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Trains from Birmingham Stations to Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ)

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37

train journeys
per day

87

miles (140 kms)

2hrs 5 mins

fastest journey

05:25 / 00:55

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 3 changes)

5

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Birmingham Stations to Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ)

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On a typical weekday there are 37 scheduled rail journeys between Birmingham Stations and Cardiff Queen Street , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 37 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Birmingham Stations to Cardiff Queen Street is approximately 87 miles (140 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 43 mins.

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

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Queen Street. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 5 mins.

Journeys from Birmingham Stations to Cardiff Queen Street Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:25
    2 hrs 10 mins 1 change
    07:35
    Birmingham New Street
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:37
    2 hrs 32 mins 1 change
    08:09
    Birmingham New Street
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:56
    3 hrs 34 mins 2 changes
    09:30
    Birmingham New Street
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:30
    2 hrs 9 mins 1 change
    09:39
    Birmingham New Street
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:42
    2 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    09:50
    Birmingham New Street
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:12
    2 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    10:25
    Birmingham New Street
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:30
    2 hrs 9 mins 1 change
    10:39
    Birmingham New Street
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:12
    2 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    11:25
    Birmingham New Street
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:30
    2 hrs 9 mins 1 change
    11:39
    Birmingham New Street
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:42
    2 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    11:50
    Birmingham New Street
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:12
    2 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    12:25
    Birmingham New Street
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:30
    2 hrs 9 mins 1 change
    12:39
    Birmingham New Street
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:42
    2 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    12:50
    Birmingham New Street
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:12
    2 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    13:30
    Birmingham New Street
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:30
    2 hrs 5 mins 1 change
    13:35
    Birmingham New Street
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:12
    2 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    14:20
    Birmingham New Street
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:30
    2 hrs 5 mins 1 change
    14:35
    Birmingham New Street
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:42
    2 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    14:51
    Birmingham New Street
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:12
    2 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    15:30
    Birmingham New Street
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:30
    2 hrs 9 mins 1 change
    15:39
    Birmingham New Street
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Queen Street

About Birmingham Stations Station

Station name Birmingham Stations (13)
Address Cardiff Central Station, Central Square, Cardiff, Cardiff, CF10 1EP
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:40 - 21:30
Saturday 05:40 - 21:30
Sunday 07:30 - 21:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Birmingham Stations and Cardiff Queen Street

The travel time between Birmingham Stations and Cardiff Queen Street by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 43 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 5 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Birmingham Stations and Cardiff Queen Street vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 37 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:25, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:55.

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

Amenities on trains between Birmingham Stations and Cardiff Queen Street can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Birmingham Stations & Cardiff Queen Street. owever, there are 37 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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