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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Cardiff to Birmingham
Cheapest price
€12
Average price
€25
Fastest journey
2 h 40 m
Average duration
2 h 54 m
Buses per day
13
Distance
142 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Cardiff to Birmingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cardiff to Birmingham will cost around €25 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €12.
Of the 13 buses that leave Cardiff for Birmingham on Thu, Nov 20, 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Nov 20 the direct buses cover the 142 km distance in an average of 2 h 54 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 40 m .
On Thu, Nov 20 the slowest buses will take 3 h 30 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Cardiff to Birmingham
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Cardiff to Birmingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 23m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €10, and a train costs an average of €18.
Distance: 142 km
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3h 54m Average total duration 3h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 53m Average total duration Fastest 2h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Cardiff to Birmingham bus times
The table below shows live departures for Cardiff to Birmingham buses for today, Wednesday, November 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX202 · NX100 | 4:30 AM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 5h00 | 9:30 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX111 | Delayed 6:05 PM 8:20 AMCardiff, Sophia Gardens | 2h40 | 3:00 PM 3:00 PMBirmingham, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX202 · NX101 | 8:30 AM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 4h30 | 1:00 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX112 | 11:20 AM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 2h40 | 2:00 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 12:15 PM Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 3h30 | 3:45 PM Birmingham | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX111 | Delayed 6:05 PM 1:40 PMCardiff, Sophia Gardens | 2h50 | 4:30 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX202 · NX100 | 2:55 PM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 4h20 | 7:15 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus | 4:00 PM Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 4h15 | 8:15 PM Birmingham | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX111 | Delayed 6:05 PM 5:10 PMCardiff, Sophia Gardens | 2h50 | 8:00 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX216 · NX100 | 6:05 PM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 5h50 | 11:55 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX216 · NX100 | 10:10 PM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 5h25 | 3:35 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
| Thursday, November 20 | |||||
| NX202 · NX106 | 2:35 AM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 5h20 | 7:55 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Cardiff to Birmingham
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Buses from Cardiff to Birmingham run on average 11 times per day, taking around 3h 24m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €10 if you book in advance.
There are 6 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:45, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 142 km distance in 2h 35m.
Distance 142 km |
Average bus duration 3h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price €10 |
Buses per day 11 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 2h 35m |
First bus 00:45 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: Megabus, National Express, FlixBus from Cardiff to BirminghamYou can travel by bus between Cardiff to Birmingham with Megabus, National Express, FlixBus for as low as €10. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Cardiff to Birmingham
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff to Birmingham by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Birmingham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
When departing from Cardiff, you have various coach station options to start your route from including Cardiff, Sophia Gardens, Cardiff, Lloyd George Ave / Herbert Street, Cardiff, University, Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) and Cardiff, Millennium Stadium. When arriving in Birmingham, you can end your trip in coach stations like Birmingham, Coach Station, Birmingham, Paradise Circus Queensway, Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport) and Birmingham, Brunel Street.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Cardiff, Sophia Gardens, which is located around 0.9 miles (1.4 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Birmingham, Coach Station, located 2.4 miles (3.8 km) away from the city centre.
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Popular bus stations from Cardiff to Birmingham
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- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria and fast-food options inside the station
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 97, 97A, X1, X2 Train: Birmingham New Street
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