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Cardiff to University of Exeter trains

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The average train between Cardiff and University of Exeter takes 2h 34m and the fastest train takes 1h 51m. There is an hourly train service from Cardiff to University of Exeter. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

2h 34m
Duration
114 mi
Distance
£59
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Cardiff to University of Exeter train times

Trains run hourly between Cardiff and University of Exeter. The earliest departure is at 6:28 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cardiff is at 11:30 PM which arrives into University of Exeter at 6:36 AM. All services require a transfer at Bristol Temple Meads and take an average of 2h 34m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, November 4, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)3h 10m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 47m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)7h 6m • 1 change

Departing Thursday, November 5, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 16m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross Country2h 10m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross Country2h 18m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 31m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, November 6, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 16m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross Country2h 10m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross Country2h 18m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 31m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, November 7, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 2m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross Country2h 18m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 24m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross Country2h 17m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, November 8, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross Country1h 51m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross Country1h 57m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross Country2h 25m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 23m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, November 9, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 16m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross Country2h 10m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross Country2h 18m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 31m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 16m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross Country2h 10m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross Country2h 18m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 31m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Cardiff to University of Exeter? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Cardiff to University of Exeter.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 113.8 mi
  • Duration: 2h 34m

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

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to University of Exeter via Bristol Temple Meads and Exeter St Davids in around 2h 25m.

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