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Exeter St Thomas to Cardiff Central Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Exeter St Thomas to Cardiff Central, starting from £24.50 and averaging £24.50. The entire journey takes no more than 2h 13m. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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10:04
2h 29m, Changes required
Exeter St Thomas
12:33
Cardiff Central
Great Western RailwayCrossCountry
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10:04
2h 53m, Changes required
Exeter St Thomas
12:57
Cardiff Central
Great Western Railway
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11:45
2h 49m, Changes required
Exeter St Thomas
14:34
Cardiff Central
Great Western RailwayCrossCountry
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12:46
2h 16m, Changes required
Exeter St Thomas
15:02
Cardiff Central
Great Western RailwayCrossCountry
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12:46
3h 11m, Changes required
Exeter St Thomas
15:57
Cardiff Central
Great Western Railway
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13:44
2h 13m, Changes required
Exeter St Thomas
15:57
Paris
Great Western RailwayCrossCountry
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Exeter St Thomas to Cardiff Central Train Route Details

First train
First train
00:06
Last train
Last train
22:51
Departure station
Departure station
Exeter St Thomas
Arrival station
Arrival station
Cardiff Central
Journey time
Journey time
2h 13m
Distance
Distance
89 km
Price
Price
£24.50*
Train operators
Train operators
CrossCountry, Great Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Exeter St Thomas to Cardiff Central

Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Exeter St Thomas to Cardiff Central. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Exeter St Thomas to Cardiff Central for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.
Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Another option to consider is splitting your tickets, which can save you around an extra 30% on fares. Instead of purchasing a direct ticket from Exeter St Thomas to Cardiff Central, you can split the route into two legs: A to C and C to B. This often turns out to be more affordable than buying a direct ticket, and you won't even need to leave the train… or often your seat!
Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Exeter St Thomas to Cardiff Central ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.
Travel in a group to save 1/3

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

Exeter St Thomas to Cardiff Central train ticket types

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