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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Exeter to Cardiff

Composite routes from Exeter to Cardiff

Cheapest
1 h 59 min
Car
175 km.
from $9
Other
2 h 9 min
86 km.
from $117.09
3 h 28 min
86 km.
from $36.20

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
service@flixbus.com
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Exeter to Bristol
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$13.92–$21.52
Bus from Bristol Bus Station to Cardiff
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$10.13–$13.92

Train operators

First Great Western Service

Phone:
+44 3457 000 125
Email:
gwr.feedback@gwr.com
Website:
gwr.com/
Train from Exeter St Davids to Bristol
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$56.96–$126.58
Train from Bristol Parkway to Cardiff
Ave. Duration:
33 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$22.78–$56.96
Train from Exeter St Davids to Cardiff
Ave. Duration:
2h 26m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$75.95–$177.21

Cross Country

Phone:
0344 736 9123
Email:
customer.relations@crosscountrytrains.co.uk
Website:
crosscountrytrains.co.uk/
Train from Exeter St Davids to Bristol
Ave. Duration:
1h 13m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$63.29–$164.55
Train from Bristol Parkway to Cardiff
Ave. Duration:
43 min
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$36.71–$63.29

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Exeter to Cardiff?

The cheapest way to get from Exeter to Cardiff is to bus which costs $20.65 - $30.43 and takes 3h 28m.

What is the fastest way to get from Exeter to Cardiff?

The fastest way to get from Exeter to Cardiff is to drive which takes 1h 52m and costs $34.78 - $51.09 .

Is there a direct bus between Exeter and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Exeter to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Exeter and arriving at Cardiff - Herbert St Lloyd George Ave via Bristol Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Exeter and Cardiff?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Exeter St Davids and arriving at Cardiff Central. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 26m.

How far is it from Exeter to Cardiff?

The distance between Exeter and Cardiff is 184 km. The road distance is 173.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Exeter to Cardiff without a car is to train via Bristol which takes 2h 9m and costs $65.22 - $195.65 .

How long does it take to get from Exeter to Cardiff?

It takes approximately 2h 9m to get from Exeter to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Exeter to Cardiff bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Exeter to Cardiff train from?

Exeter to Cardiff train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Exeter St Davids station.

Train or bus from Exeter to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Exeter to Cardiff is to train via Bristol which takes 2h 9m and costs $65.22 - $195.65 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $20.65 - $30.43 and takes 3h 28m.

Where does the Exeter to Cardiff bus arrive?

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

Where does the Exeter to Cardiff train arrive?

Exeter to Cardiff train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Bristol Parkway station.

Can I drive from Exeter to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Exeter to Cardiff is 174 km. It takes approximately 1h 52m to drive from Exeter to Cardiff.

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

Book your Exeter to Cardiff train tickets online with Omio.

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

Book your Exeter to Cardiff bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Cardiff?

There are 1273+ hotels available in Cardiff. Prices start at $56.47 per night.
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