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Cardiff to Exeter Train Route Details
First train
06:30
Last train
21:00
Journey time
1h 53m
Distance
87 km
Price
OMR 13.410*
What are the next train times from Cardiff to Exeter?
Check all Cardiff to Exeter journeys scheduled for today, complete with key details such as train times, whether the service is direct, total travel time, and the train operator - everything you need to travel today
| Departure | Arrival | Operator | Find Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
06:30 Cardiff Central | 08:32 Exeter St Davids |  | Find Tickets |
07:18 Cardiff Central | 09:11 Exeter St Davids |  | Find Tickets |
07:27 Cardiff Central | 09:45 Exeter St Davids | | Find Tickets |
08:00 Cardiff Central | 10:22 Exeter St Davids | | Find Tickets |
08:27 Cardiff Central | 10:44 Exeter St Davids | | Find Tickets |
09:00 Cardiff Central | 11:22 Paris | | Find Tickets |
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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 travelers
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