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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Exeter (Station) is to bus via Bristol which costs £10 - £29 and takes 3h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Exeter (Station) is to drive which takes 1h 56m and costs £26 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Exeter (Station)?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Bampfylde Street. Services depart once a week, and operate Tuesday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 2h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Exeter (Station)?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Exeter (Station). However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Exeter St Davids via Bristol Temple Meads. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 34m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Exeter (Station)?

The distance between Cardiff and Exeter (Station) is 115 miles. The road distance is 107.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Exeter (Station) without a car is to train via Bristol which takes 2h 34m and costs £16 - £75.

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

It takes approximately 2h 34m to get from Cardiff to Exeter (Station), including transfers.

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

Cardiff to Exeter (Station) bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sophia Gardens station.

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

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Exeter (Station)?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Exeter (Station) is to train via Bristol which takes 2h 34m and costs £16 - £75. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £20 - £45 and takes 2h 45m.

Where does the Cardiff to Exeter (Station) bus arrive?

Cardiff to Exeter (Station) bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bampfylde Street station.

Where does the Cardiff to Exeter (Station) train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Exeter (Station)?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Exeter (Station) is 108 miles. It takes approximately 1h 56m to drive from Cardiff to Exeter (Station).

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

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Where can I stay near Exeter (Station)?

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Cardiff to Exeter (Station) - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Cardiff to Exeter (Station) 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 34m
£17–71
Bus via Bristol
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Bus StationUk940 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bampfylde StreetUkn49 / ...
3h 23m
£11–29
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Bampfylde StreetCp5
2h 45m
£20–45
Drive 107.2 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Exeter (Station)107.2 mi
1h 56m
£27–39
Train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Exeter St DavidsCardiff Central - Exeter St Davids / ...
2h 45m
£46–83

Cardiff to Exeter (Station) by train and bus

58Weekly Services

2h 45mAverage Duration

£46Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 114.2 mi
Duration: 2h 34m

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

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Exeter (Station) via Bristol Temple Meads and Exeter St Davids in around 2h 34m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Sophia Gardens to Bampfylde Street once a week. Tickets cost £20–45 and the journey takes 2h 45m.

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