Birmingham, United Kingdom to Cardiff: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is Birmingham, United Kingdom from Cardiff?
The distance from Birmingham, United Kingdom to Cardiff is 88.5 miles (142.4 km) as the crow flies. Cardiff is located SW of Birmingham, United Kingdom. By car, the driving distance is approximately 107.6 miles, taking about 2h 16min. A direct flight would take roughly 41min. Both are located in United Kingdom.
This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.
Coordinates come from public place data for Birmingham, United Kingdom and Cardiff. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.
How to Get from Birmingham, United Kingdom to Cardiff
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Quick Facts
Did You Know?
- At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 30 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 7 hours
- You could travel this distance about 281.4 times to circle the Earth's equator