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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Birmingham to Cardiff Castle

Composite routes from Birmingham to Cardiff Castle

Cheapest
1 h 56 min
Car
170 km.
from $9

Transport providers

Bus operators

Megabus UK

Email:
enquiries@megabus.com
Website:
uk.megabus.com
Bus from Navigation St to Kingsway
Ave. Duration:
3h 40m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$18.99–$27.85

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–$43.04

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Birmingham to Cardiff Castle is to bus via Navigation St which costs $16.30 - $23.91 and takes 3h 46m.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Birmingham and Cardiff Castle?

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

Is there a direct train between Birmingham and Cardiff Castle?

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 Castle?

The distance between Birmingham and Cardiff Castle is 174 km. The road distance is 172.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Birmingham to Cardiff Castle without a car is to train which takes 2h 8m and costs $65.22 - $173.91 .

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

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 Castle bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Birmingham to Cardiff Castle train from?

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

Train or bus from Birmingham to Cardiff Castle?

The best way to get from Birmingham to Cardiff Castle is to train which takes 2h 8m and costs $65.22 - $173.91 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $26.09 - $36.96 and takes 2h 58m.

Where does the Birmingham to Cardiff Castle bus arrive?

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

Where does the Birmingham to Cardiff Castle train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Birmingham to Cardiff Castle?

Yes, the driving distance between Birmingham to Cardiff Castle is 172 km. It takes approximately 1h 54m to drive from Birmingham to Cardiff Castle.

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

Book your Birmingham to Cardiff Castle train tickets online with Omio.

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

Book your Birmingham to Cardiff Castle bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Cardiff Castle?

There are 1266+ hotels available in Cardiff Castle. Prices start at $56.47 per night.
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