How to travel from Exeter to Cardiff Airport (CWL), United Kingdom
The distance between Exeter and Cardiff Airport (CWL) is around 195km (121 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 2h 5m.
3 routes found
We've found 3 different ways to get from Exeter to Cardiff Airport (CWL) by train, bus and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Cardiff Airport (CWL) → Exeter if you're planning a return trip.
Train
Take the train to Bristol Parkway and then to Cardiff Central.
- Duration2h 30m
- Departshourly
- Typical cost£81($95)
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Take the train to Cardiff Central then take the bus to Cardiff Airport Airport.
- Duration3h 45m
- Departsevery 3 hours
- Typical cost£46($55)
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Drive
Drive to Cardiff Airport (CWL).
- Duration2h 5m
- Distance195km (121 miles)
Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Exeter and Cardiff Airport (CWL)
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Exeter to Cardiff Airport (CWL) by train, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the train and then take the bus which costs around £46 ($55) and will take around 3h 45m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can drive and arrive in approximately 2h 5m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately £23 ($27).
The distance between Exeter and Cardiff Airport (CWL) is around 195km (121 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 76km (47 miles)
It takes around 2h 30m to get from Exeter and Cardiff Airport (CWL) by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 2h 5m to drive there.
The quickest way to get from Exeter to Cardiff Airport (CWL) is to drive which takes around 2h 5m and will set you back approx £23 ($27).
The cheapest way to travel between Exeter and Cardiff Airport (CWL), if you exclude driving, is to take the train and then take the bus which will typically cost around £46 ($55) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
Yes there is a train service that runs between Exeter and Cardiff Airport (CWL). It typically takes around 2h 30m and departs hourly.
There are no direct train services that runs from Exeter to Cardiff Airport (CWL). However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Bristol Parkway, Cardiff Central and Barry. These services run hourly and will take a minimum of 2h 30m.
CrossCountry and Great Western Railway run train services between Exeter and Cardiff Airport (CWL). Trains depart hourly and will take around 2h 30m, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Exeter and Cardiff Airport (CWL). We recommend that you drive to Cardiff Airport (CWL). instead which will take 2h 5m.
Flights and Airlines
The easiest way to get to Cardiff Airport (CWL) from Exeter is to drive which will take 2h 5m and cost around £23 ($27).
It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Exeter to Cardiff Airport (CWL). We recommend that you take the train to Bristol Parkway and then to Cardiff Central. instead which will take 2h 30m.
Drive yourself
Yes it is possible to drive from Exeter and Cardiff Airport (CWL). The distance is around 195km (121 miles) by road and it will take around 2h 5m in normal traffic conditons.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Exeter to Cardiff Airport (CWL) is to take the train which takes, on average, 2h 30m and will usually cost around £81 ($95).
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Compare travel optionsbetween Exeter and Cardiff Airport (CWL)
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Train | 2h 30m | £81($95) | hourly | 205km (128 miles) |
Train and Bus | 3h 45m | £46($55) | every 3 hours | 211km (131 miles) |
Drive | 2h 5m | £23($27) | on demand | 195km (121 miles) |
