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

The cheapest way to get from Exeter to Cardiff is to bus which costs £19 - £40 and takes 2h 55m.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Exeter and Cardiff?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bampfylde Street and arriving at Sophia Gardens. Services depart twice a week, and operate Tuesday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 2h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Exeter and Cardiff?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Exeter St Davids and arriving at Cardiff Central. Services depart every two hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 30m.

How far is it from Exeter to Cardiff?

The distance between Exeter and Cardiff is 115 miles. The road distance is 107.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Exeter to Cardiff without a car is to train via Bristol which takes 2h 6m and costs £25 - £65.

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

It takes approximately 2h 6m to get from Exeter to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Exeter to Cardiff bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Exeter to Cardiff train from?

Exeter to Cardiff train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Exeter St Davids station.

Train or bus from Exeter to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Exeter to Cardiff is to train via Bristol which takes 2h 6m and costs £25 - £65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £19 - £40 and takes 2h 55m.

Where does the Exeter to Cardiff bus arrive?

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

Where does the Exeter to Cardiff train arrive?

Exeter to Cardiff train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Bristol Parkway station.

Can I drive from Exeter to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Exeter to Cardiff is 107 miles. It takes approximately 1h 56m to drive from Exeter to Cardiff.

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

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

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

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Train via Bristol
best
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Bristol ParkwayPlymouth - Sheffield / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Cardiff CentralLondon Paddington - Swansea / ...
2h 6m
£25–63
Bus via Bristol
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bampfylde Street to Bus StationUk049 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Kingsway GDUk940 / ...
3h 25m
£11–41
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bampfylde Street to Sophia GardensCp5
2h 55m
£19–40
Drive 106.5 mi
1. Drive from Exeter to Cardiff106.5 mi
1h 56m
£27–39
Train
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Cardiff CentralExeter St Davids - Cardiff Central / ...
2h 30m
£40–85

Exeter to Cardiff by train

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2h 6mAverage Duration

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Distance: 114.3 mi
Duration: 2h 6m

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

You can take a train from Exeter St Davids to Cardiff Central via Bristol Parkway in around 2h 6m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Bampfylde Street to Sophia Gardens twice a week. Tickets cost £19–40 and the journey takes 2h 55m.

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