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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Cardiff University to Birmingham

Composite routes from Cardiff University to Birmingham

Cheapest
1 h 57 min
Car
171 km.
from $9

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
service@flixbus.com
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Cardiff - Herbert St Lloyd George Ave to Birmingham
Ave. Duration:
4h
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$22.78–$31.64

Other operators

BlaBlaCar

Phone:
+3 318 576 2228
Website:
blablacar.com
Other from Cardiff to Birmingham
Ave. Duration:
2h 26m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$10.13–$21.52

Train operators

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Bus from Cardiff to Birmingham
Ave. Duration:
2h 50m
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 Hereford to Birmingham
Ave. Duration:
1h 27m
Frequency:
Hourly

Cross Country

Phone:
0344 736 9123
Email:
customer.relations@crosscountrytrains.co.uk
Website:
crosscountrytrains.co.uk/
Train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham
Ave. Duration:
2h 2m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$75.95–$202.52

Transport for Wales

Phone:
03333 211 202
Website:
tfw.wales/
Train from Cardiff Central to Hereford
Ave. Duration:
1h 4m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$27.85–$43.04

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff University to Birmingham is to rideshare which costs $8.70 - $18.48 and takes 2h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff University to Birmingham is to drive which takes 1h 55m and costs $34.78 - $51.09 .

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff University and Birmingham?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Cardiff - Herbert St Lloyd George Ave and arriving at Birmingham Summer Row- Great Charles Street. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff University and Birmingham?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Birmingham New Street. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 2m.

How far is it from Cardiff University to Birmingham?

The distance between Cardiff University and Birmingham is 174 km. The road distance is 173.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff University to Birmingham without a car is to train which takes 2h 11m and costs $65.22 - $173.91 .

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

The train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Street takes 2h 2m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Cardiff University to Birmingham bus from?

Cardiff University to Birmingham bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Cardiff - Herbert St Lloyd George Ave station.

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

Cardiff University to Birmingham train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Cardiff University to Birmingham?

The best way to get from Cardiff University to Birmingham is to train which takes 2h 11m and costs $65.22 - $173.91 . Alternatively, you can bus via Talbot Street, which costs $28.26 - $41.30 and takes 4h 3m.

Where does the Cardiff University to Birmingham bus arrive?

Cardiff University to Birmingham bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Birmingham Summer Row- Great Charles Street station.

What is the time difference between Cardiff University and Birmingham?

It is currently 11:15 at both, Cardiff University and Birmingham.

Where does the Cardiff University to Birmingham train arrive?

Cardiff University to Birmingham train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Cardiff University to Birmingham?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff University to Birmingham is 173 km. It takes approximately 1h 55m to drive from Cardiff University to Birmingham.

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

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

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

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

Where can I stay near Birmingham?

There are 2904+ hotels available in Birmingham. Prices start at $34.22 per night.

Can I share a ride from Cardiff University to Birmingham?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Cardiff University and Birmingham. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.
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