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

The cheapest way to get from Exeter to Cardigan is to bus which costs £30 - £55 and takes 8h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Exeter to Cardigan is to drive which takes 3h 37m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Exeter and Cardigan?

No, there is no direct bus from Exeter to Cardigan. However, there are services departing from Bampfylde Street and arriving at Finch Square A via Sophia Gardens and Carmarthen Bus Station Stand 9. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 7m.

How far is it from Exeter to Cardigan?

The distance between Exeter and Cardigan is 227 miles. The road distance is 197.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Exeter to Cardigan without a car is to train and bus which takes 6h 30m and costs £35 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 6h 30m to get from Exeter to Cardigan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Exeter to Cardigan bus from?

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

Where does the Exeter to Cardigan bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Exeter to Cardigan?

Yes, the driving distance between Exeter to Cardigan is 198 miles. It takes approximately 3h 37m to drive from Exeter to Cardigan.

Where can I stay near Cardigan?

There are 824+ hotels available in Cardigan.

Exeter to Cardigan - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Exeter to Cardigan by train, bus, 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, bus
best
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Bristol Parkwaytrain
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Swanseatrain
3. Take the train from Swansea to Carmarthentrain
4. Take the bus from Carmarthen Bus Station Stand 9 to Cardigan Rugby Clubbus 460
6h 30m
£38–111
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bampfylde Street to Sophia Gardensbus Cp5
2. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Rose and Crownbus 112
3. Take the bus from Carmarthen Bus Station Stand 9 to Finch Square Abus 460
8h 7m
£33–53
Drive 196.5 mi
1. Drive from Exeter to Cardigancar 196.5 mi
3h 37m
£49–70
Train, bus via Cardiff
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Cardiff Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Carmarthentrain
3. Take the bus from Carmarthen station to Finch Square Abus 460
7h 18m
£55–114

Exeter to Cardigan by train, foot, and bus

133Weekly Services

6h 30mAverage Duration

£38Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Exeter to Cardigan.

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Distance: 226 mi
Duration: 6h 30m

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

You can take a bus from Bampfylde Street to Finch Square A via Sophia Gardens, Rose and Crown, and Carmarthen Bus Station Stand 9 in around 8h 7m.

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