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Trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Birmingham International (BHI)

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43

train journeys
per day

91

miles (147 kms)

2hrs 26 mins

fastest journey

05:54 / 00:44

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

5

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Birmingham International (BHI)

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On a typical weekday there are 43 scheduled rail journeys between Cardiff Central and Birmingham International , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 43 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Cardiff Central to Birmingham International is approximately 91 miles (147 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 49 mins.

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, GWR, Transport for Wales, West Midlands Trains are the main train operating companies running services between Cardiff Central and Birmingham International.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Cardiff Central to Birmingham International. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 26 mins.

Journeys from Cardiff Central to Birmingham International Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:54
    2 hrs 32 mins 2 changes
    08:26
    Cardiff Central
    Birmingham International
    Cardiff Central to Birmingham International
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:23
    2 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    08:45
    Cardiff Central
    Birmingham International
    Cardiff Central to Birmingham International
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:40
    2 hrs 32 mins 1 change
    09:12
    Cardiff Central
    Birmingham International
    Cardiff Central to Birmingham International
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:53
    2 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    09:31
    Cardiff Central
    Birmingham International
    Cardiff Central to Birmingham International
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:23
    2 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    09:45
    Cardiff Central
    Birmingham International
    Cardiff Central to Birmingham International
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:45
    2 hrs 27 mins 1 change
    10:12
    Cardiff Central
    Birmingham International
    Cardiff Central to Birmingham International
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:55
    2 hrs 31 mins 2 changes
    10:26
    Cardiff Central
    Birmingham International
    Cardiff Central to Birmingham International
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:17
    2 hrs 28 mins 2 changes
    10:45
    Cardiff Central
    Birmingham International
    Cardiff Central to Birmingham International
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:45
    2 hrs 27 mins 1 change
    11:12
    Cardiff Central
    Birmingham International
    Cardiff Central to Birmingham International
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:18
    2 hrs 27 mins 2 changes
    11:45
    Cardiff Central
    Birmingham International
    Cardiff Central to Birmingham International
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:45
    2 hrs 27 mins 1 change
    12:12
    Cardiff Central
    Birmingham International
    Cardiff Central to Birmingham International
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:50
    2 hrs 41 mins 2 changes
    12:31
    Cardiff Central
    Birmingham International
    Cardiff Central to Birmingham International
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:18
    2 hrs 27 mins 2 changes
    12:45
    Cardiff Central
    Birmingham International
    Cardiff Central to Birmingham International
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:45
    2 hrs 27 mins 1 change
    13:12
    Cardiff Central
    Birmingham International
    Cardiff Central to Birmingham International
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:18
    2 hrs 27 mins 2 changes
    13:45
    Cardiff Central
    Birmingham International
    Cardiff Central to Birmingham International
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:45
    2 hrs 27 mins 1 change
    14:12
    Cardiff Central
    Birmingham International
    Cardiff Central to Birmingham International
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:50
    2 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    14:30
    Cardiff Central
    Birmingham International
    Cardiff Central to Birmingham International
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:18
    2 hrs 32 mins 2 changes
    14:50
    Cardiff Central
    Birmingham International
    Cardiff Central to Birmingham International
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:45
    2 hrs 27 mins 1 change
    15:12
    Cardiff Central
    Birmingham International
    Cardiff Central to Birmingham International
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:54
    2 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    15:31
    Cardiff Central
    Birmingham International
    Cardiff Central to Birmingham International

About Cardiff Central Station

Station name Cardiff Central (CDF)
Address Cardiff Central Station, Central Square, Cardiff, Cardiff, CF10 1EP
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:40 - 21:30
Saturday 05:40 - 21:30
Sunday 07:30 - 21:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

About Birmingham International Station

Station name Birmingham International (BHI)
Address Birmingham International station, Stationlink Road, National Exhibition Centre, Birmingham, West Midlands, B40 1PA
Managed by VT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:40 - 21:00
Saturday 06:15 - 21:00
Sunday 08:15 - 21:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Cardiff Central and Birmingham International

The travel time between Cardiff Central and Birmingham International by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 49 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 26 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Cardiff Central and Birmingham International vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 43 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:54, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:44.

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Amenities on trains between Cardiff Central and Birmingham International can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Cardiff Central & Birmingham International. owever, there are 43 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, GWR, Transport for Wales, West Midlands Trains are the main train operating companies running services between Cardiff Central and Birmingham International.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Cardiff Central and Birmingham International, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.