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Find the best prices from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Central

Here are this week's cheapest tickets from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Central, along with train details. Our users discover these prices, which are updated daily. Given the frequent price changes, please refer to the latest update.

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DKK 117.3
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DKK 117.3
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DKK 88.4
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DKK 113.9
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DKK 117.3
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DKK 111.78
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DKK 83.3
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Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Central train prices and times

Planning a journey from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Central? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as DKK 83.3, with average prices for this route around DKK 198.9. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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22:12
2h 27m, No direct
Birmingham New Street
00:39
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Cardiff Central
CrossCountryTransport for Wales
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22:12
8h 9m, No direct
Birmingham New Street
06:21
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Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Central train route details

First train
First train
05:00
Last train
Last train
22:12
Departure station
Departure station
Birmingham New Street
Arrival station
Arrival station
Cardiff Central
Journey time
Journey time
1h 49m
Distance
Distance
142 km
Price
Price
DKK 83.3*
Train Operators
Train Operators
CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales

How to book cheap train tickets from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Central

Travelling in off-peak train times

Travelling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Central during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.
Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travellers, 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 for greater savings

Split Tickets for greater savings

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 Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Central, 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 typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Central ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.
Group travels to save 1/3

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling 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 travelling from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Central more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Central train ticket types

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