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Exeter to Cardiff Train Route Details

First train
First train
07:52
Last train
Last train
22:43
Departure city
Departure city
Exeter
Arrival city
Arrival city
Cardiff
Journey time
Journey time
2h 3m
Distance
Distance
87 km
Price
Price
€ 22.39*
Train operators
Train operators
CrossCountry, Great Western Railway

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07:52
2س25د, 1 change
Exeter
10:17
Cardiff
Great Western Railway
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08:27
2س10د, 1 change
Exeter
10:37
Cardiff
CrossCountryGreat Western Railway
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08:48
2س31د, Direct
Exeter
11:19
Cardiff
Great Western Railway
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09:27
2س13د, 1 change
Exeter
11:40
Cardiff
CrossCountryGreat Western Railway
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09:50
2س27د, Direct
Exeter
12:17
Cardiff
Great Western Railway
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10:27
2س10د, 1 change
Exeter
12:37
Paris
CrossCountryGreat Western Railway
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Fares from Exeter to Cardiff usually average around € 22.39, but you can often save more by choosing options like Off-Peak or Advance tickets. Take a look below to find the best deal for your journey!

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How to book cheap train tickets from Exeter to Cardiff

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Season tickets for frequent travelers

If you make the journey between Exeter and Cardiff on a weekly, monthly, or yearly basis, a season ticket is well worth considering. It gives you unlimited travel between the two stations at set times for 1 fixed cost, helping you save money while avoiding the hassle of buying separate tickets each time.
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Travel during Off-Peak train times

To enjoy a calmer and often cheaper journey, we recommend choosing Off-Peak services and steering clear of the busy rush-hour periods. While timings differ slightly by operator, it's usually best to avoid traveling between 06:30 AM–09:30 AM and 4:00 PM–7:00 PM on weekdays. On weekends and bank holidays, Off-Peak fares apply all day.
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Book in advance

Advance tickets, usually released up to 12 weeks before travel, can save you up to 61% on journeys from Exeter to Cardiff when booked at least 1 week in advance. Savings exclude Anytime fares, and are subject to route availability.
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Using a Railcard for 1/3 off

A wide selection of Railcards is available, many providing 1/3 off most train tickets — from the 16-25 and 26-30 Railcards to Family & Friends, Two Together, Network and Senior options. With the 16-17 Saver, you can even get 50% off. Purchasing and storing your Railcard in the Trip.com app is quick and simple, ensuring instant access to generous discounts whenever you travel.

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