The average train between Exeter and Wales takes 2h 27m and the fastest train takes 1h 46m. There is a train service every few hours from Exeter to Wales. 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 Exeter and Wales. The earliest departure is at 5:42 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Exeter is at 10:43 PM which arrives into Wales at 7:14 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 27m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Exeter to Wales. However, there are services departing from Exeter station and arriving at Wales station via Bristol Temple Meads. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 27m.
Exeter to Wales train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Exeter St Davids station.
Exeter to Wales train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Cardiff Central station.
Book your Exeter to Wales train tickets online with Cross Country and Great Western Railway (GWR).
The distance between Exeter and Wales is 175.1 km. The road distance is 182 km.
You can take a train from Exeter St Davids to Cardiff Central via Bristol Temple Meads in around 1h 57m.