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Trains from Exeter St David's (EXD) to Cardiff Bay (CDB)

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27

train journeys
per day

53

miles (86 kms)

2hrs 39 mins

fastest journey

05:47 / 00:06

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

3

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Exeter St David's (EXD) to Cardiff Bay (CDB)

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On a typical weekday there are 27 scheduled rail journeys between Exeter St David's and Cardiff Bay , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 27 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Exeter St David's to Cardiff Bay is approximately 53 miles (86 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 15 mins.

CrossCountry, GWR, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Exeter St David's and Cardiff Bay.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Exeter St David's to Cardiff Bay. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 39 mins.

Journeys from Exeter St David's to Cardiff Bay Today

  • Mon 3rd Jun
    05:47
    3 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    08:54
    Exeter St David's
    Cardiff Bay
    Exeter St David's to Cardiff Bay
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    06:24
    2 hrs 42 mins 3 changes
    09:06
    Exeter St David's
    Cardiff Bay
    Exeter St David's to Cardiff Bay
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    06:44
    3 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    09:54
    Exeter St David's
    Cardiff Bay
    Exeter St David's to Cardiff Bay
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    07:20
    2 hrs 46 mins 3 changes
    10:06
    Exeter St David's
    Cardiff Bay
    Exeter St David's to Cardiff Bay
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    07:52
    3 hrs 2 mins 3 changes
    10:54
    Exeter St David's
    Cardiff Bay
    Exeter St David's to Cardiff Bay
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    08:27
    2 hrs 39 mins 3 changes
    11:06
    Exeter St David's
    Cardiff Bay
    Exeter St David's to Cardiff Bay
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    08:52
    3 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    11:54
    Exeter St David's
    Cardiff Bay
    Exeter St David's to Cardiff Bay
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    09:27
    2 hrs 39 mins 3 changes
    12:06
    Exeter St David's
    Cardiff Bay
    Exeter St David's to Cardiff Bay
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    09:55
    2 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    12:54
    Exeter St David's
    Cardiff Bay
    Exeter St David's to Cardiff Bay
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    10:27
    2 hrs 39 mins 3 changes
    13:06
    Exeter St David's
    Cardiff Bay
    Exeter St David's to Cardiff Bay
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    11:27
    2 hrs 27 mins 3 changes
    13:54
    Exeter St David's
    Cardiff Bay
    Exeter St David's to Cardiff Bay
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    11:53
    3 hrs 1 min 2 changes
    14:54
    Exeter St David's
    Cardiff Bay
    Exeter St David's to Cardiff Bay
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    12:27
    2 hrs 39 mins 3 changes
    15:06
    Exeter St David's
    Cardiff Bay
    Exeter St David's to Cardiff Bay
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    13:27
    2 hrs 39 mins 3 changes
    16:06
    Exeter St David's
    Cardiff Bay
    Exeter St David's to Cardiff Bay
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    13:53
    3 hrs 1 min 2 changes
    16:54
    Exeter St David's
    Cardiff Bay
    Exeter St David's to Cardiff Bay
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    14:27
    2 hrs 39 mins 3 changes
    17:06
    Exeter St David's
    Cardiff Bay
    Exeter St David's to Cardiff Bay
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    14:43
    3 hrs 11 mins 3 changes
    17:54
    Exeter St David's
    Cardiff Bay
    Exeter St David's to Cardiff Bay
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    15:27
    2 hrs 39 mins 3 changes
    18:06
    Exeter St David's
    Cardiff Bay
    Exeter St David's to Cardiff Bay
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    15:54
    3 hrs 2 changes
    18:54
    Exeter St David's
    Cardiff Bay
    Exeter St David's to Cardiff Bay
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    16:27
    2 hrs 39 mins 3 changes
    19:06
    Exeter St David's
    Cardiff Bay
    Exeter St David's to Cardiff Bay

About Exeter St David's Station

Station name Exeter St David's (EXD)
Address Exeter St Davids station, Bonhay Road, Exeter, Devon, EX4 4NT
Managed by GW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:45 - 20:40
Saturday 06:15 - 20:00
Sunday 07:30 - 20:40
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

About Cardiff Bay Station

Station name Cardiff Bay (CDB)
Address Cardiff Bay station, Bute Street, Cardiff, Cardiff, CF10 5LE
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office No

Other Facilities

Toilets Unavailable
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Exeter St David's and Cardiff Bay

The travel time between Exeter St David's and Cardiff Bay by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 15 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 39 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Exeter St David's and Cardiff Bay vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 27 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:47, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:06.

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Amenities on trains between Exeter St David's and Cardiff Bay can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Exeter St David's & Cardiff Bay. owever, there are 27 possible journeys which require a change.

CrossCountry, GWR, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Exeter St David's and Cardiff Bay.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Exeter St David's and Cardiff Bay, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.