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Next departures for Cardiff to Exeter on September 2
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location
Bus	3:45am	Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)	5h	8:45am	Exeter (Stover Court- Bampfylde Street)
Bus	8:45am	Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)	4h 20m	1:05pm	Exeter (Stover Court- Bampfylde Street)
Bus	12:15pm	Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)	4h 10m	4:25pm	Exeter (Stover Court- Bampfylde Street)
Bus	4:45pm	Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)	4h 30m	9:15pm	Exeter (Stover Court- Bampfylde Street)
Bus	11:35pm	Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)	5h 30m	5:05am	Exeter (Stover Court- Bampfylde Street)

Compare 2 ways to go from Cardiff to Exeter

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Exeter. The journey takes about 4 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just TRY 771, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6bus per day

4h 25mAverage Duration

55 milesDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PriceTRY 771 - TRY 3,760	Average Duration4h 25m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average PriceTRY 4,561 - TRY 6,058	Average Duration2h 31m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e

Bus stations and stops in Cardiff and Exeter

Stops in Cardiff

A
Sophia Gardens
2 Sophia Cl, Cardiff CF11, UK
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B
Cardiff University (o/s Cathays Rail Stn)
50 Park Place (Bus Stop, o/s Cathays Rail Stn), Cardiff CF10
C
Cardiff Coach Station - Sophia Gardens
22 Cathedral Rd, Cardiff CF11 9LJ, UK
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D
Cardiff - Castle Street Bus Stop
21A Castle St, Cardiff CF10 1BT, UK
E
National Museum
Gorsedd Gardens Rd, Cardiff CF10 3NP, UK
F
Cardiff Bus Stop - Westgate
206 Westgate St, Cardiff CF10, UK

Stops in Exeter

A
Honiton Rd, opp Park & Ride
Honiton Road (Bus Shelter, Lay-by, opp Park & Ride), Exeter EX1
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B
Exeter, opp Honiton Road Park & Ride (outside The Barn Owl)
2 Honiton Rd, Exeter, Devon EX1 3RU, UK
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C
Exeter (Bus & Coach Station)
EXETER , Sidwell St, Exeter EX4, UK

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/515,464 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4.0

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

Flixbus Cardiff Exeter recent customer reviews

The driver had his football radio very loud trhe while journey from Cardiff to Bristol. Awful journey these seat chrgerss didn't work. And the and bus left the depot late we was 30min late n I missed my final bus

Billy W.

December 2, 2025

National Express

4.2/530,335 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.4

GB bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Sindbad, National Express, Arriva, KLR Bus, RegioJet

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Cardiff to Exeter by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Cardiff to Exeter?
The cheapest bus tickets from Cardiff to Exeter start from TRY 771. The average price for this route is around TRY 1,265. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Cardiff to Exeter?
The average bus trip duration from Cardiff to Exeter is 4h 25m, covering a distance of 55 miles (88 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 2h 30m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Cardiff to Exeter route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, National Express.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Cardiff to Exeter?
The earliest bus departs from Cardiff to Exeter at 12:45am. And the latest bus departs at 11:25pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cardiff to Exeter?
A bus trip from Cardiff to Exeter generates an estimated 2.188325 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Cardiff to Exeter?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is National Express, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 30309 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Cardiff to Exeter?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company National Express has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Cardiff to Exeter?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is National Express, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

08/31

TRY 939

09/01

TRY 970

Today

TRY 587

09/03

TRY 672

09/04

TRY 740

09/05

TRY 724

09/06

TRY 740

09/07

TRY 770

The cheapest trip from Cardiff to Exeter was searched and found on Sep 2, 2026 with a price of TRY 587

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Cardiff to Exeter, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from TRY 587 to TRY 2,962 for a bus ticket from Cardiff to Exeter based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at TRY 672 which is on 2026-09-03.