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

The cheapest way to get from Exeter to Cardigan is to drive which costs £45 - £70 and takes 3h 35m.

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 35m 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 C via Bus Station, Sarn Odeon and Synod Inn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 50m.

How far is it from Exeter to Cardigan?

The distance between Exeter and Cardigan is 229 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 which takes 5h 32m and costs £100 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 5h 32m 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 FlixBus, depart from Bampfylde Street station.

Train or bus from Exeter to Cardigan?

The best way to get from Exeter to Cardigan is to train which takes 5h 32m and costs £100 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 8h 50m.

Where does the Exeter to Cardigan bus arrive?

Exeter to Cardigan bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bus Station.

Can I drive from Exeter to Cardigan?

Yes, the driving distance between Exeter to Cardigan is 198 miles. It takes approximately 3h 35m to drive from Exeter to Cardigan.

Where can I stay near Cardigan?

There are 832+ 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
best
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Bristol Parkway
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Swansea
3. Take the train from Swansea to Whitland
5h 32m
£105–175
Drive 196.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Exeter to Cardigan196.5 mi
3h 35m
£48–70
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bampfylde Street to Bus Station
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Sarn Odeon
3. Take the bus from Sarn Odeon to Synod InnT1c
8h 50m
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Cardiff Central
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Carmarthen
3. Take the bus from Carmarthen Bus Station Stand 9 to Finch Square A460
7h 29m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Exeter to Cardigan.

Launch map view

Distance: 227.3 mi
Duration: 5h 32m

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

You can take a train from Exeter St Davids to Cardigan via Bristol Parkway, Swansea, and Whitland in around 5h 32m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bampfylde Street to Finch Square C via Bus Station, Sarn Odeon, and Synod Inn in around 8h 50m.

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