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Cardiff to Exeter Train Route Details
First train
10:57
Last train
23:11
Journey time
1h 56m
Distance
87 km
Price
THB 1,081.45*
What are the next train times from Cardiff to Exeter?
Check all Cardiff to Exeter journeys scheduled for today, complete with key details such as train times, whether the service is direct, total travel time, and the train operator - everything you need to travel today
| Departure | Arrival | Operator | Find Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
15:25 Cardiff Central | 17:46 Exeter St Davids |   | Find Tickets |
16:25 Cardiff Central | 18:45 Exeter St Davids | | Find Tickets |
17:49 Cardiff Central | 19:45 Exeter St Davids | | Find Tickets |
18:25 Cardiff Central | 20:44 Exeter St Davids | | Find Tickets |
19:25 Cardiff Central | 21:50 Exeter St Davids | | Find Tickets |
20:00 Cardiff Central | 22:30 Paris | | Find Tickets |
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