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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Exeter St Davids (EXD)
Cheapest price
$92
Average price
$93
Fastest journey
1 h 57 m
Average duration
2 h 16 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
87 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Exeter St Davids (EXD) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Exeter St Davids (EXD) will cost around $93 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $92.
Of the 6 trains that leave Cardiff Central (CDF) for Exeter St Davids (EXD) on Sun, Jun 21, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct trains cover the 87 km distance in an average of 2 h 16 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 57 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest trains will take 2 h 25 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Y4166812:00 PM2h23Cardiff Central (CDF)2:23 PMExeter St Davids (EXD)$921One-way0 transfers- Y4166510:57 AM2h26Cardiff Central (CDF)1:23 PMExeter St Davids (EXD)$921One-way0 transfers
- C00850+
G0114511:25 AM2h25Cardiff Central (CDF)1:50 PMExeter St Davids (EXD)$931One-way1 transfer - Y41665+G0114210:57 AM1h57Cardiff Central (CDF)12:54 PMExeter St Davids (EXD)$931One-way1 transfer
- W34991+W2986912:25 PM2h20Cardiff Central (CDF)2:45 PMExeter St Davids (EXD)$931One-way1 transfer
- Y41665+G0114210:57 AM1h57Cardiff Central (CDF)12:54 PMExeter St Davids (EXD)$931One-way1 transfer
- C00165+G011369:35 AM2h17Cardiff Central (CDF)11:52 AMExeter St Davids (EXD)$931One-way1 transfer
- W34991+W2986912:25 PM2h20Cardiff Central (CDF)2:45 PMExeter St Davids (EXD)$931One-way1 transfer
- Y4166812:00 PM2h23Cardiff Central (CDF)2:23 PMExeter St Davids (EXD)$921One-way0 transfers
- C00850+G0114511:25 AM2h25Cardiff Central (CDF)1:50 PMExeter St Davids (EXD)$931One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Cardiff Central (CDF) to Exeter St Davids (EXD)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Exeter St Davids (EXD) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 7m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $12, and a train costs an average of $25.
Distance: 54 miles (87 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$68 Average price | $24 Average price Cheapest | $40 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 37m Average total duration Fastest 2h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 7m Average total duration 3h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 16m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Exeter St Davids (EXD):
A bus is $44 (€36) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Exeter St Davids (EXD) costing on average $68 (€55).
Other travel options to Exeter St Davids (EXD) take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 37m.
You'll arrive about 9m sooner (2h 7m by train vs 2h 16m by car). Tickets start at around $68 (€55) compared to roughly $40 (€33) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR).
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Cardiff Central (CDF) to Exeter St Davids (EXD) train times
The table below shows live departures for Cardiff Central (CDF) to Exeter St Davids (EXD) trains for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C42273+G01162 | On time 6:27 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2h17 | 8:44 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 1 transfer | |
| C42447 · W34843 | On time 7:00 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2h33 | 9:33 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 1 transfer | |
| C42275+G01164 | On time 7:30 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2h13 | 9:43 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 1 transfer | |
| C42277+G01167 | On time 8:30 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2h14 | 10:44 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 1 transfer | |
| C42448 | On time 9:00 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2h32 | 11:32 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C00165+G01136 | On time 9:35 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2h17 | 11:52 AM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 1 transfer | |
| Y41665 | 10:57 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2h26 | 1:23 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Y41665+G01142 | On time 10:57 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1h57 | 12:54 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 1 transfer | |
| C00850+G01145 | 11:25 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2h25 | 1:50 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 1 transfer | |
| Y41668 | 12:00 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2h23 | 2:23 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W34991+W29869 | On time 12:25 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2h20 | 2:45 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Exeter St Davids (EXD)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Exeter St Davids (EXD) run on average 9 times per day, taking around 2h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $25 (€21) but you can travel from only $12 (€10) by bus.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:54, the last at 22:30. The fastest train covers the 54 miles (87 km) distance in 2h 6m.
Distance 54 miles (87 km) |
Average train duration 2h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price $25 (€21) |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 2h 6m |
First train 4:54 AM |
Last train 10:30 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Exeter St Davids (EXD) trainsCrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Cardiff Central (CDF) and Exeter St Davids (EXD) from $12 (€10). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Exeter St Davids (EXD)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Exeter St Davids (EXD) by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Exeter St Davids (EXD), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Popular train stations from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Exeter St Davids (EXD)
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
- Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sat: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sun: 07:30 - 21:30
- Free Wi-Fi in the station
- Type of shops available: News agent and convenience store
- Car Park: Brewery Car park
- Gourmet Coffee Bar & Kitchen
- Pret a Manger
- Tesco Express
- Taxi: Taxi rank is on the right as you exit the main station entrance
- There is step-free access in the whole station. There are also ramps for train access and elevators in the station
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platforms 1 to 8. The National Key toilets are located in the East Subway near the lifts and on Platform 8; these toilets are operated by a radar key and are only available during staffing hours
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National Key/Accessible toilets are located in the East Subway near the lifts and on Platform 8; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key and are only available during staffing hours
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Clayton Hotel Cardiff
- Cardiff Marriott Hotel
- Travelodge Cardiff Central
- Waiting rooms location: On platforms 1/2, 3/4, 6/7 and 8
- Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sat: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sun: 07:30 - 21:30
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: East end of platforms 1 and 2, 3 and 4, 6 and 7 - also at the front and rear of the station
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Commuter rail lines: City Line, Rhondda Line, Rhymney Line, Valley Line, South Wales Main Line
- Train lines: Transport for Wales, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the rear car park (Penarth Road entrance)
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 20:40 Saturday 06:15 - 20:00 Sunday 07:30 - 20:40 Reservations and tickets requiring reservations are sold at the following times only: Weekdays (Mon-Fri) 08:45 - 19:40, Saturday 08:45 - 18:30 Sunday 10:00 - 17:30
- Type of shops available: WHSmith
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step free Category A station - All platforms can be accessed via Lifts from the sole main station entrance. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platforms 1 and 5. The National key toilets are operated by a RADAR key. The RADAR key is available from station staff upon request
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 1 and adjacent entrance
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station
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