What is the cheapest way to get from Cardigan to Exeter?

The cheapest way to get from Cardigan to Exeter is to drive which costs £45 - £75 and takes 3h 39m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardigan to Exeter?

The fastest way to get from Cardigan to Exeter is to drive which takes 3h 39m and costs £45 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Cardigan and Exeter?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardigan to Exeter. However, there are services departing from The Black Lion and arriving at Bampfylde Street via Sophia Gardens. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Cardigan and Exeter?

No, there is no direct train from Cardigan to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Clunderwen and arriving at Exeter St Davids via Cardiff Central and Bristol Temple Meads. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 20m.

How far is it from Cardigan to Exeter?

The distance between Cardigan and Exeter is 230 miles. The road distance is 198.7 miles.

How do I travel from Cardigan to Exeter without a car?

The best way to get from Cardigan to Exeter without a car is to train via Bristol which takes 5h 20m and costs £160 - £250.

How long does it take to get from Cardigan to Exeter?

It takes approximately 5h 20m to get from Cardigan to Exeter, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardigan to Exeter bus from?

Cardigan to Exeter bus services, operated by National Express, depart from The Black Lion station.

Where do I catch the Cardigan to Exeter train from?

Cardigan to Exeter train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Clunderwen station.

Train or bus from Cardigan to Exeter?

The best way to get from Cardigan to Exeter is to train via Bristol which takes 5h 20m and costs £160 - £250. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £130 - £180 and takes 7h 20m.

Where does the Cardigan to Exeter bus arrive?

Cardigan to Exeter bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Sophia Gardens station.

Where does the Cardigan to Exeter train arrive?

Cardigan to Exeter train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Cardiff Central station.

Can I drive from Cardigan to Exeter?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardigan to Exeter is 199 miles. It takes approximately 3h 39m to drive from Cardigan to Exeter.

Where can I stay near Exeter?

There are 1528+ hotels available in Exeter.

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There are 5 ways to get from Cardigan to Exeter by train, bus, or car

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Train via Bristol
best
1. Take the train from Clunderwen to Cardiff Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Exeter St Davidstrain
5h 20m
£161–249
Drive 197.5 mi
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1. Drive from Cardigan to Exetercar 197.5 mi
3h 39m
£49–71
Bus
1. Take the bus from The Black Lion to Sophia Gardensbus 112 / ...
2. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Bampfylde Streetbus Cp5
7h 20m
£138–179
Train
1. Take the train from Clunderwen to Cardiff Centraltrain Milford Haven - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Exeter St Davidstrain Cardiff Central - Exeter St Davids / ...
6h 17m
£164–250
Train #2
1. Take the train from Carmarthen to Cardiff Centraltrain Haverfordwest - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Exeter St Davidstrain Cardiff Central - Exeter St Davids / ...
7h 3m
£139–230

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Distance: 228.6 mi
Duration: 5h 20m

What companies run services between Cardigan, Wales and Exeter, England?

You can take a vehicle from Cardigan to Exeter St Davids via Clunderwen, Cardiff Central, and Bristol Temple Meads in around 5h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Cardigan to Bampfylde Street via The Black Lion and Sophia Gardens in around 7h 20m.

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