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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Cardiff to Paris
Showing times and prices for 29 Aug
Cheapest price
£72
Average price
£78
Fastest journey
13 h 30 m
Average duration
14 h 7 m
Buses per day
6
Distance
490 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Cardiff to Paris is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cardiff to Paris will cost around £78 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £72.
Fast coaches
To travel from Cardiff to Paris you need to make at least one change.
FlixBus · FlixBus1:4015h05Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens)17:45Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)£721One-way1 change- FlixBus · FlixBus16:1513h30Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens)6:45Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)£721One-way1 change
- FlixBus · FlixBus18:4014h00Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens)9:40Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)£771One-way1 change
- FlixBus · FlixBus5:0014h00Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens)20:00Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)£791One-way1 change
- FlixBus · FlixBus13:0516h00Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens)6:05Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)£801One-way1 change
- FlixBus · FlixBus16:1513h30Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens)6:45Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)£721One-way1 change
- FlixBus · FlixBus6:0514h00Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens)21:05Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)£851One-way1 change
- FlixBus · FlixBus5:0014h00Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens)20:00Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)£791One-way1 change
- FlixBus · FlixBus18:4014h00Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens)9:40Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)£771One-way1 change
- FlixBus · FlixBus1:4015h05Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens)17:45Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)£721One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach and flight for Cardiff to Paris
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Cardiff to Paris among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £41. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 40m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 0.5 - 1.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £41, and a flight costs an average of £113.
Distance: 490 km
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Most popular Coach | Flight |
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£81 Average Price Cheapest | £229 Average Price |
9h 31m Average total duration 9h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 40m Average total duration Fastest 2h 40m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* |
0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.5 - 2.9kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Cardiff to Paris bus times
The table below shows live departures for Cardiff to Paris coaches for today, Friday 28 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 13:05 Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 16h00 | 6:05 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 17:25 Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 14h15 | 8:40 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 18:40 Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 15h25 | 11:05 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 1 change | |
| Saturday 29 August | |||||
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:40 Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 15h05 | 17:45 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:00 Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 14h00 | 20:00 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 1 change | |
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Why should you book Cardiff to Paris coaches with Omio?
FlixBus as well as National Express offer coaches services from Cardiff to Paris.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Cardiff to Paris.
Why book with Omio vs FlixBus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for FlixBus, but also compare tickets for the likes of National Express to find the best option for your trip from Cardiff to Paris.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare FlixBus with all available travel options, which are bus and flight to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Cardiff to Paris.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Trainline?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of National Express to find the best option for your trip from Cardiff to Paris.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and flight to find the ideal travel option from Cardiff to Paris.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Cardiff to Paris
United Kingdom
France
Buses from Cardiff to Paris run on average 4 times per day, taking around 9h 1m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £41 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:10, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 490 km distance in 13h 30m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 490 km |
Average bus duration 9h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price £41 |
Buses per day 4 |
Fastest bus 13h 30m |
First bus 0:10 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 35 days |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Bus providers: FlixBus, National Express from Cardiff to ParisYou can travel by bus between Cardiff to Paris with FlixBus, National Express for as low as £41. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
FlixBus
About
FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
13h 30m
Cheapest Price
£41
FlixBus frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.
National Express
About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
14h 47m
Cheapest Price
£67
National Express frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.
Complete guide to Paris
Things to do in Paris
Discover the best of Paris — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Paris trip today.
- Must visit
Musée d'Orsay
World-renowned museum of Impressionist and Post-Impressionist art in a grand former railway station on the Seine.
- Recommended
Musée de l'Orangerie
Museum devoted to Claude Monet and other Impressionists, best known for the immersive Water Lilies rooms.
- Must visit
Montmartre
Historic hilltop district with artists, stairways, village atmosphere, and some of the best panoramic views in Paris.
- Must visit
Champs-Élysées
Elegant avenue running from Place de la Concorde to the Arc de Triomphe, famous for shops and national events.
- Must visit
Le Marais
Stylish historic district of mansions, courtyards, boutiques, and museums, ideal for wandering central Paris streets.
Boeuf bourguignon
Slow-cooked beef stew braised in red wine with bacon, mushrooms and onions. A classic French bistro dish linked to Burgundy and beloved in Paris.
Soupe à l’oignon
Rich onion soup topped with toasted bread and melted cheese. In its traditional form it uses beef stock, making it a famous but non-vegetarian Paris bistro staple.
- Gluten-free
Confit de canard
Duck confit cooked slowly in its own fat until tender, often served with potatoes. A traditional French speciality commonly found on Paris menus.
Le Jules Verne
Elegant dining room by the Seine offering refined French cuisine and polished service in a landmark Paris setting.
Crêperie Josselin
Well-known crêperie specialising in Breton galettes and sweet crêpes, with a cosy, long-established atmosphere in Montparnasse.
Le Train Bleu
Historic Art Nouveau brasserie near Gare de Lyon, known for classic French dishes and a grand Belle Époque dining room.
Euro (€)
Very expensive for Europe: hotels, dining, and attractions cost more than in most French cities, though metros and bakeries help keep short stays manageable.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- €8-15 for fast food or a simple lunch.
- Mid-range
- €20-40 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- €80+ per person for upscale restaurants.
- Coffee
- €2.50-5 for a coffee or cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Service is usually included in restaurant bills. Round up or leave 5-10% for great service. In cafés and taxis, rounding up the fare or bill is customary.
Île-de-France Mobilités
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Prices
- Single ticket
- 2,55 €
- Day pass
- 12,00 €
To the city centre
Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) -> Place de la Bastille, Paris
- Distance
- 2 km
- Travel time
- 20 min
- Use the Île-de-France Mobilités app or a Navigo Easy pass to buy and store tickets digitally for metro, train and RER journeys.
- Card payment works for ticket purchase, but contactless bank card tap-in is not the standard way to enter the Paris metro or RER.
FAQs: Cardiff to Paris coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff to Paris by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Paris, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap coach tickets from Cardiff to Paris can start from as little as £41 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Cardiff to Paris is £81; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Cardiff to Paris is 13h 30m to travel the 490 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Cardiff to Paris leaves at 0:10. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Cardiff to Paris leaves at 23:45.
There are 4 coaches a day from Cardiff to Paris which require at least one change with FlixBus, National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from Cardiff to Paris, you can count on FlixBus, National Express for the best way to get you to Paris. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Cardiff and Paris and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Cardiff , you have various coach station options to start your route from including Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens), Newport, Queensway, Weston-super-Mare, Regent St (Interchange), Weston-super-Mare, Diamond Batch Car Park Stop (Worle Station) . When arriving in Paris , you can end your route in coach stations like Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine).Passengers board the coach most frequently from Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens), which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine), located 2 away from the city centre.
A trip to Paris from Cardiff is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 13h 30m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Cardiff to Paris is June.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Cardiff and Paris including taking a coach and flight.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Cardiff to Paris:
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Cardiff to Paris for coach company FlixBus, National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Cardiff to Paris depends on the coach companies:
- National Express
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company FlixBus, National Express.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Cardiff to Paris.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Cardiff to Paris:
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Cardiff to Paris:
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from Cardiff to Paris. The following conditions apply:
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Cardiff to Paris with the following coach company: FlixBus, National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Cardiff to Paris with the following coach company: FlixBus, National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Cardiff to Paris with the following coach company: FlixBus, National Express.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Cardiff and Paris
Most Cardiff to Paris buses use the Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) to Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) station pair. Use this guide to compare Cardiff and Paris bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Departure bus stations in Cardiff
Arrival bus stations in Paris
Which Cardiff station do buses to Paris leave from?
Buses from Cardiff to Paris leave from Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens). The station is from Cardiff city centre at Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens), Cardiff CF10 3AF, UK.
Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens)Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens), Cardiff CF10 3AF, UK
City-centre transport
Getting to Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) from Cardiff city centre
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Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) bus station facilities and services
Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens). ATMs are available at Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens).
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens): Accessible for passengers with reduced mobility.
Which Paris station do buses from Cardiff arrive at?
Buses from Cardiff to Paris arrive at Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine). Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) is 3 km from Paris city centre.
Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)210 Quai de Bercy, 75012 Paris, France
City-centre transport
Getting to Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) from Paris city centre
Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) is 2 km from Paris city centre. Public transport options include:
Bus89 · 18m · £3 · every ~11 min
Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) bus station facilities and services
Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafeteria Bercy (in the station), Le Train Bleu (0.5 km), Chez Lili et Marcel (0.7 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located inside the station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine): Elevators, ramps.
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