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Exeter to Cardiff Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Exeter to Cardiff? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as INR 676.32, with average prices for this route around INR 3,133.18. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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05:47
2h 32m, Direct
Exeter St Davids
08:19
Cardiff Central
Great Western Railway
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06:25
2h 14m, 1 change
Exeter St Davids
08:39
Cardiff Central
CrossCountryGreat Western Railway
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06:44
2h 38m, Direct
Exeter St Davids
09:22
Cardiff Central
Great Western Railway
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07:20
2h 16m, 1 change
Exeter St Davids
09:36
Cardiff Central
CrossCountryGreat Western Railway
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07:52
2h 24m, 1 change
Exeter St Davids
10:16
Cardiff Central
Great Western Railway
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08:27
2h 10m, 1 change
Exeter St Davids
10:37
Paris
CrossCountryGreat Western Railway
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Exeter to Cardiff Train Route Details

First train
First train
05:47
Last train
Last train
22:43
Departure city
Departure city
Exeter
Arrival city
Arrival city
Cardiff
Journey time
Journey time
1h 55m
Distance
Distance
87 km
Price
Price
INR 676.32*
Train operators
Train operators
CrossCountry, Great Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Exeter to Cardiff

Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Exeter to Cardiff. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays.
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 for greater savings

Split Tickets for greater savings

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 Exeter to Cardiff, 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%

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 Exeter to Cardiff 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

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.

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