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Cardiff to Exeter Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Cardiff to Exeter? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as BHD 7.700, with average prices for this route around BHD 12.650. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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09:35
2 hours 17 minutes, Changes required
Cardiff Central
11:52
Exeter St Davids
Great Western RailwayCrossCountry
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10:57
1 hour 57 minutes, Changes required
Cardiff Central
12:54
Exeter St Davids
Great Western RailwayCrossCountry
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10:57
2 hours 26 minutes, Direct
Cardiff Central
13:23
Exeter St Davids
Great Western Railway
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11:25
2 hours 24 minutes, Changes required
Cardiff Central
13:49
Exeter St Davids
Great Western RailwayCrossCountry
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12:00
2 hours 23 minutes, Direct
Cardiff Central
14:23
Exeter St Davids
Great Western Railway
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12:25
2 hours 20 minutes, Changes required
Cardiff Central
14:45
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Great Western RailwayCrossCountry
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Cardiff to Exeter Train Route Details

First train
First train
09:35
Last train
Last train
23:11
Departure station
Departure station
Cardiff
Arrival station
Arrival station
Exeter
Journey time
Journey time
1 hour 57 minutes
Distance
Distance
87 km
Price
Price
BHD 7.700*
Train operators
Train operators
CrossCountry, Great Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Cardiff to Exeter

Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Cardiff to Exeter can result in significant cost savings.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travelers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.
Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Cardiff to Exeter, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!
Travel in a group to save 1/3

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

Cardiff to Exeter train ticket types

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