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Trip Overview

The average train between Lyon and Cardiff takes 8h 35m and the fastest train takes 7h 15m. The train service runs several times per day from Lyon 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.

8h 35m
Duration
695 mi
Distance
£305
Average price
Every 3 hours
Frequency

Train via Paris

best
  1. Take the train from Lyon Part Dieu to Paris Gare De Lyontrain train Tgv
  2. Take the train from Paris Nord to London St Pancras Intltrain train Eil
  3. Take the train from London Paddington to Cardiff Centraltrain train
7h 54m
£240–481

Lyon to Cardiff train times

Trains run every 3 hours between Lyon and Cardiff. The earliest departure is at 6:22 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Lyon is at 9:04 PM which arrives into Cardiff at 11:07 AM. All services require a transfer at Paris Gare de Lyon and take an average of 8h 35m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Frequently asked questions

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  • Distance: 695.2 mi
  • Duration: 8h 35m

What companies run services between Lyon, France and Cardiff, Wales?

You can take a train from Lyon Part Dieu to Cardiff Central via Paris Gare de Lyon, Paris Nord, London St Pancras Intl, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Paddington, and London Paddington in around 7h 54m.

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