What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Pont-de-l'Arche?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Pont-de-l'Arche is to bus which costs €30 - €140 and takes 18h 52m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to Pont-de-l'Arche?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Pont-de-l'Arche is to train and fly which takes 7h 33m and costs €90 - €250.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Pont-de-l'Arche?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Pont-de-l'Arche. However, there are services departing from Kingsway GD and arriving at Mairie via London Victoria, Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) and Gare Routière. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 18h 52m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Pont-de-l'Arche?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Pont-de-l'Arche. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Pont-de-l'Arche via Paddington, London St Pancras Intl, Magenta and Paris Saint-Lazare. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 35m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Pont-de-l'Arche?

The distance between Cardiff and Pont-de-l'Arche is 809 km.

How do I travel from Cardiff to Pont-de-l'Arche without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Pont-de-l'Arche without a car is to train which takes 7h 35m and costs €150 - €460.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to Pont-de-l'Arche?

It takes approximately 7h 35m to get from Cardiff to Pont-de-l'Arche, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Pont-de-l'Arche bus from?

Cardiff to Pont-de-l'Arche bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Kingsway GD station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Pont-de-l'Arche train from?

Cardiff to Pont-de-l'Arche train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Pont-de-l'Arche?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Pont-de-l'Arche is to train which takes 7h 35m and costs €150 - €460. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €140 and takes 18h 52m.

Where does the Cardiff to Pont-de-l'Arche bus arrive?

Cardiff to Pont-de-l'Arche bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at London Victoria station.

What is the time difference between Cardiff and Pont-de-l'Arche?

Pont-de-l'Arche is 1h ahead of Cardiff. It is currently 2:15 AM in Cardiff and 3:15 AM in Pont-de-l'Arche.

Where does the Cardiff to Pont-de-l'Arche train arrive?

Cardiff to Pont-de-l'Arche train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

How do I get a train ticket from Cardiff to Pont-de-l'Arche?

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Where can I stay near Pont-de-l'Arche?

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Cardiff to Pont-de-l'Arche - 12 ways to travel via train, bus, and car ferry

There are 12 ways to get from Cardiff to Pont-de-l'Arche by train (Eurostar), train, bus, car ferry, car, car train, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London Paddington
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Paris NordEil
3. Take the train from Paris Saint-Lazare to Pont-de-l'ArcheC1
7h 35m
€151–460
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to London Victoria
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Paris700
3. Take the bus from Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) to Rouen742 / ...
18h 52m
€32–139
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London Paddington
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Lille EuropeEil
3. Take the bus from Lille to Rouen712
11h 27m
€104–495
Train, car ferry
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Southampton Central
2. Take the car ferry from Portsmouth International Port to Le Havre
3. Take the train from Le Havre to Rouen Rive DroiteK1+ / ...
14h 30m
€87–406
Drive, Eurotunnel
1. Drive from Cardiff to Folkestone
2. Take the car train from Folkestone to Calais-Fréthun
3. Drive from Calais-Fréthun to Pont-de-l'Arche
6h 28m
Drive, car ferry
1. Drive from Cardiff to Port of Dover
2. Take the car ferry from Port of Dover to Calais
3. Drive from Calais to Pont-de-l'Arche
7h 51m
€134–193
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport, train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport (CDG)BRS - CDG
3. Take the train from Paris Saint-Lazare to Pont-de-l'Arche
7h 33m
€91–246
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport, train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Street
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport (CDG)BHX - CDG
3. Take the train from Paris Saint-Lazare to Pont-de-l'Arche
8h 40m
€126–343
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport, train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London Paddington
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport (CDG)LHR - CDG
3. Take the train from Paris Saint-Lazare to Pont-de-l'Arche
8h 26m
€173–443
Train, train to London Gatwick Airport, fly to Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Reading
2. Take the train from Reading to Gatwick Airport
3. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport (CDG)LGW - CDG
4. Take the train from Paris Saint-Lazare to Pont-de-l'Arche
9h 30m
€138–342
Train, train to Luton Airport, fly to Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London Paddington
2. Take the train from Farringdon to Luton Airport Parkway
3. Fly from Luton Airport (LTN) to Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport (CDG)LTN - CDG
4. Take the train from Paris Saint-Lazare to Pont-de-l'Arche
9h 7m
€134–358
Train, train to London Gatwick Airport, fly to Paris Orly Airport
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Reading
2. Take the train from Reading to Gatwick Airport
3. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Paris Orly Airport (ORY)LGW - ORY
4. Take the train from Paris Saint-Lazare to Pont-de-l'Arche
9h 32m
€128–352

Cardiff to Pont-de-l'Arche by train and subway

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7h 35mAverage Duration

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Distance: 808.6 km
Duration: 7h 35m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Pont-de-l'Arche, France?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Pont-de-l'Arche via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, London St Pancras Intl, Paris Nord, Magenta, Haussmann Saint-Lazare, and Paris Saint-Lazare in around 7h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kingsway GD to Mairie via London Victoria, Paris, Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine), Rouen, and Gare Routière in around 18h 52m.

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