The average train between Ghent and Cardiff takes 6h 27m and the fastest train takes 5h 26m. The train service runs several times per day from Ghent 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.
Trains run every 3 hours between Ghent and Cardiff. The earliest departure is at 6:36 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Ghent is at 8:37 PM which arrives into Cardiff at 8:06 AM. All services require a transfer at Lille Flandres and take an average of 6h 27m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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6h 1m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Ghent 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.
No, there is no direct train from Ghent to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Gand-Saint-Pierre station and arriving at Cardiff Central station via Lille Flandres station and London St Pancras Intl station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 27m.
Ghent to Cardiff train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Gand-Saint-Pierre station.
Ghent to Cardiff train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Cardiff Central station.
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The distance between Ghent and Cardiff is 482 km.
You can take a train from Gand-Saint-Pierre to Cardiff Central via Lille Flandres, Lille Europe, London St Pancras Intl, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Paddington, and London Paddington in around 5h 55m.