The average train between Wales and Devon takes 3h 47m and the fastest train takes 2h 37m. There is a train service every few hours from Wales to 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 Wales and Devon. The earliest departure is at 6:30 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Wales is at 11:30 PM which arrives into Devon at 7:30 AM. All services require a transfer at Bristol Temple Meads and take an average of 3h 47m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Wales to 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 Wales to Devon. However, there are services departing from Wales station and arriving at Devon station via Bristol Temple Meads. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 47m.
Wales to Devon train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Cardiff Central station.
Wales to Devon train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Exeter St Davids station.
Book your Wales to Devon train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR) and Cross Country.
The distance between Wales and Devon is 171.6 km. The road distance is 199 km.
You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Yeoford via Bristol Temple Meads and Exeter St Davids in around 3h 20m.