Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Honiton Rd, opp Park & Ride | Cardiff University (o/s Cathays Rail Stn) | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Bus | Honiton Rd, opp Park & Ride | Cardiff University (o/s Cathays Rail Stn) | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Exeter (Stover Court- Bampfylde Street) | Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Exeter (Stover Court- Bampfylde Street) | Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Exeter (Stover Court- Bampfylde Street) | Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens) | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Exeter to Cardiff
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Cardiff. The journey takes about 2 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just £15, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Exeter to Cardiff
What's the distance between Exeter and Cardiff by coach?
The journey from Exeter to Cardiff by coach covers an approximate distance of 55 miles (88 km).
What is the best way to go from Exeter to Cardiff without a car?
You can reach Cardiff from Exeter by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. You can also consider rideshare services depending on your preferences.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Exeter to Cardiff was searched and found on 22 Nov 2025 with a price of £7To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Exeter to Cardiff as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £7 to £42 for a bus ticket from Exeter to Cardiff based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £7, which is on 2025-11-22.
Usually National Express will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
What's the cheapest way to go from Exeter to Cardiff?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
