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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Cardiff to Brussels
Cheapest price
£275
Average price
£275
Fastest journey
5 h 28 m
Average duration
5 h 41 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
529 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cardiff to Brussels is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cardiff to Brussels will cost around £275 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £275.
To travel from Cardiff to Brussels you need to make at least 3 changes.
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Cardiff to Brussels
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Cardiff to Brussels among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £30. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 24m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 0.5 - 1.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £30, and a train costs an average of £278.
Distance: 529 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£278 Average Price | £67 Average Price Cheapest | £270 Average Price |
7h 13m Average total duration 6h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 16m Average total duration 12h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 24m Average total duration Fastest 2h 24m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
- CO2 emissions | 0.5 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.6 - 3.2kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Cardiff to Brussels train times
The table below shows live departures for Cardiff to Brussels trains for today, Wednesday 17 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15:18 Cardiff | 5h51 | 21:09 Brussels | 3 changes | |
| Thursday 18 December | |||||
| 06:24 Cardiff | 5h41 | 12:05 Brussels | 3 changes | |
| 08:37 Cardiff | 5h28 | 14:05 Brussels | 3 changes | |
| 10:19 Cardiff | 5h47 | 16:06 Brussels | 3 changes | |
| 12:19 Cardiff | 5h46 | 18:05 Brussels | 3 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cardiff to Brussels
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Trains from Cardiff to Brussels run on average 6 times per day, taking around 6h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £278 but you can travel from only £30 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:53, the last at 17:30. The fastest train covers the 529 km distance in 5h 28m.
Distance 529 km |
Average train duration 6h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price £278 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 5h 28m |
First train 05:53 |
Last train 17:30 |
Train companies: first_great_western from Cardiff to Brussels trainsfirst_great_western trains will get you between Cardiff and Brussels from £30. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Cardiff to Brussels train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff to Brussels by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Brussels, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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