What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to University of Exeter?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to University of Exeter is to bus via Bristol which costs £10 - £29 and takes 3h 36m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to University of Exeter?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to University of Exeter is to drive which takes 2h 1m and costs £26 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and University of Exeter?

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

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and University of 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 to University of Exeter?

The distance between Cardiff and University of Exeter is 115 miles. The road distance is 106.7 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff to University of Exeter without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff to University of Exeter without a car is to train via Bristol which takes 2h 27m and costs £14 - £70.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to University of Exeter?

It takes approximately 2h 27m to get from Cardiff to University of Exeter, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to University of Exeter bus from?

Cardiff to University of Exeter bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sophia Gardens station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to University of Exeter train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to University of Exeter?

The best way to get from Cardiff to University of Exeter is to train via Bristol which takes 2h 27m and costs £14 - £70. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £20 - £50 and takes 3h 2m.

Where does the Cardiff to University of Exeter bus arrive?

Cardiff to University of Exeter bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bampfylde Street station.

Where does the Cardiff to University of Exeter train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to University of Exeter?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to University of Exeter is 107 miles. It takes approximately 2h 1m to drive from Cardiff to University of Exeter.

How do I get a train ticket from Cardiff to University of Exeter?

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Cardiff to University of Exeter - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Cardiff to University of 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 27m
£14–68
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 36m
£11–29
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Bampfylde StreetCp5
3h 2m
£20–50
Drive 106 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to University of Exeter106 mi
2h 1m
£27–39
Train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Exeter St DavidsCardiff Central - Exeter St Davids / ...
2h 46m
£40–80

Cardiff to University of Exeter by train and foot

235Weekly Services

2h 27mAverage Duration

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Distance: 113.8 mi
Duration: 2h 27m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and University of Exeter, England?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to University of Exeter via Bristol Temple Meads and Exeter St Davids in around 2h 27m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Sophia Gardens to Bampfylde Street twice a week. Tickets cost £20–50 and the journey takes 2h 45m.

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