What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff Central Station to Exeter?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff Central Station to Exeter is to bus which costs £10 - £29 and takes 3h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff Central Station to Exeter?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff Central Station to Exeter is to drive which takes 1h 57m and costs £26 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff Central Station and Exeter?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff Central Station to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Kingsway GD and arriving at Bampfylde Street via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff Central Station and Exeter?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Exeter St Davids. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 32m.

How far is it from Cardiff Central Station to Exeter?

The distance between Cardiff Central Station and Exeter is 114 miles. The road distance is 108 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff Central Station to Exeter without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff Central Station to Exeter without a car is to train via Bristol which takes 2h 13m and costs £14 - £70.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff Central Station to Exeter?

It takes approximately 2h 13m to get from Cardiff Central Station to Exeter, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff Central Station to Exeter bus from?

Cardiff Central Station to Exeter bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Kingsway GD station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff Central Station to Exeter train from?

Cardiff Central Station to Exeter train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Cardiff Central Station to Exeter?

The best way to get from Cardiff Central Station to Exeter is to train via Bristol which takes 2h 13m and costs £14 - £70. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £10 - £29 and takes 3h 30m.

Where does the Cardiff Central Station to Exeter bus arrive?

Cardiff Central Station to Exeter bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Cardiff Central Station and Exeter?

Exeter is 1h behind Cardiff Central Station. It is currently 4:57 AM in Cardiff Central Station and 3:57 AM in Exeter.

Where does the Cardiff Central Station to Exeter train arrive?

Cardiff Central Station to Exeter train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Bristol Temple Meads station.

Can I drive from Cardiff Central Station to Exeter?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff Central Station to Exeter is 108 miles. It takes approximately 1h 57m to drive from Cardiff Central Station to Exeter.

How do I get a train ticket from Cardiff Central Station to Exeter?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Cardiff Central Station to Exeter?

Book your Cardiff Central Station to Exeter bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

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Cardiff Central Station to Exeter - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Cardiff Central Station to Exeter by train, bus, or car

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Train via Bristol
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple MeadsCardiff Central - Portsmouth Harbour / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Exeter St DavidsEdinburgh - Plymouth / ...
2h 13m
£14–68
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Bus StationUk910 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bampfylde StreetUkn49 / ...
3h 30m
£11–28
Drive 107.4 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff Central Station to Exeter107.4 mi
1h 57m
£27–39
Train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Exeter St DavidsCardiff Central - Exeter St Davids / ...
2h 32m
£40–80

Cardiff Central Station to Exeter by train

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Distance: 113.1 mi
Duration: 2h 13m

What companies run services between Cardiff Central Station, Wales and Exeter, England?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Exeter St Davids via Bristol Temple Meads in around 2h 13m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Cardiff Central Station to Bampfylde Street via Kingsway GD and Bus Station in around 3h 30m.

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