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

The cheapest way to get from Exeter to Cardiff Queen Street is to bus which costs £20 - £45 and takes 3h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Exeter to Cardiff Queen Street is to drive which takes 1h 54m and costs £26 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Exeter and Cardiff Queen Street?

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

Is there a direct train between Exeter and Cardiff Queen Street?

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 Queen Street?

The distance between Exeter and Cardiff Queen Street is 115 miles. The road distance is 106.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Exeter to Cardiff Queen Street without a car is to train via Bristol which takes 2h 24m and costs £20 - £70.

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

It takes approximately 2h 24m to get from Exeter to Cardiff Queen Street, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Exeter to Cardiff Queen Street bus from?

Exeter to Cardiff Queen Street bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bampfylde Street station.

Where do I catch the Exeter to Cardiff Queen Street train from?

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

Train or bus from Exeter to Cardiff Queen Street?

The best way to get from Exeter to Cardiff Queen Street is to train via Bristol which takes 2h 24m and costs £20 - £70. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £20 - £45 and takes 3h 18m.

Where does the Exeter to Cardiff Queen Street bus arrive?

Exeter to Cardiff Queen Street bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Exeter to Cardiff Queen Street train arrive?

Exeter to Cardiff Queen Street train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Bristol Temple Meads station.

Can I drive from Exeter to Cardiff Queen Street?

Yes, the driving distance between Exeter to Cardiff Queen Street is 106 miles. It takes approximately 1h 54m to drive from Exeter to Cardiff Queen Street.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Exeter to Cardiff Queen Street?

Book your Exeter to Cardiff Queen Street bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Cardiff Queen Street?

There are 1523+ hotels available in Cardiff Queen Street.

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

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

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Train via Bristol
best
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Bristol Temple MeadsPlymouth - Sheffield / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff CentralPortsmouth Harbour - Cardiff Central / ...
2h 24m
£21–66
Bus via Bristol
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bampfylde Street to Bus StationUk049 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Kingsway GDUk910 / ...
3h 40m
£11–41
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bampfylde Street to Sophia GardensCp5
3h 18m
£20–45
Drive 105.7 mi
1. Drive from Exeter to Cardiff Queen Street105.7 mi
1h 54m
£27–39
Train
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Cardiff CentralExeter St Davids - Cardiff Central / ...
2h 47m
£40–80

Exeter to Cardiff Queen Street by train and foot

242Weekly Services

2h 24mAverage Duration

£21Cheapest Price

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Distance: 114 mi
Duration: 2h 24m

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

You can take a train from Exeter St Davids to Cardiff Queen Street via Bristol Temple Meads and Cardiff Central in around 2h 24m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Bampfylde Street to Sophia Gardens once a week. Tickets cost £20–45 and the journey takes 2h 55m.

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