Cardiff to Paris train
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Train schedule Cardiff to Paris
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Fastest train times from Cardiff to Paris
Fastest Journey
1 h 47 m
Average
5 h 18 m
Trains per day
14
Distance
490 km
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Overview: Train from Cardiff to Paris
 | Distance | 304 miles |
 | Train frequency | 11 a day |
 | Direct train | No |
 | Train companies | First Great Western Service |
Trains from Cardiff to Paris cover the 304 miles long trip taking on average 4 h 53 min with our travel partners like First Great Western Service. Normally, there are 11 trains operating per day, including direct services available. Travellers depart most frequently from Cardiff Central and arrive in Paris Gare de Lyon.
Train providers: Great Western Rail trains Cardiff to Paris
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Cardiff to Paris train information with Great Western Rail:
- Average Duration: 4 h 38 min
- Great Western Rail frequency: 10 a day
Trains from Cardiff to Paris
The journey by train from Cardiff to Paris is made in two stages. Great Western Railway operates a direct route from Cardiff to London St Pancras International from where the direct onward journey to Paris is made on Eurostar trains. Travel time is from just over four hours to approximately five hours plus the time needed to cross London from London Paddington to St Pancras International stations.
Which train companies travel from Cardiff to Paris?
High-speed trains from Cardiff to London are operated by Great Western Railway and from London to Paris by Eurostar. All carriages are modern and comfortable with onboard facilities that include bistro-bars, wifi, toilets, luggage space and power outlets.
How long is the train from Trains from Cardiff to Paris?
The train journey from Cardiff to London Paddington takes just over two hours. Around half an hour should be allowed for travelling by underground from London Paddington to London St Pancras International. The train journey from here to Paris Gare du Nord takes between two hours 15 minutes and two hours 30 minutes.
How many trains are there from Cardiff to Paris?
There are at least two departures an hour from early morning until late at night on the Cardiff to London route. There are then up to 16 daily Eurostar departures from London to Paris. Trains depart at approximately hourly intervals from early morning until mid-evening.
What are the departure and arrival stations for trains from Cardiff to Paris?
Departure train station: Trains to Paris from Cardiff depart from Cardiff Central Station, a busy transport hub located in the heart of the city. It is served by taxis as well as local and long-distance trains and buses. Station facilities include car and bicycle parking, passenger lounges, ATMs, wifi, toilets and a range of shops, food kiosks and cafes.
Arrival train station: All train routes from Cardiff to Paris terminate at the busy Paris Gare du Nord. Housed in an impressive historic building, it is conveniently located for many of the city's tourist attractions. With 36 platforms it is one of the world's busiest stations and part of a large transport network of taxis, Metro, local, regional and international trains, and local buses. Facilities at Paris Gare du Nord include car and bicycle parking, passenger lounges, wifi, left luggage storage, shops, cafes and restaurants.
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