The average train between Cardiff and Tipton takes 2h 57m and the fastest train takes 2h 28m. There is a train service every few hours from Cardiff to Tipton. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Cardiff and Tipton. The earliest departure is at 6:40 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cardiff is at 9:45 PM which arrives into Tipton at 6:28 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 57m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Tipton. However, there are services departing from Cardiff station and arriving at Tipton station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 57m.
Cardiff to Tipton train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Cardiff Central station.
Cardiff to Tipton train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.
Book your Cardiff to Tipton train tickets online with Cross Country and West Midlands Trains.
The distance between Cardiff and Tipton is 139.3 km. The road distance is 186 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Street hourly. Tickets cost £55–80 and the journey takes 2h.