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Exeter to Cardiff train route details
First train
05:47
Last train
21:09
Journey time
1h 55m
Distance
87 km
Price
SGD 12.18*
What are the next train times from Exeter to Cardiff?
Explore all upcoming journeys from Exeter to Cardiff happening today, including departure and arrival times, whether it's a direct service, travel duration, and who will be providing your route - everything you need to know for catching the train today
| Departs | Arrives | Operator | Find Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
05:47 Exeter St Davids | 08:19 Cardiff Central |  | Find Tickets |
06:25 Exeter St Davids | 08:39 Cardiff Central |  | Find Tickets |
06:44 Exeter St Davids | 09:22 Cardiff Central | | Find Tickets |
07:20 Exeter St Davids | 09:36 Cardiff Central | | Find Tickets |
07:52 Exeter St Davids | 10:16 Cardiff Central | | Find Tickets |
08:27 Exeter St Davids | 10:37 Paris | | Find Tickets |
Explore the cheapest prices to Cardiff from Exeter this week
Typical ticket prices between Exeter and Cardiff are around SGD 12.18, 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!
*Price changes due to the real-time price fluctuations, please refer to the latest price.
How to book cheap train tickets from Exeter to Cardiff
Using a Railcard for 1/3 off
Explore a range of Railcards that typically offer 1/3 off most train tickets, including the 16-25, 26-30, Family & Friends, Two Together, Network and Senior Railcards, as well as the 16-17 Saver, which offers 50% off. They’re easy to purchase and store digitally in your Trip.com app, meaning you're only ever a tap away from great savings.
Group travel deals
If your party consists of 3 to 9 travellers, you can benefit from group travel discounts — often up to a third off regular ticket prices. It's a great way to make trips from Exeter to Cardiff more affordable for friends, family, or work groups.
Travel during Off-Peak train times
We'd strongly suggest avoiding rush hour crowds by travelling on Off-Peak services, often leading to a cheaper and more peaceful journey. Exact timings vary between providers, but in general, skip travelling between 06:30 AM–09:30 AM and 4:00 PM–7:00 PM on weekdays. Off-Peak rates are available all day on weekends and bank holidays.
Split Tickets discount
It might seem unusual, but buying several cheaper tickets for different sections of your journey can result in substantial savings - and you won't need to move seats at all. Even better, Trip.com automatically finds and arranges these split tickets for you, so there's no complicated planning required.
Which train ticket types are available for this route?
Advance train tickets
Available up to 12 weeks before the journey, these are generally the most cost-effective option for cost-conscious travellers
First Class tickets
First Class tickets offer a more premium travel experience, typically including wider seats, extra space, quieter coaches, and complimentary refreshments on many services for added comfort
Season tickets
Allowing unlimited travel between two stations with weekly, monthly, and annual options, you can save approximately 1/3 on train fares
Return train tickets
Covers a round trip, including both the outward and return journeys between the same two stations
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