What is the cheapest way to get from Exeter (Station) to Cardiff?

The cheapest way to get from Exeter (Station) to Cardiff is to bus which costs £11 - £60 and takes 3h 52m.

What is the fastest way to get from Exeter (Station) to Cardiff?

The fastest way to get from Exeter (Station) to Cardiff is to drive which takes 1h 57m and costs £26 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Exeter (Station) and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Exeter (Station) to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Exeter and arriving at Cardiff North Road via Bristol Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 52m.

Is there a direct train between Exeter (Station) and Cardiff?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from St James Park (Devon) and arriving at Cardiff Central. Services depart once daily, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 2h 43m.

How far is it from Exeter (Station) to Cardiff?

The distance between Exeter (Station) and Cardiff is 116 miles. The road distance is 107 miles.

How do I travel from Exeter (Station) to Cardiff without a car?

The best way to get from Exeter (Station) to Cardiff without a car is to train via Bristol which takes 2h 32m and costs £45 - £95.

How long does it take to get from Exeter (Station) to Cardiff?

It takes approximately 2h 32m to get from Exeter (Station) to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Exeter (Station) to Cardiff bus from?

Exeter (Station) to Cardiff bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Exeter station.

Where do I catch the Exeter (Station) to Cardiff train from?

Exeter (Station) to Cardiff train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from St James Park (Devon) station.

Train or bus from Exeter (Station) to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Exeter (Station) to Cardiff is to train via Bristol which takes 2h 32m and costs £45 - £95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £11 - £60 and takes 3h 52m.

Where does the Exeter (Station) to Cardiff bus arrive?

Exeter (Station) to Cardiff bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bristol Bus Station.

Where does the Exeter (Station) to Cardiff train arrive?

Exeter (Station) to Cardiff train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Cardiff Central station.

Can I drive from Exeter (Station) to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Exeter (Station) to Cardiff is 107 miles. It takes approximately 1h 57m to drive from Exeter (Station) to Cardiff.

How do I get a train ticket from Exeter (Station) to Cardiff?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Exeter (Station) to Cardiff?

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There are 5 ways to get from Exeter (Station) to Cardiff by train, bus, or car

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Train via Bristol
best
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Bristol Parkwaytrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Cardiff Centraltrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
2h 32m
£49–94
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Exeter to Bristol Bus Stationbus Ukn49 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Cardiff North Roadbus Uk940 / ...
3h 52m
£12–56
Drive 106.4 mi
1. Drive from Exeter (Station) to Cardiffcar 106.4 mi
1h 57m
£27–38
Train
1. Take the train from St James Park (Devon) to Cardiff Centraltrain Exmouth - Cardiff Central
2h 50m
£50–95
Train #2
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Cardiff Centraltrain Exeter St Davids - Cardiff Central / ...
3h 40m
£52–98

Exeter (Station) to Cardiff by bus

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Distance: 115.3 mi
Duration: 2h 32m

What companies run services between Exeter (Station), England and Cardiff, Wales?

You can take a vehicle from Exeter (Station) to Cardiff Central via Exeter St Davids and Bristol Parkway in around 2h 32m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Exeter to Cardiff North Road via Bristol Bus Station in around 3h 52m.

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