- Must visit
National Museum Cardiff
Wales's national art museum with paintings, sculpture and natural history displays. A strong choice for a broad cultural visit in central Cardiff.
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Compare train, coach and flight for Exeter to Wales
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Exeter to Wales among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £23. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 55m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £23, and a train costs an average of £131.
Distance: 329 km
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£131 Average Price | £112 Average Price | £27 Average Price Cheapest |
5h 42m Average total duration 5h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 55m Average total duration Fastest 55m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 9h 50m Average total duration 9h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Exeter to Wales
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Exeter to Wales run on average 15 times per day, taking around 5h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £131 but you can travel from only £23 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 08:08, the last at 13:52. The fastest train covers the 329 km distance in 5h 12m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £23
Distance 329 km |
Average train duration 5h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price £131 |
Trains per day 15 |
Fastest train 5h 12m |
First train 8:08 |
Last train 13:52 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £23
Train companies: Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Exeter to Wales trainsCross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Exeter and Wales from £23. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Cross Country
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 50m
Cheapest Price
£117
Cross Country frequency
12 a day
Great Western Railway (GWR)
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 8m
Cheapest Price
£58
Great Western Railway (GWR) frequency
12 a day
Complete guide to Wales
Things to do in Wales
Discover the best of Wales — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Wales trip today.
- Must visit
St Fagans National Museum of History
Open-air museum of Welsh historic buildings, crafts and daily life in St Fagans. Ideal for understanding Welsh culture through reconstructed sites.
- Recommended
The Pierhead
Waterfront museum covering Cardiff's docklands history, migration and industry. A useful stop for understanding the city's multicultural past.
- Must visit
Cardiff Bay
Lively waterfront area with shops, public spaces, walking routes and bay views. A popular place for a relaxed urban stroll in Cardiff.
- Recommended
Llandudno Promenade
Historic promenade beneath Llandudno's limestone headland. Come for sea views, the pier, easy walks and classic resort architecture.
- Recommended
Cardiff Arcades
Victorian shopping arcades with independent shops, elegant details and covered walkways. A charming central Cardiff area to explore on foot.
- Gluten-free
Cawl
Cawl is a traditional Welsh broth or stew of lamb or beef with leeks, potatoes and root vegetables, long valued as a hearty farmhouse meal.
- Vegetarian
Welsh Rarebit
Welsh rarebit is hot savoury cheese sauce, often with ale and mustard, grilled on toast. It is a classic pub and supper dish across Wales.
- Vegetarian
Glamorgan Sausage
Glamorgan sausage is a traditional meat-free Welsh sausage made with Caerphilly cheese, leeks and breadcrumbs, especially associated with south Wales.
Heaneys
Stylish Cardiff dining room serving modern Welsh tasting menus with seasonal local produce in a refined but relaxed setting.
Sosban
Established Menai Bridge restaurant focused on local Welsh ingredients and seafood, with polished cooking and waterside charm nearby.
Johns Fish Market
Well-known Swansea market stall and café celebrated for fresh Welsh seafood, especially cockles and laverbread, in a casual setting.
Pound sterling (£)
Moderate for the UK. Accommodation and dining are often cheaper than London, but tourist areas and peak seasons raise hotel, food and rail costs.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-15 for fast food, cafés or pub specials.
- Mid-range
- £18-35 per person for a casual restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £60+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £2.80-4.20 for a regular coffee.
Tipping culture
Restaurants: 10-12.5% if service is not included. Taxis: round up or add about 10%. Cafés and pubs: tipping is optional, though small change is appreciated.
Newport Bus
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Prices
- Single ticket
- £2.75
- Day pass
- £4.60
To the city centre
Newport Bus Station -> Newport city centre
- Distance
- 0.5 km
- Travel time
- 6 min
- Adult single and day tickets can be bought contactlessly on Newport Bus services. Multi-day tickets are sold in the Newport Bus app.
- If you need other operators in South East Wales, Newport Bus states that a Network Rider is required rather than its own operator-only tickets.
FAQs: Exeter to Wales train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Exeter to Wales 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 Wales, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Exeter to Wales can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £131, while the average price tends to be around £131.
The train journey from Exeter to Wales covers a distance of 329 km and takes approximately 5h 12m. Trains run 15 per day.
The train distance from Exeter to Wales is 329 km.
The first train from Exeter to Wales leaves at 8:08.
The last train from Exeter to Wales departs at 13:52.
Trains from Exeter to Wales run approximately 15 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Exeter to Wales.
Yes, there is a direct train between Exeter and Wales. The service operates 0 times per day, provided by Great Western Railway (GWR).
To get from Exeter to Wales, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
There is no night train service from Exeter to Wales.
The train station in Exeter that goes to Wales is Exeter St Thomas (EXT), and it arrives at Kiveton Bridge (KIV).
The cheapest way to get from Exeter to Wales is by coach, costing approximately £23.
Booking trains from Exeter to Wales in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Yes, the train journey from Exeter to Wales is considered scenic, featuring beautiful countryside views, rolling hills, and picturesque landscapes along the way.
A day trip from Exeter to Wales is not feasible as the journey takes 5h 12m. However, there are 18 trains per day. The distance covered is 329 km.
In Wales, you can explore the medieval Conwy Castle, enjoy Cardiff's vibrant arts scene at the Wales Millennium Centre, and visit the charming town of Tenby with its picturesque harbour. Experience cultural heritage at St Fagans National Museum of History or take a scenic train ride on the Ffestiniog & Welsh Highland Railways. Discover the stunning landscapes of Snowdonia National Park, the historic Cardiff Castle, and the rugged coastline of Pembrokeshire Coast National Park. Don't miss Caernarfon Castle, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and the rolling hills of Brecon Beacons National Park.
To experience the highlights of Wales, a stay of around 5 to 7 days is recommended. This allows for visits to key attractions such as Snowdonia National Park, Cardiff Castle, and the Pembrokeshire Coast.
Yes, you can take the train from Exeter to Wales.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Exeter and Wales
Most Exeter to Wales trains use the Exeter St Thomas to Kiveton Bridge station pair. Use this guide to compare Exeter and Wales train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Exeter
Arrival train stations in Wales
Which Exeter station do trains to Wales leave from?
Trains from Exeter to Wales leave from St James' Park. The station is 1 km from Exeter city centre at St James Park (Exeter) station, Well Street, Exeter, Devon, EX4 6QB.
St James' ParkSt James Park (Exeter) station, Well Street, Exeter, Devon, EX4 6QB
City-centre transport
Getting to St James' Park from Exeter city centre
BusTg001 · 12m
G · 18m · every ~1 min
St James' Park train station facilities and services
St James' Park has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at St James' Park.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at St James' Park: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at St James' Park: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at St James' Park: Staff help available: No, Step free access note: Step Free Category B3 Station - This station has a degree of step free access to the platforms, however the Exeter bound platform cannot be accessed step free and the Exmouth bound platform can be accessed step free but only via a very steep ramp, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Exeter St ThomasExeter St Thomas station, Cowick Street, Exeter, Devon, EX4 1AJ
City-centre transport
Getting to Exeter St Thomas from Exeter city centre
Exeter St Thomas is 1 km from Exeter city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainExmouth - Paignton · 21m · £0.90 · every ~2 min
BusA, B, C, E, P · 9m · £2 · every ~44 min
Exeter St Thomas train station facilities and services
Exeter St Thomas has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Exeter St Thomas.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Exeter St Thomas.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Exeter St Thomas: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Exeter St Thomas: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Exeter St Thomas: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Step free Category C Station - This station does not have step free access to any platform. 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 taxis: Accessible taxis are not available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Exeter St DavidsExeter St Davids station, Bonhay Road, Exeter, Devon, EX4 4NT+44 3451652030
City-centre transport
Getting to Exeter St Davids from Exeter city centre
Exeter St Davids is 1 km from Exeter city centre. Public transport options include:
Bus355, 6A, 5B, 4A, 4, 66 · 6m · £2 · every ~20 min
4, 4A, Uni, K · 8m · £2 · every ~19 min
Exeter St Davids train station facilities and services
Exeter St Davids has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Exeter St Davids.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Exeter St Davids. ATMs are available at Exeter St Davids.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Exeter St Davids.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Exeter St Davids: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Exeter St Davids: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Exeter St Davids: 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.
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