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Trains from Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) to Birmingham International (BHI)

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31

train journeys
per day

90

miles (146 kms)

2hrs 42 mins

fastest journey

06:15 / 23:53

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

5

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) to Birmingham International (BHI)

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On a typical weekday there are 31 scheduled rail journeys between Cardiff Queen Street and Birmingham International , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 31 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Cardiff Queen Street to Birmingham International is approximately 90 miles (146 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 15 mins.

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

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Cardiff Queen Street to Birmingham International. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 42 mins.

Journeys from Cardiff Queen Street to Birmingham International Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:15
    2 hrs 57 mins 2 changes
    09:12
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Birmingham International
    Cardiff Queen Street to Birmingham International
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:30
    3 hrs 8 mins 3 changes
    09:38
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Birmingham International
    Cardiff Queen Street to Birmingham International
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:04
    2 hrs 41 mins 3 changes
    09:45
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Birmingham International
    Cardiff Queen Street to Birmingham International
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:30
    2 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    10:12
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Birmingham International
    Cardiff Queen Street to Birmingham International
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:40
    2 hrs 46 mins 3 changes
    10:26
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Birmingham International
    Cardiff Queen Street to Birmingham International
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:00
    2 hrs 45 mins 3 changes
    10:45
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Birmingham International
    Cardiff Queen Street to Birmingham International
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:30
    2 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    11:12
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Birmingham International
    Cardiff Queen Street to Birmingham International
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:00
    2 hrs 45 mins 3 changes
    11:45
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Birmingham International
    Cardiff Queen Street to Birmingham International
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:30
    3 hrs 11 mins 3 changes
    12:41
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Birmingham International
    Cardiff Queen Street to Birmingham International
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:00
    2 hrs 45 mins 3 changes
    12:45
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Birmingham International
    Cardiff Queen Street to Birmingham International
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:30
    2 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    13:12
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Birmingham International
    Cardiff Queen Street to Birmingham International
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:00
    2 hrs 45 mins 3 changes
    13:45
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Birmingham International
    Cardiff Queen Street to Birmingham International
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:30
    2 hrs 59 mins 3 changes
    14:29
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Birmingham International
    Cardiff Queen Street to Birmingham International
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:00
    2 hrs 50 mins 3 changes
    14:50
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Birmingham International
    Cardiff Queen Street to Birmingham International
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:30
    2 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    15:12
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Birmingham International
    Cardiff Queen Street to Birmingham International
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:00
    2 hrs 53 mins 3 changes
    15:53
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Birmingham International
    Cardiff Queen Street to Birmingham International
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:30
    3 hrs 1 min 3 changes
    16:31
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Birmingham International
    Cardiff Queen Street to Birmingham International
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:00
    2 hrs 51 mins 3 changes
    16:51
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Birmingham International
    Cardiff Queen Street to Birmingham International
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:30
    2 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    17:12
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Birmingham International
    Cardiff Queen Street to Birmingham International
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:00
    2 hrs 45 mins 3 changes
    17:45
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Birmingham International
    Cardiff Queen Street to Birmingham International

About Cardiff Queen Street Station

Station name Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ)
Address Cardiff Queen Street station, Station Terrace, Cardiff, Cardiff, CF10 4EY
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 07:40 - 18:00
Tuesday 07:40 - 18:00
Wednesday 07:40 - 18:00
Thursday 07:40 - 18:00
Friday 07:40 - 18:00
Saturday 07:40 - 18:00
Sunday 10:00 - 15:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

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 Queen Street and Birmingham International

The travel time between Cardiff Queen Street and Birmingham International by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 15 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 42 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Cardiff Queen Street and Birmingham International vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 31 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:15, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:53.

First class tickets on trains between Cardiff Queen Street and Birmingham International typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Cardiff Queen Street 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 Queen Street & Birmingham International. owever, there are 31 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 Queen Street and Birmingham International.

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