The average train between Cardiff and North Devon takes 4h 34m and the fastest train takes 3h 28m. There is a train service every few hours from Cardiff to North Devon. 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 North Devon. 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 North Devon at 8:25 AM. All services require a transfer at Bristol Temple Meads and take an average of 4h 34m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Cardiff to North Devon? 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 North Devon. However, there are services departing from Cardiff station and arriving at North Devon station via Bristol Temple Meads. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 34m.
Cardiff to North Devon train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Cardiff Central station.
Cardiff to North Devon train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Barnstaple station.
Book your Cardiff to North Devon train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR) and Cross Country.
The distance between Cardiff and North Devon is 75.5 km. The road distance is 244 km.
You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Barnstaple via Bristol Temple Meads and Exeter St Davids in around 4h 4m.