The average train between Mainz and Cardiff takes 11h 28m and the fastest train takes 8h 57m. The train service runs several times per day from Mainz 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 4 hours between Mainz and Cardiff. The earliest departure is at 5:05 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Mainz is at 7:14 PM which arrives into Cardiff at 11:40 AM. All services require a transfer at Frankfurt and take an average of 11h 28m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.




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Want to know about travelling from Mainz 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 Mainz to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Mainz station and arriving at Cardiff station via Bruxelles Midi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 28m.
Mainz to Cardiff train services, operated by vlexx, depart from Frankfurt station.
Mainz to Cardiff train services, operated by vlexx, arrive at Cardiff Central station.
Book your Mainz to Cardiff train tickets online with vlexx, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and 5 other operators.
The distance between Mainz and Cardiff is 822.6 km. The road distance is 1,022 km.
You can take a train from Mainz, Römisches Theater to Cardiff Central via Frankfurt, Bruxelles Midi, Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi, London St Pancras Intl, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Paddington, and London Paddington in around 10h 34m.