The average train between Pontypridd and Exeter takes 2h 59m and the fastest train takes 2h 26m. There is a train service every few hours from Pontypridd to Exeter. 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 Pontypridd and Exeter. The earliest departure is at 6:03 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Pontypridd is at 7:43 PM which arrives into Exeter at 10:41 PM. All services require a transfer at Cardiff Central and take an average of 2h 59m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Pontypridd to Exeter? 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 Pontypridd to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Pontypridd station and arriving at Exeter station via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 59m.
Pontypridd to Exeter train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Pontypridd station.
Pontypridd to Exeter train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Exeter St Davids station.
Book your Pontypridd to Exeter train tickets online with Transport for Wales, Great Western Railway (GWR) and Cross Country.
The distance between Pontypridd and Exeter is 98.5 km. The road distance is 204 km.
You can take a train from Pontypridd to Exeter St Davids via Cardiff Central and Bristol Parkway in around 3h 38m.