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Cardiff to Paris train

Q: How long does the train from Cardiff to Paris take?

The train time to Paris from Cardiff is on average 6 h 43 min for the 304 mile (490 km) long journey, but the time it takes to go from Cardiff to Paris by train can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

Q: What time does the first train from Cardiff to Paris leave?

The first train from Cardiff to Paris leaves at 5: 07 AM . Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

Q: What time does the last train from Cardiff to Paris leave?

The last train from Cardiff to Paris leaves at 9: 20 PM .

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Overview: Train from Cardiff to Paris

	Distance	304 miles (490 km)
	Train frequency	8 a day
	Direct train	No
	Train companies	First Great Western Service

Trains from Cardiff to Paris cover the 304 miles (490 km) long trip taking on average 6 h 43 min with our travel partners like First Great Western Service. Normally, there are 8 trains operating per day, including direct services available. Travelers depart most frequently from Cardiff Central and arrive in Paris Gare du Nord.

FAQs: Trains from Cardiff to Paris

FAQs: Travel by train from Cardiff to Paris easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Cardiff to Paris.

The train time to Paris from Cardiff is on average 6 h 43 min for the 304 mile (490 km) long journey, but the time it takes to go from Cardiff to Paris by train can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Cardiff to Paris leaves at 5: 07 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Cardiff to Paris leaves at 9: 20 PM.

There are 8 trains a day from Cardiff to Paris which require at least one change with First Great Western Service. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

For the best Cardiff to Paris train to buy, you can travel safely and comfortably with First Great Western Service. However, it's always good to check all possible train companies with services between Cardiff and Paris to compare what amenities they may offer.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 9: 20 PM.

When departing from Cardiff, you have various train station options to start your route from including Cardiff Central, Cardiff (Queen Street) and Cardiff (Cathays). When arriving in Paris, you can end your route in train stations like Paris Gare du Nord, Paris Gare de Lyon and Paris Gare de l'Est.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Cardiff Central, which is located around 1.1 miles (1.8 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Paris Gare du Nord, located 2.8 miles (4.5 km) away from the city centre.

The cheapest month to travel from Cardiff to Paris by train is April.

Yes, you can take a flight from Cardiff to Paris.

Important Stations and Airports for this connection

Cardiff

Paris

Cardiff Central is the most popular Cardiff railway station for Omio travelers, but it's not the only one. Read all the information you need to know about the main train stations in Cardiff for your trip to Paris.

Cardiff Central Wifi

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Address

Central Square, Cardiff CF10 1EP, United Kingdom

Phone Number

+44 3457114141, +44 3450507080

Ticket Office Hours

Mon - Fri: 05: 40 - 21: 30 | Sat: 05: 40 - 21: 30 | Sun: 07: 30 - 21: 30

Public transit options for Cardiff Central

Commuter rail lines: City Line, Rhondda Line, Rhymney Line, Valley Line, South Wales Main Line
Train lines: Transport for Wales, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway
Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the rear car park (Penarth Road entrance)

Cardiff (Queen Street) Parking

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Parking

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Address

Cardiff Queen Street station, Station Terrace, Cardiff, Cardiff, CF10 4EY

Public transit options for Cardiff (Queen Street)

Onward travel information: Limited service from stop outside station Mondays to Fridays
Location for Rail Replacement Services: For services towards Cardiff Central use the bus stop at the front of the station. For services towards Cathays use the bus stop in front of the shop opposite the station entrance. Please ask a member of station staff if you are unsure of which stop to use.

Cardiff (Cathays) Parking

Amenities at station

Parking

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Address

Cathays station, Plas-y-Parc, Cardiff, Cardiff, CF10 3LU

Public transit options for Cardiff (Cathays)

Onward travel information: The nearest bus stop is on Park Place
Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the bus stops adjacent to the Cardiff University Students' Union on Park Place

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