How to travel from Paris to Cardiff

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Compare bus and flight for Paris to Cardiff

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Paris to Cardiff among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €70 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 52m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the bus is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.5 - 1.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €70, while a flight costs an average of €249.

Distance: 304 miles (490 km)

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€70

Average price

Cheapest

€249

Average price

8h 26m

Average total duration

7h 56m

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5h 52m

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3h 52m

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0.5 - 1.2kg

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1.5 - 2.9kg

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from Paris to Cardiff

How to get from Paris to Cardiff by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

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The best way to travel from Paris to Cardiff is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    9:00 PM15h40
    Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)
    11:40 AMCardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens)
    701One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    9:00 PM15h40
    Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)
    11:40 AMCardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens)
    701One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • Eurostar9023+TubeTube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington+Great Western RailwayG14940
    11:08 AM5h00
    Paris Gare du Nord
    3:08 PMCardiff Central (CDF)
    2301One-way
    2 transfers

Other options

  • Eurostar9055+TubeTube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington+Great Western RailwayG14947
    7:01 PM7h06
    Paris Gare du Nord
    1:07 AMCardiff Central (CDF)
    2251One-way
    2 transfers
  • Eurostar9039+Great Western RailwayG14947+TubeTube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington
    3:01 PM11h06
    Paris Gare du Nord
    1:07 AMCardiff Central (CDF)
    2251One-way
    2 transfers
  • Eurostar9037+TubeTube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington+Great Western RailwayG14947
    2:36 PM11h31
    Paris Gare du Nord
    1:07 AMCardiff Central (CDF)
    2251One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    10:15 PM17h00
    Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)
    2:15 PMCardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens)
    711One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    1:15 PM13h30
    Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)
    1:45 AMCardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens)
    731One-way
    1 transfer
  • Air FranceKL2022+KLMKL1087
    5:50 PM16h25
    Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
    9:15 AMCardiff Airport
    3151One-way
    1 transfer
  • KLMKL1404 · KL1091
    9:40 AM8h05
    Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
    4:45 PMCardiff Airport
    3161One-way
    1 transfer
  • KLMKL1410 · KL1087
    6:40 PM15h35
    Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
    9:15 AMCardiff Airport
    3161One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Paris to Cardiff

Travel to Cardiff 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 Paris to Cardiff.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Paris and Cardiff including taking a bus and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Paris to Cardiff is a bus with an average price of €70.

This is compared to other travel options from Paris to Cardiff:

A bus is €179 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Paris to Cardiff costing on average €249.

The fastest way to travel from Paris to Cardiff is by train with an average journey time of 5h 24m.

Other travel options to Cardiff take longer:

Flight takes on average 5h 52m.

Bus takes on average 8h 26m.

The distance from Paris to Cardiff is approximately 304 miles (490 km).
The average frequency per day from Paris to Cardiff is:
  • Around 10 flights per day.
  • Around 4 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Paris and Cardiff as scheduled services by bus and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Paris to Cardiff:
  • Flights mostly depart from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport and arrive in Cardiff Airport.
  • Buses mostly depart from Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) and arrive in Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Paris to Cardiff, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Cardiff by bus.
  • Travel with Eurostar, Great Western Railway to go to Cardiff by train.
  • Travel with Air France, Eastern Airways, Ryanair, KLM, KLM Cityhopper, easyJet to go to Cardiff by flight.
Omio customers who travel from Paris to Cardiff often also extend their vacation to go to London, Bristol, Edinburgh, Manchester, Birmingham. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Cardiff and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Cardiff to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Cardiff, you can enjoy a variety of activities and sights. Attend performances at the Millennium Centre, explore the vibrant nightlife in the city center, or take a scenic boat tour around Cardiff Bay. For adventure, visit Cardiff International White Water for rafting and kayaking. Shop and dine at Cardiff Market. Discover history at Cardiff Castle and St Fagans National Museum of History, explore art and culture at the National Museum Cardiff, and relax in Bute Park. Cardiff Bay also offers dining, entertainment, and cultural attractions.
A visit of 2 to 3 days is typically sufficient to explore Cardiff's main attractions, such as Cardiff Castle, the National Museum, and Cardiff Bay, while allowing time for leisure and dining experiences.
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