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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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| Exeter St David's | Cardiff Central | No tags | |||||
| Exeter St David's | Cardiff Central | No tags | |||||
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Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Cardiff. The journey takes about 2 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just US$19, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Exeter to Cardiff: Trip Overview
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Exeter to Cardiff Train
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Frequently asked questions on the trip Exeter - Cardiff
How much does a cheap train ticket from Exeter to Cardiff cost?
The average train ticket price from Exeter to Cardiff is US$93. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Exeter to Cardiff is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the train trip from Exeter to Cardiff?
A train trip between Exeter and Cardiff is around 2h 24m, although the fastest train will take about 1h 58m. This is the time it takes to travel the 88 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily train are there between Exeter and Cardiff?
The number of trains from Exeter to Cardiff can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 5. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Exeter to Cardiff by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which train companies travel from Exeter to Cardiff?
When taking the train from Exeter to Cardiff, you can travel comfortably and safely with Great Western Railway, CrossCountry.
What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from Exeter to Cardiff?
Trains travelling between Exeter and Cardiff leave from Polsloe Bridge or Newcourt and arrive at Cardiff Central.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Exeter to Cardiff was searched and found on 31 Oct 2025 with a price of US$66To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Exeter to Cardiff as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from US$66 to US$135 for a train ticket from Exeter to Cardiff based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$89, which is on 2025-11-05.
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Whether you take a regional or high-speed train to Cardiff, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.
The train emits up to 30x less CO2 for a trip between Exeter and Cardiff compared to the same trip made by plane or car. A truly ecological mode of transport that will allow you to easily reduce your carbon footprint.
Make a music playlist for your train ride from Exeter to Cardiff and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.
Did you know?
Japanese trains are always on time. It is extremely infrequent to see breakdowns during peak periods. In the event of a delay of more than 5 minutes, the crew will personally apologise to each passenger.
You can find the straightest railway in the world in Australia. This railway line is 478 kilometres long and is also considered the longest and straightest railway line in the world.
One of the deepest train stations in the world is in Kiev. Located at a depth of 105m, it was designed in this way to serve as a shelter in the event of an attack. The second deepest station is in China. Badaling station is located 60m under the Great Wall of China!
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