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Birmingham Snow Hill to Cardiff Central train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Birmingham Snow Hill to Cardiff Central, starting from € 15.82 and averaging € 26.83. The entire journey takes no more than 2h 16m. If you want to get more discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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DepartsArrivesDurationOperator
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06:19
Birmingham Snow Hill
08:36
Cardiff Central
2h 17m, No directCrossCountryGreat Western Railway
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07:20
Birmingham Snow Hill
09:36
Cardiff Central
2h 16m, No directCrossCountryGreat Western Railway
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07:50
Birmingham Snow Hill
10:37
Cardiff Central
2h 47m, No directCrossCountryGreat Western Railway
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08:20
Birmingham Snow Hill
11:20
Cardiff Central
3h 0m, No directCrossCountryGreat Western Railway
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08:31
Birmingham Snow Hill
11:35
Cardiff Central
3h 4m, No directWest Midlands TrainsTransport for Wales
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09:20
Birmingham Snow Hill
11:41
Paris
2h 21m, No directCrossCountryGreat Western Railway
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Birmingham Snow Hill to Cardiff Central train route details

First train
First train
06:19
Last train
Last train
20:58
Departure station
Departure station
Birmingham Snow Hill
Arrival station
Arrival station
Cardiff Central
Journey time
Journey time
2h 16m
Distance
Distance
143 km
Price
Price
€ 15.82*
Train Operators
Train Operators
CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, West Midlands Trains

How to book cheap train tickets from Birmingham Snow Hill to Cardiff Central

Travelling in off-peak train times

Travelling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Birmingham Snow Hill 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

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Birmingham Snow Hill to Cardiff Central for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16-25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more 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 Birmingham Snow Hill 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 Snow Hill 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, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making travelling from Birmingham Snow Hill to Cardiff Central more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Birmingham Snow Hill to Cardiff Central train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for Split tickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for Split tickets is 30%.