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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Cardiff Central (CDF)
Cheapest price
£24
Average price
£41
Fastest journey
2 h 9 m
Average duration
2 h 26 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
87 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Cardiff Central (CDF) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Cardiff Central (CDF) will cost around £41 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £24.
Of the 2 trains that leave Exeter St Davids (EXD) for Cardiff Central (CDF) every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 87 km distance in an average of 2 h 26 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 9 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 43 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.
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Cardiff Central (CDF)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Cardiff Central (CDF) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £10, and a train costs an average of £19.
Distance: 87 km
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£53 Average Price | £19 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 40m Average total duration Fastest 2h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 9m Average total duration 4h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Cardiff Central (CDF) train times
The table below shows live departures for Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Cardiff Central (CDF) trains for today, Friday 5 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05:25 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 2h23 | 07:48 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 06:20 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 2h15 | 08:35 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 changesdirect | |
 | 07:48 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 2h31 | 10:19 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 09:42 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 2h40 | 12:22 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12:27 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 2h07 | 14:34 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 changesdirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Cardiff Central (CDF)
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Trains from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Cardiff Central (CDF) run on average 9 times per day, taking around 2h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £19 but you can travel from only £10 by coach.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:25, the last at 20:14. The fastest train covers the 87 km distance in 2h 6m.
Distance 87 km |
Average train duration 2h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price £19 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 2h 6m |
First train 05:25 |
Last train 20:14 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail, CrossCountry, Cross Country, first_great_western from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Cardiff Central (CDF) trainsGreat Western Rail, CrossCountry, Cross Country, first_great_western trains will get you between Exeter St Davids (EXD) and Cardiff Central (CDF) from £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: Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Cardiff Central (CDF) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Cardiff Central (CDF) 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 Cardiff Central (CDF), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Exeter St Davids (EXD) and Cardiff Central (CDF)
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Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
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Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike 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
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATM
TaxisAccessibilityWCHotel
LoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike 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)
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