The average train between Cardiff and Exmouth takes 3h 34m and the fastest train takes 2h 35m. There is a train service every few hours from Cardiff to Exmouth. 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 hourly between Cardiff and Exmouth. The earliest departure is at 6:57 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cardiff is at 11:30 PM which arrives into Exmouth at 7:20 AM. All services require a transfer at Bristol Temple Meads and take an average of 3h 34m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Cardiff to Exmouth? 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 Exmouth. However, there are services departing from Cardiff station and arriving at Exmouth station via Bristol Temple Meads. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 34m.
Cardiff to Exmouth train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Cardiff Central station.
Cardiff to Exmouth train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Exmouth station.
Book your Cardiff to Exmouth train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR) and Cross Country.
The distance between Cardiff and Exmouth is 97.2 km. The road distance is 200 km.
You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Exmouth via Bristol Temple Meads and Exeter St Davids in around 3h 9m.