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Cardiff to Exeter Train Route Details

First train
First train
05:07
Last train
Last train
23:30
Departure city
Departure city
Cardiff
Arrival city
Arrival city
Exeter
Journey time
Journey time
2 ساعات 6 دقائق
Distance
Distance
87 km
Price
Price
CAD 12.94*
Train operators
Train operators
CrossCountry, Great Western Railway

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08:38
2 ساعات 6 دقائق, 1 change
Cardiff Central
10:44
Exeter St Davids
Great Western RailwayCrossCountry
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09:00
2 ساعات 32 دقائق, Direct
Cardiff Central
11:32
Exeter St Davids
Great Western Railway
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09:28
2 ساعات 16 دقائق, 1 change
Cardiff Central
11:44
Exeter St Davids
Great Western RailwayCrossCountry
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10:00
2 ساعات 25 دقائق, 1 change
Cardiff Central
12:25
Exeter St Davids
Great Western RailwayCrossCountry
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10:00
2 ساعات 32 دقائق, Direct
Cardiff Central
12:32
Exeter St Davids
Great Western Railway
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10:30
2 ساعات 14 دقائق, 1 change
Cardiff Central
12:44
Paris
Great Western RailwayCrossCountry
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Ticket prices for Cardiff to Exeter typically cost around CAD 12.94, though we recommend exploring options such as Off-Peak and Advance tickets for even cheaper travel. Browse below to find your perfect price!

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How to book cheap train tickets from Cardiff to Exeter

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Book in advance

Booking Advance tickets at least 1 week before departure can reduce your fare by up to 61% on routes from Cardiff to Exeter. Advance fares are usually released 12 weeks prior to travel and exclude Anytime fares, with savings depending on route availability.
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Travel during Off-Peak train times

For a quieter, better-value trip, try to travel during Off-Peak hours rather than the busiest weekday periods. Although exact times can vary between train companies, the general rule is to avoid the 6:30 AM–09:30 AM and 4:00 PM–7:00 PM windows. At weekends and on bank holidays, Off-Peak pricing typically applies throughout the entire day.
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Group travel deals

If your party consists of 3 to 9 travelers, you can benefit from group travel discounts — often up to a third off regular ticket prices. It's a great way to make trips from Cardiff to Exeter more affordable for friends, family, or work groups.
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