Cheap Train Tickets from Cardiff to Exeter
For a train from Cardiff to Exeter, you’ll get fares as low as £23.50 by purchasing advance tickets, with an average fare of approximately £24.74. To ensure the most cost-effective train journey, it is advisable to book in advance and avoid peak times. For more options regarding cheap train tickets, please check our train ticket calendar.
Cardiff to Exeter Live Train Timetable
Find trains from Cardiff to Exeter today (2 Jun 2024) with train times, live train status, departure/arrival stations, duration, train operators, and other journey details. View the full-day timetable or search for different dates here.
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| Departs | Arrives | Status | Duration | Operator | ||
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11:25 Cardiff Central | 13:49 Exeter St Davids | On time | 2h 24m | Great Western Railway | Find tickets | |
12:00 Cardiff Central | 14:22 Exeter St Davids | On time | 2h 22m | Great Western Railway | Find tickets | |
12:25 Cardiff Central | 14:44 Exeter St Davids | On time | 2h 19m | Great Western Railway | Find tickets | |
13:00 Cardiff Central | 15:18 Exeter St Davids | On time | 2h 18m | Great Western Railway | Find tickets | |
13:25 Cardiff Central | 15:45 Exeter St Davids | On time | 2h 20m | Great Western Railway | Find tickets | |
14:00 Cardiff Central | 16:16 Exeter St Davids | On time | 2h 16m | Great Western Railway | Find tickets | |
14:25 Cardiff Central | 16:44 Exeter St Davids | On time | 2h 19m | Great Western Railway | Find tickets | |
15:00 Cardiff Central | 17:18 Exeter St Davids | On time | 2h 18m | Great Western Railway | Find tickets | |
15:00 Cardiff Central | 17:22 Exeter St Davids | On time | 2h 22m | Great Western Railway | Find tickets | |
15:25 Cardiff Central | 17:46 Exeter St Davids | On time | 2h 21m | Great Western Railway | Find tickets |
Cardiff to Exeter Train Journey Information
Experience seamless journey planning from Cardiff to Exeter. Explore the earliest and latest train times, departure and arrival stations, distance, journey time, and pricing options to optimise your trip.
| First train | 09:35 |
|---|---|
| Last train | 23:11 |
| Departure station | Cardiff |
| Arrival station | Exeter |
| Distance | 54KM |
| Journey time | From 1h 59m |
| Price | From £19.70 |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway |
Cardiff to Exeter Train Travel Guide
Travelling by train from Cardiff to Exeter provides passengers with a convenient and efficient way to commute or explore, ensuring timely arrivals. Consult our Train Journey Planner for a flawless travel experience.
Plan Your Train Journey
The train from Cardiff to Exeter takes approximately 1h 59m. The first train departs at 09:35 and the last train leaves at 23:11. 21 trains run daily from Cardiff to Exeter. Use our Train Journey Planner and Timetable for more details.
Book Cheap Train Tickets
You can travel from Cardiff to Exeter with Split Ticket and Advance tickets. The average fare is about £24.74, with the cheapest fare at £23.50. Besides, you can book cheap tickets on off-peak time, which usually begin at 09:30. (Intercity Off-Peak times: Monday to Friday from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00). Accurate ticket prices vary depending on the time of day, route, and class selected.
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