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

The cheapest way to get from Exeter to Wales is to bus which costs £20 - £45 and takes 2h 55m.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Exeter and Wales?

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 Wales?

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 Wales?

The distance between Exeter and Wales is 114 miles. The road distance is 107.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Exeter to Wales without a car is to train via Bristol which takes 2h 6m and costs £20 - £70.

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

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

Where do I catch the Exeter to Wales bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Exeter to Wales train from?

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

Train or bus from Exeter to Wales?

The best way to get from Exeter to Wales is to train via Bristol which takes 2h 6m and costs £20 - £70. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £20 - £45 and takes 2h 55m.

Where does the Exeter to Wales bus arrive?

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

Where does the Exeter to Wales train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Exeter to Wales?

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

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Exeter to Wales?

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Where can I stay near Wales?

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

There are 5 ways to get from Exeter to Wales 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 6m
£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 28m
£11–41
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bampfylde Street to Sophia GardensCp5
2h 55m
£20–45
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
£40–80

Exeter to Wales by train

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2h 6mAverage Duration

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Distance: 113.1 mi
Duration: 2h 6m

What companies run services between Exeter, England and Wales?

You can take a train from Exeter St Davids to Cardiff Central via Bristol Temple Meads in around 2h 6m. 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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