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Trip Overview

The average train between Aachen and Cardiff takes 7h 23m and the fastest train takes 6h 11m. The train service runs several times per day from Aachen to Cardiff. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

7h 23m
Duration
473 mi
Distance
£238
Average price
Every 3 hours
Frequency

Train

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  1. Take the train from Aachen, Hbf to Bruxelles Miditrain train 79
  2. Take the train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to London St Pancras Intltrain train Eil
  3. Take the train from London Paddington to Cardiff Centraltrain train
6h 27m
£195–381

Aachen to Cardiff train times

Trains run every 3 hours between Aachen and Cardiff. The earliest departure is at 7:19 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Aachen is at 10:20 PM which arrives into Cardiff at 11:40 AM. All services require a transfer at Bruxelles Midi and take an average of 7h 23m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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Departing Friday, October 16, 2026

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Departing Saturday, October 17, 2026

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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Aachen to Cardiff? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

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  • Distance: 472.9 mi
  • Duration: 7h 23m

What companies run services between Aachen, Germany and Cardiff, Wales?

You can take a train from Aachen, Hbf to Cardiff Central via Bruxelles Midi, Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi, London St Pancras Intl, Farringdon, Farringdon Without, and London Paddington in around 6h 27m.

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