What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to West Midlands?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to West Midlands is to bus which costs £20 - £50 and takes 2h 50m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to West Midlands?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to West Midlands is to drive which takes 1h 56m and costs £26 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and West Midlands?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to West Midlands. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Windmill Lane via Adkins Lane Terminus. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and West Midlands?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to West Midlands. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Smethwick Rolfe Street via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 26m.

How far is it from Cardiff to West Midlands?

The distance between Cardiff and West Midlands is 112 miles. The road distance is 106.7 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff to West Midlands without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff to West Midlands without a car is to train which takes 2h 26m and costs £55 - £80.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to West Midlands?

It takes approximately 2h 26m to get from Cardiff to West Midlands, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to West Midlands bus from?

Cardiff to West Midlands bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sophia Gardens station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to West Midlands train from?

Cardiff to West Midlands train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to West Midlands?

The best way to get from Cardiff to West Midlands is to train which takes 2h 26m and costs £55 - £80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £20 - £50 and takes 2h 50m.

Where does the Cardiff to West Midlands bus arrive?

Cardiff to West Midlands bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Lordswood Road station.

Where does the Cardiff to West Midlands train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to West Midlands?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to West Midlands is 107 miles. It takes approximately 1h 56m to drive from Cardiff to West Midlands.

How do I get a train ticket from Cardiff to West Midlands?

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Where can I stay near West Midlands?

There are 3304+ hotels available in West Midlands.

Cardiff to West Midlands - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Cardiff to West Midlands by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Streettrain Cardiff Central - Nottingham / ...
2h 26m
£56–79
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Lordswood Roadbus 111 / ...
2h 50m
£20–50
Drive 106.1 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to West Midlandscar 106.1 mi
1h 56m
£27–38
Train via Hereford
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Herefordtrain
2. Take the train from Hereford to Worcester Foregate Streettrain
3. Take the train from Worcester Foregate Street to The Hawthornstrain
3h 42m
£41–87

Cardiff to West Midlands by train

102Weekly Trains

2h 26mAverage Duration

£56Cheapest Price

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Distance: 110.9 mi
Duration: 2h 26m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and West Midlands, Sandwell, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Street hourly. Tickets cost £55–80 and the journey takes 2h. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Sophia Gardens to Lordswood Road every 3 hours. Tickets cost £19–50 and the journey takes 2h 35m.

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