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Exeter to Cardiff train route details

First train
First train
13:27
Last train
Last train
22:46
Departure city
Departure city
Exeter
Arrival city
Arrival city
Cardiff
Journey time
Journey time
1h 55m
Distance
Distance
87 km
Price
Price
NZD 33.58*
Train Operators
Train Operators
CrossCountry, Great Western Railway

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13:27
2h 9m, 1 change
Exeter St Davids
15:36
Cardiff Central
CrossCountryGreat Western Railway
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13:50
2h 26m, Direct
Exeter St Davids
16:16
Cardiff Central
Great Western Railway
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14:27
2h 11m, 1 change
Exeter St Davids
16:38
Cardiff Central
CrossCountryGreat Western Railway
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14:52
2h 30m, Direct
Exeter St Davids
17:22
Cardiff Central
Great Western Railway
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15:27
2h 10m, 1 change
Exeter St Davids
17:37
Cardiff Central
CrossCountryGreat Western Railway
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15:50
2h 22m, Direct
Exeter St Davids
18:12
Paris
Great Western Railway
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Explore the cheapest prices to Cardiff from Exeter this week

Typical ticket prices between Exeter and Cardiff are around NZD 33.58, 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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How to book cheap train tickets from Exeter to Cardiff

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Travel during Off-Peak train times

For a quieter, better-value trip, try to travel during Off-Peak hours rather than the busiest weekday periods. Although exact times can vary between train companies, the general rule is to avoid the 6:30 AM–09:30 AM and 4:00 PM–7:00 PM windows. At weekends and on bank holidays, Off-Peak pricing typically applies throughout the entire day.
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Season tickets for frequent travellers

If you make the journey between Exeter and Cardiff on a weekly, monthly, or yearly basis, a season ticket is well worth considering. It gives you unlimited travel between the two stations at set times for 1 fixed cost, helping you save money while avoiding the hassle of buying separate tickets each time.
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Booking Advance tickets at least 1 week before departure can reduce your fare by up to 61% on routes from Exeter to Cardiff. Advance fares are usually released 12 weeks prior to travel and exclude Anytime fares, with savings depending on route availability.

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