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Coach from Cardiff to Birmingham
You can take the coach from Cardiff Coach Station to Birmingham Coach Station up to 7 times a day, the fastest of which will take just 2 hours and 40 mins. Not only that, but with fares from £8.70 one-way* this service is one of the most cost-effective and cheap ways to travel to Birmingham possible.
Our Cardiff to Birmingham services and stops
Click below to see the stops for each service and plan your journey with ease.
Cardiff to Birmingham route map
Departing from Cardiff
Cardiff Coach Station is a 15-minute stroll from Cardiff Rail Station, and just a short walk through the city centre, making it a great departing point for your journeys to Birmingham.
Read more on our Cardiff (Sophia Gardens) facilities and information page.
Arriving in Birmingham
Birmingham Coach Station is based in Digbeth: at the heart of the city centre and just an 8-minute walk from the Bullring Shopping Centre.
A taxi rank is directly outside the station, along with a bus stop, which is served by many routes from the city centre. New Street Rail Station is just a 10-minute walk away through the city centre.
Take a look at our Birmingham Coach Station facilities. Our national travel company provides the perfect solution for your Cardiff to Birmingham journey. Book your ticket today for affordable and convenient travel between these two great cities.
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T&C: *Limited Availability. Price includes a £1.50 booking fee. No booking fee when logged into My Account and purchasing on the National Express website or app, otherwise £1.50 booking fee applies. Fares correct 13.07.2026 for travel between 13.07.2026 - 09.11.2026.