The average train between Cardiff and Laval takes 9h 40m and the fastest train takes 7h 3m. The train service runs several times per day from Cardiff to Laval. 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 every 4 hours between Cardiff and Laval. The earliest departure is at 6:48 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cardiff is at 9:20 PM which arrives into Laval at 11:51 AM. All services require a transfer at London Paddington and take an average of 9h 40m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.




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Want to know about travelling from Cardiff to Laval? 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 Cardiff to Laval. However, there are services departing from Cardiff station and arriving at Laval station via London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 40m.
Cardiff to Laval train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Cardiff Central station.
Cardiff to Laval train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Laval station.
Book your Cardiff to Laval train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR), London Underground (Tube) and 3 other operators.
The distance between Cardiff and Laval is 416.5 km. The road distance is 977 km.
You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Laval via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, London St Pancras Intl, Paris Nord, Gare du Nord, Montparnasse Bienvenue, and Paris Montparnasse Hall 1 - 2 in around 8h 27m.