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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from West Midlands to Cardiff

Composite routes from West Midlands to Cardiff

Cheapest
2 h 7 min
Car
189 km.
from $10

Transport providers

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

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

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from West Midlands (county) to Cardiff?

The cheapest way to get from West Midlands (county) to Cardiff is to bus which costs $26.09 - $36.96 and takes 2h 49m.

What is the fastest way to get from West Midlands (county) to Cardiff?

The fastest way to get from West Midlands (county) to Cardiff is to drive which takes 2h and costs $36.96 - $54.35 .

Is there a direct bus between West Midlands (county) and Cardiff?

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 West Midlands (county) and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from West Midlands (county) to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Aston and arriving at Cardiff Central via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 52m.

How far is it from West Midlands (county) to Cardiff?

The distance between West Midlands (county) and Cardiff is 177 km. The road distance is 187.9 km.

How do I travel from West Midlands (county) to Cardiff without a car?

The best way to get from West Midlands (county) to Cardiff without a car is to bus which takes 2h 49m and costs $26.09 - $36.96 .

How long does it take to get from West Midlands (county) to Cardiff?

The bus from Birmingham to Cardiff takes 2h 49m including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the West Midlands (county) to Cardiff bus from?

West Midlands (county) to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Birmingham station.

Where do I catch the West Midlands (county) to Cardiff train from?

West Midlands (county) to Cardiff train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Birmingham New Street station.

Train or bus from West Midlands (county) to Cardiff?

The best way to get from West Midlands (county) to Cardiff is to bus which takes 2h 49m and costs $26.09 - $36.96 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $65.22 - $173.91 and takes 2h 52m.

Where does the West Midlands (county) to Cardiff bus arrive?

West Midlands (county) to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Cardiff station.

Where does the West Midlands (county) to Cardiff train arrive?

West Midlands (county) to Cardiff train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Cardiff Central station.

Can I drive from West Midlands (county) to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between West Midlands (county) to Cardiff is 188 km. It takes approximately 2h to drive from West Midlands (county) to Cardiff.

How do I get a train ticket from West Midlands (county) to Cardiff?

Book your West Midlands (county) to Cardiff train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from West Midlands (county) to Cardiff?

Book your West Midlands (county) to Cardiff bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Cardiff?

There are 1273+ hotels available in Cardiff. Prices start at $56.47 per night.
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