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Cardiff to Exeter train route details

First train
First train
09:35
Last train
Last train
23:30
Departure city
Departure city
Cardiff
Arrival city
Arrival city
Exeter
Journey time
Journey time
2h 6m
Distance
Distance
87 km
Price
Price
€14.65*
Train Operators
Train Operators
CrossCountry, Great Western Railway

What are the next train times from Cardiff to Exeter?

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09:35
2h 17m, 1 change
Cardiff Central
11:52
Exeter St Davids
Great Western RailwayCrossCountry
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10:57
1h 57m, 1 change
Cardiff Central
12:54
Exeter St Davids
Great Western RailwayCrossCountry
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10:57
2h 26m, Direct
Cardiff Central
13:23
Exeter St Davids
Great Western Railway
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11:25
2h 24m, 1 change
Cardiff Central
13:49
Exeter St Davids
Great Western RailwayCrossCountry
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12:00
2h 23m, Direct
Cardiff Central
14:23
Exeter St Davids
Great Western Railway
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12:25
2h 20m, 1 change
Cardiff Central
14:45
Paris
Great Western RailwayCrossCountry
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Typical ticket prices between Cardiff and Exeter are around €14.65, though selecting Off-Peak or Advance fares can make your trip even more budget-friendly. Explore the options below to secure the price that suits you best!

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Where to stay near Exeter

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    Kennford
    8.7/10
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    Premier Inn Exeter Central St Davids
    Bonhay Rd
    8.1/10
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    Premier Inn Exeter City Centre
    2 Southernhay Gardens
    8.5/10
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    Hotel du Vin Exeter
    Magdalen St
    8.4/10
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  • The Gissons Hotel
    The Gissons Hotel
    Exeter Road, Exeter
    7.7/10
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  • Hotel Indigo EXETER by IHG
    Hotel Indigo EXETER by IHG
    3 Catherine Street
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    Leonardo Hotel Exeter
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How to book cheap train tickets from Cardiff to Exeter

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Save up to 61% on your journey from Cardiff to Exeter by booking Advance tickets at least 1 week ahead. These tickets are typically available up to 12 weeks before travel, with savings subject to route availability and excluding Anytime fares.
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