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 £24 - £35 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 £25 - £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 bus and train which takes 3h 20m and costs £60 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 3h 20m 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 bus which takes 4h 23m and costs £24 - £35. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £60 - £130 and takes 3h 58m.

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 bus, train, 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.

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Exeter International Airport to St Davids Stationbus 58A / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Bristol Parkwaytrain
3. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Cardiff Centraltrain
3h 20m
£62–160
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bampfylde Street to Sophia Gardensbus Cp5
4h 23m
£24–33
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
£26–38
Train
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Cardiff Centraltrain Exeter St Davids - Cardiff Central / ...
3h 58m
£63–125

Exeter Airport (EXT) to Cardiff by bus and train

129Weekly Services

3h 20mAverage Duration

£62Cheapest Price

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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 20m

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

National Express operates a bus from Bampfylde Street to Sophia Gardens once a week. Tickets cost £21–29 and the journey takes 2h 55m. Alternatively, Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Exeter St Davids to Cardiff Central every 2 hours. Tickets cost £60–120 and the journey takes 2h 30m.

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