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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from West Midlands to Cardiff

Composite routes from West Midlands to Cardiff

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

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

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 West Midlands to Cardiff?

The cheapest way to get from West Midlands to Cardiff is to bus which costs $28.26 - $41.30 and takes 4h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from West Midlands to Cardiff is to drive which takes 1h 50m and costs $33.70 - $51.09 .

Is there a direct bus between West Midlands and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from West Midlands to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Crocketts Lane and arriving at Cardiff via Birmingham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 30m.

Is there a direct train between West Midlands and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from West Midlands to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Smethwick Rolfe Street and arriving at Cardiff Central via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 54m.

How far is it from West Midlands to Cardiff?

The distance between West Midlands and Cardiff is 179 km. The road distance is 173 km.

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

The best way to get from West Midlands to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 2h 54m and costs $65.22 - $173.91 .

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

It takes approximately 2h 54m to get from West Midlands to Cardiff, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from West Midlands to Cardiff?

The best way to get from West Midlands to Cardiff is to train which takes 2h 54m and costs $65.22 - $173.91 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $28.26 - $41.30 and takes 4h 30m.

Where does the West Midlands to Cardiff bus arrive?

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

Where does the West Midlands to Cardiff train arrive?

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

Can I drive from West Midlands to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between West Midlands to Cardiff is 173 km. It takes approximately 1h 50m to drive from West Midlands to Cardiff.

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

Book your West Midlands to Cardiff train 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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