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Penarth to Birmingham Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Penarth to Birmingham, starting from BHD 11.640 and averaging BHD 11.640. The entire journey takes no more than 2 hours 12 minutes. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Penarth to Birmingham Train Route Details

First train

06:07

Last train

23:38

Departure station

Penarth

Arrival station

Birmingham

Journey time

2 hours 12 minutes

Distance

146 km

Price

BHD 11.640*

Train operators

CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales

How to book cheap train tickets from Penarth to Birmingham

Traveling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Penarth to Birmingham during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Penarth to Birmingham for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Penarth to Birmingham, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Penarth to Birmingham ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

Penarth to Birmingham train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with their own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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Trains from Penarth to Birmingham from BHD 11.640

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Penarth to Birmingham Train prices and times

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