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Cardiff to Exeter Train prices and times

Looking to travel from Cardiff to Exeter? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as AU$49.71, with average prices for this route around AU$49.71.

To get the best deals, we recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
12:30 2h 14m, 1 change Cardiff Central	14:44 Exeter St Davids	Find Tickets
13:00 2h 32m, Direct Cardiff Central	15:32 Exeter St Davids	Find Tickets
13:30 2h 14m, 1 change Cardiff Central	15:44 Exeter St Davids	Find Tickets
14:00 2h 21m, Direct Cardiff Central	16:21 Exeter St Davids	Find Tickets
14:30 2h 14m, 1 change Cardiff Central	16:44 Exeter St Davids	Find Tickets
15:30 2h 16m, 1 change Cardiff Central	17:46 Paris	Find Tickets

Cardiff to Exeter Train Route Details

First train

06:28

Last train

23:30

Departure city

Cardiff

Arrival city

Exeter

Journey time

2h 10m

Distance

87 km

Price

AU$49.71*

Train operators

CrossCountry, Great Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Cardiff to Exeter

Traveling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Cardiff to Exeter during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing off-peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Cardiff to Exeter for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.

Split Tickets for greater savings

Another option to consider is splitting your tickets to save more on fares. Instead of purchasing a direct ticket from Cardiff to Exeter, you can split the route into two legs: A to C and C to B. This is often cheaper than purchasing a direct ticket, and you usually won’t need to change trains or seats.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Cardiff to Exeter ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

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

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with their own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.

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Cardiff to Exeter Train prices and times

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