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

The cheapest way to get from Exeter Airport (EXT) to Cardiff is to bus which costs £23 - £55 and takes 4h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Exeter Airport (EXT) to Cardiff is to drive which takes 1h 54m and costs £26 - £40.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Exeter Airport (EXT) to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Exeter International Airport and arriving at Sophia Gardens via Bampfylde Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 23m.

How far is it from Exeter Airport (EXT) to Cardiff?

The distance between Exeter Airport (EXT) and Cardiff is 121 miles. The road distance is 106.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Exeter Airport (EXT) to Cardiff without a car is to train via Bristol which takes 3h 24m and costs £50 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 3h 24m to get from Exeter Airport (EXT) to Cardiff, including transfers.

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

Exeter Airport (EXT) to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bampfylde Street station.

Train or bus from Exeter Airport (EXT) to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Exeter Airport (EXT) to Cardiff is to train via Bristol which takes 3h 24m and costs £50 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £23 - £55 and takes 4h 23m.

Where does the Exeter Airport (EXT) to Cardiff bus arrive?

Exeter Airport (EXT) to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Sophia Gardens station.

Can I drive from Exeter Airport (EXT) to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Exeter Airport (EXT) to Cardiff is 106 miles. It takes approximately 1h 54m to drive from Exeter Airport (EXT) to Cardiff.

Where can I stay near Cardiff?

There are 1636+ hotels available in Cardiff.

Can I share a ride from Exeter Airport (EXT) to Cardiff?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Exeter Airport (EXT) and Cardiff. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Exeter Airport (EXT) to Cardiff - 5 ways to travel via train, and bus

There are 5 ways to get from Exeter Airport (EXT) to Cardiff by train, bus, rideshare, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train via Bristol
best
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Bristol Parkwaytrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Cardiff Centraltrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
3h 24m
£52–103
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bampfylde Street to Sophia Gardensbus Cp5
4h 23m
£23–54
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from Exeter-EXT to Cardiffrideshare 105.8 mi
1h 54m
Drive 105.8 mi
1. Drive from Exeter Airport (EXT) to Cardiffcar 105.8 mi
1h 54m
£27–38
Train
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Cardiff Centraltrain Exeter St Davids - Cardiff Central / ...
3h 59m
£53–100

Exeter Airport (EXT) to Cardiff by bus and train

126Weekly Services

3h 24mAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from Exeter Airport (EXT) to Cardiff.

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Distance: 120.6 mi
Duration: 3h 24m

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

You can take a bus from Exeter International Airport to Cardiff Central via St Davids Station, Exeter St Davids, and Bristol Parkway in around 3h 24m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Bampfylde Street to Sophia Gardens twice a week. Tickets cost £20–50 and the journey takes 2h 55m.

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