Train from Hereford to Cardiff
Ave. Duration:
1h 3m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$27.85–$41.77

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Birmingham to Cardiff?

The cheapest way to get from Birmingham to Cardiff is to bus which costs $15.22 - $36.96 and takes 2h 49m.

What is the fastest way to get from Birmingham to Cardiff?

The fastest way to get from Birmingham to Cardiff is to drive which takes 1h 54m and costs $33.70 - $50 .

Is there a direct bus between Birmingham and Cardiff?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Birmingham and arriving at Cardiff. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 49m.

Is there a direct train between Birmingham and Cardiff?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Birmingham New Street and arriving at Cardiff Central. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 55m.

How far is it from Birmingham to Cardiff?

The distance between Birmingham and Cardiff is 173 km. The road distance is 172.5 km.

How do I travel from Birmingham to Cardiff without a car?

The best way to get from Birmingham to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 1h 55m and costs $65.22 - $173.91 .

How long does it take to get from Birmingham to Cardiff?

The train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Central takes 1h 55m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Birmingham to Cardiff bus from?

Birmingham to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Birmingham station.

Where do I catch the Birmingham to Cardiff train from?

Birmingham to Cardiff train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Birmingham New Street station.

Train or bus from Birmingham to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Birmingham to Cardiff is to train which takes 1h 55m and costs $65.22 - $173.91 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $15.22 - $36.96 and takes 2h 49m.

Where does the Birmingham to Cardiff bus arrive?

Birmingham to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Cardiff station.

Where does the Birmingham to Cardiff train arrive?

Birmingham to Cardiff train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Cardiff Central station.

Can I drive from Birmingham to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Birmingham to Cardiff is 173 km. It takes approximately 1h 54m to drive from Birmingham to Cardiff.

How do I get a train ticket from Birmingham to Cardiff?

Book your Birmingham to Cardiff train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Birmingham to Cardiff?

Book your Birmingham to Cardiff bus tickets online with Omio, FlixBus and Distribusion.

Where can I stay near Cardiff?

There are 1271+ hotels available in Cardiff. Prices start at $55.55 per night.
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