The average train between Wales and France takes 5h 48m and the fastest train takes 4h 44m. There is a train service every few hours from Wales to France. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Wales and France. The earliest departure is at 5:07 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Wales is at 9:20 PM which arrives into France at 9:41 AM. All services require a transfer at London Paddington and take an average of 5h 48m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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4h 44m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Wales to France? 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.
No, there is no direct train from Wales to France. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central station and arriving at Paris Nord station via London Paddington station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 48m.
Wales to France train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Cardiff Central station.
Wales to France train services, operated by Eurostar, arrive at Paris Nord station.
The distance between Wales and France is 751.6 km.
You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Cité via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, London St Pancras Intl, Paris Nord, and Gare du Nord in around 5h 34m.