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Trains from Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) to Exeter Central (EXC)

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27

train journeys
per day

54

miles (87 kms)

2hrs 15 mins

fastest journey

05:46 / 23:41

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) to Exeter Central (EXC)

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On a typical weekday there are 27 scheduled rail journeys between Cardiff Queen Street and Exeter Central , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 27 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Cardiff Queen Street to Exeter Central is approximately 54 miles (87 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 26 mins.

South Western Railway, CrossCountry, GWR, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Cardiff Queen Street and Exeter Central.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Cardiff Queen Street to Exeter Central. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 15 mins.

Journeys from Cardiff Queen Street to Exeter Central Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:46
    3 hrs 19 mins 3 changes
    09:05
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Exeter Central
    Cardiff Queen Street to Exeter Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:34
    2 hrs 45 mins 3 changes
    09:19
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Exeter Central
    Cardiff Queen Street to Exeter Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:16
    2 hrs 40 mins 3 changes
    09:56
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Exeter Central
    Cardiff Queen Street to Exeter Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:46
    2 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    10:45
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Exeter Central
    Cardiff Queen Street to Exeter Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:20
    2 hrs 34 mins 3 changes
    10:54
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Exeter Central
    Cardiff Queen Street to Exeter Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:46
    2 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    11:45
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Exeter Central
    Cardiff Queen Street to Exeter Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:16
    2 hrs 38 mins 3 changes
    11:54
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Exeter Central
    Cardiff Queen Street to Exeter Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:46
    2 hrs 59 mins 3 changes
    12:45
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Exeter Central
    Cardiff Queen Street to Exeter Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:16
    2 hrs 37 mins 3 changes
    12:53
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Exeter Central
    Cardiff Queen Street to Exeter Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:46
    3 hrs 2 changes
    13:46
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Exeter Central
    Cardiff Queen Street to Exeter Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:15
    2 hrs 39 mins 3 changes
    13:54
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Exeter Central
    Cardiff Queen Street to Exeter Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:16
    2 hrs 38 mins 3 changes
    14:54
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Exeter Central
    Cardiff Queen Street to Exeter Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:46
    2 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    15:45
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Exeter Central
    Cardiff Queen Street to Exeter Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:16
    2 hrs 37 mins 3 changes
    15:53
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Exeter Central
    Cardiff Queen Street to Exeter Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:46
    2 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    16:45
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Exeter Central
    Cardiff Queen Street to Exeter Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:16
    2 hrs 51 mins 3 changes
    17:07
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Exeter Central
    Cardiff Queen Street to Exeter Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:11
    2 hrs 54 mins 3 changes
    18:05
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Exeter Central
    Cardiff Queen Street to Exeter Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:06
    2 hrs 15 mins 3 changes
    18:21
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Exeter Central
    Cardiff Queen Street to Exeter Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:11
    2 hrs 45 mins 3 changes
    18:56
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Exeter Central
    Cardiff Queen Street to Exeter Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:15
    2 hrs 59 mins 3 changes
    20:14
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Exeter Central
    Cardiff Queen Street to Exeter Central

About Cardiff Queen Street Station

Station name Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ)
Address Cardiff Queen Street station, Station Terrace, Cardiff, Cardiff, CF10 4EY
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 07:40 - 18:00
Tuesday 07:40 - 18:00
Wednesday 07:40 - 18:00
Thursday 07:40 - 18:00
Friday 07:40 - 18:00
Saturday 07:40 - 18:00
Sunday 10:00 - 15:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

About Exeter Central Station

Station name Exeter Central (EXC)
Address Exeter Central station, Queen Street, Exeter, Devon, EX4 3SB
Managed by GW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 07:50 - 18:15
Saturday 07:50 - 18:15
Sunday 09:30 - 16:30
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 Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Cardiff Queen Street and Exeter Central

The travel time between Cardiff Queen Street and Exeter Central by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 26 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 15 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Cardiff Queen Street and Exeter Central 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 05:46, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:41.

First class tickets on trains between Cardiff Queen Street and Exeter Central typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Cardiff Queen Street and Exeter Central can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Cardiff Queen Street & Exeter Central. owever, there are 27 possible journeys which require a change.

South Western Railway, CrossCountry, GWR, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Cardiff Queen Street and Exeter Central.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Cardiff Queen Street and Exeter Central, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.