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Cardiff Central to Birmingham Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Cardiff Central to Birmingham? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as RUB 873.64, with average prices for this route around RUB 2,571.47. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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21:20
2 hours 18 minutes, Changes required
Cardiff Central
23:38
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23:20
7 hours 48 minutes, Changes required
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07:08
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Cardiff Central to Birmingham Train Route Details

First train
First train
08:23
Last train
Last train
23:20
Departure station
Departure station
Cardiff Central
Arrival station
Arrival station
Birmingham
Journey time
Journey time
1 hour 58 minutes
Distance
Distance
142 km
Price
Price
RUB 873.64*
Train operators
Train operators
CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, West Midlands Trains

How to book cheap train tickets from Cardiff Central to Birmingham

Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Cardiff Central to Birmingham can result in significant cost savings.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travelers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.
Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Cardiff Central to Birmingham, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Cardiff Central to Birmingham ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.
Travel in a group to save 1/3

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make traveling from Cardiff Central to Birmingham more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

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