What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Birmingham Central Library?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Birmingham Central Library is to bus which costs £8 - £15 and takes 4h 17m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to Birmingham Central Library?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Birmingham Central Library is to drive which takes 1h 57m and costs £26 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Birmingham Central Library?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Cardiff North Road and arriving at Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Birmingham Central Library?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Birmingham New Street. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h.

How far is it from Cardiff to Birmingham Central Library?

The distance between Cardiff and Birmingham Central Library is 109 miles. The road distance is 107.8 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff to Birmingham Central Library without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Birmingham Central Library without a car is to train which takes 2h 5m and costs £30 - £90.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to Birmingham Central Library?

The train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Street takes 2h including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Birmingham Central Library bus from?

Cardiff to Birmingham Central Library bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Cardiff North Road station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Birmingham Central Library train from?

Cardiff to Birmingham Central Library train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Birmingham Central Library?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Birmingham Central Library is to train which takes 2h 5m and costs £30 - £90. Alternatively, you can bus via Lordswood Rd, which costs £19 - £35 and takes 2h 55m.

Where does the Cardiff to Birmingham Central Library bus arrive?

Cardiff to Birmingham Central Library bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway station.

Where does the Cardiff to Birmingham Central Library train arrive?

Cardiff to Birmingham Central Library train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Birmingham Central Library?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Birmingham Central Library is 108 miles. It takes approximately 1h 57m to drive from Cardiff to Birmingham Central Library.

How do I get a train ticket from Cardiff to Birmingham Central Library?

Book your Cardiff to Birmingham Central Library train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Cardiff to Birmingham Central Library?

Book your Cardiff to Birmingham Central Library bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Birmingham Central Library?

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Can I share a ride from Cardiff to Birmingham Central Library?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Cardiff and Birmingham Central Library. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Cardiff to Birmingham Central Library - 6 ways to travel via train, and bus

There are 6 ways to get from Cardiff to Birmingham Central Library by train, bus, rideshare, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New StreetCardiff Central - Nottingham / ...
2h 5m
£30–90
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Cardiff to Birmingham107.3 mi
2h 32m
£7–14
Bus via Lordswood Rd
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Lordswood Rd111 / ...
2h 55m
£19–35
Train via Hereford
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to HerefordCardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Hereford to Birmingham New StreetHereford - Birmingham New Street
3h 25m
£42–89
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to Birmingham - Great Charles Street QueenswayUk077 / ...
4h 17m
£8–15
Drive 107.2 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Birmingham Central Library107.2 mi
1h 57m
£27–39

Cardiff to Birmingham Central Library by train and foot

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2h 5mAverage Duration

£30Cheapest Price

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Distance: 107.9 mi
Duration: 2h 5m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Birmingham Central Library, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Street hourly. Tickets cost £30–90 and the journey takes 2h. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Sophia Gardens to Lordswood Rd every 3 hours. Tickets cost £17–35 and the journey takes 2h 35m.

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