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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Cardiff to Birmingham International

Composite routes from Cardiff to Birmingham International

Cheapest
2 h 3 min
Car
184 km.
from $10

Transport providers

Other operators

Jayride

Phone:
+61 2 8520 3150
Website:
jayride.com/
Other from Cardiff to Birmingham
Estimated price:
$69.30

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:
Website:
westmidlandsrailway.co.uk/
Train from Hereford to Birmingham
Ave. Duration:
1h 27m
Frequency:
Hourly

Cross Country

Phone:
0344 736 9123
Email:
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 to Birmingham International?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Birmingham International is to bus which costs $26.09 - $36.96 and takes 3h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Birmingham International is to towncar which takes 1h 56m and costs $59.51 .

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Birmingham International?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Birmingham International station. However, there are services departing from Cardiff and arriving at Birmingham International Station via Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Birmingham International?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Birmingham International. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Birmingham International via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 16m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Birmingham International?

The distance between Cardiff and Birmingham International is 186 km. The road distance is 183 km.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Birmingham International without a car is to train which takes 2h 16m and costs $70.65 - $239.13 .

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

It takes approximately 2h 16m to get from Cardiff to Birmingham International, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Birmingham International?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Birmingham International is to train which takes 2h 16m and costs $70.65 - $239.13 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $26.09 - $36.96 and takes 3h 41m.

Where does the Cardiff to Birmingham International bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cardiff to Birmingham International train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Birmingham International?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Birmingham International is 183 km. It takes approximately 1h 56m to drive from Cardiff to Birmingham International.

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

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

Where can I stay near Birmingham International?

There are 3285+ hotels available in Birmingham International. Prices start at $34.22 per night.
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