What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff Airport to Exeter?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff Airport to Exeter is to line 304 bus and bus which costs £20 - £60 and takes 6h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff Airport to Exeter?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff Airport to Exeter is to drive which takes 2h 19m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff Airport and Exeter?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff Airport to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Airport and arriving at Exeter via Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 3, Sophia Gardens and Bristol Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff Airport and Exeter?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff Airport to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Rhoose and arriving at Exeter St Davids via Cardiff Central and Bristol Temple Meads. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 46m.

How far is it from Cardiff Airport to Exeter?

The distance between Cardiff Airport and Exeter is 127 miles. The road distance is 118.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff Airport to Exeter without a car is to train which takes 3h 46m and costs £45 - £110.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff Airport to Exeter?

It takes approximately 3h 46m to get from Cardiff Airport to Exeter, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff Airport to Exeter bus from?

Cardiff Airport to Exeter bus services, operated by First South & West Wales, depart from Cardiff Airport station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff Airport to Exeter train from?

Cardiff Airport to Exeter train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Cardiff Airport to Exeter?

The best way to get from Cardiff Airport to Exeter is to train which takes 3h 46m and costs £45 - £110. Alternatively, you can line 304 bus and bus, which costs £20 - £60 and takes 6h 25m.

Where does the Cardiff Airport to Exeter bus arrive?

Cardiff Airport to Exeter bus services, operated by First South & West Wales, arrive at Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 1 station.

Where does the Cardiff Airport to Exeter train arrive?

Cardiff Airport to Exeter train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Bristol Temple Meads station.

Can I drive from Cardiff Airport to Exeter?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff Airport to Exeter is 119 miles. It takes approximately 2h 19m to drive from Cardiff Airport to Exeter.

Where can I stay near Exeter?

There are 1549+ hotels available in Exeter.

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There are 4 ways to get from Cardiff Airport to Exeter by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain Cardiff Central - Exeter St Davids / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Exeter St Davidstrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
3h 46m
£50–108
Line 304 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cardiff Airport to Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 1bus 304
2. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Bus Stationbus 202 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Exeterbus
6h 25m
£20–60
Drive 117.9 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff Airport to Exetercar 117.9 mi
2h 19m
£29–42
Line 304 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Cardiff Airport to Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 1bus 304
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Exeter St Davidstrain Cardiff Central - Exeter St Davids / ...
4h 56m
£53–103

Cardiff Airport to Exeter by bus and train

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4h 56mAverage Duration

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Distance: 126.6 mi
Duration: 3h 46m

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

You can take a vehicle from Cardiff Airport to Exeter St Davids via Rhoose, Cardiff Central, and Bristol Temple Meads in around 3h 46m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cardiff Airport to Exeter via Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 3, Talbot Street, Sophia Gardens, and Bristol Bus Station in around 6h 25m.

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