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Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Cardiff to Exeter from various bus operators like National Express for the next days.

today
$21
tomorrow
Monday
$19
Tuesday
$16
Wednesday
Thursday
$19
Friday
$19

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 4h 10m 8:40 AM Cardiff Coach Station 12:50 PM Exeter Bus Station  Economy $21
National Express 4h 10m 10:40 AM Cardiff Coach Station 2:50 PM Exeter Bus Station  Economy $21
National Express 5h 40m 8:15 PM Cardiff Coach Station 1:55 AM Exeter Bus Station  Economy $22
National Express 5h 40m 12:35 PM Cardiff Coach Station 6:15 PM Exeter Bus Station  Economy $24
  • Did you know that if you travel from Cardiff to Exeter via Bristol, you can save more than $2? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      3h 55m
      0
      4:40 AM
      Cardiff
      Kingsway Bus Stop
      6:00 AM
      Bristol
      Coach Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $8
      • Waiting Time 0h 15m
    • FlixBus
      2h 20m
      0
      6:15 AM
      Bristol
      Coach Station
      8:35 AM
      Exeter
      Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $11
    Travel Time is 0h 15m shorter, and you will save $2

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 5h 40m 8:15 PM Cardiff Coach Station 1:55 AM Exeter Bus Station  Economy $19
National Express 4h 10m 10:40 AM Cardiff Coach Station 2:50 PM Exeter Bus Station  Economy $21
National Express 4h 20m 8:30 AM Cardiff Coach Station 12:50 PM Exeter Bus Station  Economy $23
National Express 6h 10m 12:35 PM Cardiff Coach Station 6:45 PM Exeter Bus Station  Economy $26
  • Did you know that if you travel from Cardiff to Exeter via Bristol, you can save more than $4? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      3h 40m
      0
      10:15 PM
      Cardiff
      University
      11:15 PM
      Bristol
      Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      $7
      • Waiting Time 0h 15m
    • National Express
      2h 25m
      0
      11:30 PM
      Bristol
      Coach Station
      1:55 AM
      Exeter
      Bus Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      $8
    Travel Time is 0h 30m shorter, and you will save $4

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 5h 40m 8:15 PM Cardiff Coach Station 1:55 AM Exeter Bus Station  Economy $16
National Express 4h 20m 8:30 AM Cardiff Coach Station 12:50 PM Exeter Bus Station  Economy $19
National Express 4h 10m 10:40 AM Cardiff Coach Station 2:50 PM Exeter Bus Station  Economy $21
National Express 5h 50m 12:35 PM Cardiff Coach Station 6:25 PM Exeter Bus Station  Economy $21

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 4h 20m 8:30 AM Cardiff Coach Station 12:50 PM Exeter Bus Station  Economy $19
National Express 4h 10m 10:40 AM Cardiff Coach Station 2:50 PM Exeter Bus Station  Economy $19
National Express 5h 40m 8:15 PM Cardiff Coach Station 1:55 AM Exeter Bus Station  Economy $22
National Express 5h 50m 12:35 PM Cardiff Coach Station 6:25 PM Exeter Bus Station  Economy $24
  • Did you know that if you travel from Cardiff to Exeter via Bristol, you can save more than $4? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      3h 40m
      0
      10:15 PM
      Cardiff
      University
      11:15 PM
      Bristol
      Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      $7
      • Waiting Time 0h 15m
    • National Express
      2h 25m
      0
      11:30 PM
      Bristol
      Coach Station
      1:55 AM
      Exeter
      Bus Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      $8
    Travel Time is 0h 30m shorter, and you will save $4

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 5h 40m 8:15 PM Cardiff Coach Station 1:55 AM Exeter Bus Station  Economy $19
National Express 4h 25m 10:40 AM Cardiff Coach Station 3:05 PM Exeter Bus Station  Economy $21
National Express 4h 20m 8:30 AM Cardiff Coach Station 12:50 PM Exeter Bus Station  Economy $23
National Express 6h 10m 12:35 PM Cardiff Coach Station 6:45 PM Exeter Bus Station  Economy $24
  • Did you know that if you travel from Cardiff to Exeter via Bristol, you can save more than $7? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      3h 45m
      0
      10:10 PM
      Cardiff
      Coach Station
      11:15 PM
      Bristol
      Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      $4
      • Waiting Time 0h 15m
    • National Express
      2h 25m
      0
      11:30 PM
      Bristol
      Coach Station
      1:55 AM
      Exeter
      Bus Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      $8
    Travel Time is 0h 35m shorter, and you will save $7

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Cardiff to Exeter is $16 on 7/28/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.


Frequency of bus connections between Cardiff and Exeter

See here how frequent the connections between Cardiff and Exeter are, during different times and days of the week.
Monday is the busiest day, with more than 4 daily buses from Cardiff to Exeter. Monday has instead the fewest connections, with only 4 daily coaches between Cardiff and Exeter.
The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 10 buses from Cardiff to Exeter, while Afternoon sees the fewest connections between Cardiff and Exeter, with 5 offers.

Facts about the bus from Cardiff to Exeter

Compare all providers like National Express that travel 4 times every day by bus from Cardiff to Exeter in one click! Book your bus ticket from Cardiff to Exeter starting from $16!

Cheapest Bus $16
Fastest Bus 4h 10m
Earliest Bus 8:40 AM
Latest Bus 8:15 PM
Daily Bus Routes 4 Ø
Distance 54.9 miles
Bus Companies National Express

Cheapest bus connections from Cardiff to Exeter

Every day, 4 buses from 1 bus companies leave Cardiff for Exeter: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 07/25/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 07/19
Monday 07/20
Tuesday 07/21
Wednesday 07/22
Thursday 07/23
Friday 07/24
Saturday 07/25
$21
Sunday 07/26
$24
Monday 07/27
$19
Tuesday 07/28
$16
Wednesday 07/29
Thursday 07/30
$19
Friday 07/31
$19
Saturday 08/01
$16
Sunday 08/02
$20
Monday 08/03
Tuesday 08/04
$19
Wednesday 08/05
Thursday 08/06
$19
Friday 08/07
$21
Saturday 08/08
Sunday 08/09
$19
Monday 08/10
$19
Tuesday 08/11
$19
Wednesday 08/12
$19
Thursday 08/13
Friday 08/14
Saturday 08/15

The cheapest time to travel from Cardiff to Exeter

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Cardiff to Exeter, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $15, Thursday is the cheapest day for a bus from Cardiff to Exeter. Monday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $19.
Evening is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Cardiff to Exeter, with $16. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $21.

How to save money travelling from Cardiff to Exeter

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Cardiff to Exeter in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Cardiff to Exeter, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later buses from Cardiff to Exeter are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Cardiff and Exeter

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Cardiff and Exeter.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Cardiff to Exeter

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Cardiff to Exeter? Or which bus companies serve the route Cardiff to Exeter? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Cardiff to Exeter bus

How much does a Cardiff Exeter bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $16 and takes 5h 40m to reach Exeter. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Cardiff to Exeter?

This route is offered by 1 companies with a range of ticket prices between $16 and $26. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Exeter.

On average, how many connections are available from Cardiff to Exeter each day?

Every day, the Cardiff to Exeter bus route is served by approximately 4 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Cardiff to Exeter take?

The fastest bus from Cardiff to Exeter is offered by National Express and takes 4h 10m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $21. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Cardiff to Exeter?

The earliest bus arriving in Exeter from Cardiff starts at 8:40 AM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Cardiff to Exeter?

The latest bus trip departing from Cardiff for Exeter starts at 8:15 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Cardiff Exeter route?

When traveling by bus from Cardiff to Exeter, passengers can travel with National Express. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Exeter?

You can check all the direct connections between Cardiff and Exeter by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: National Express.

What can I take with me on the Cardiff to Exeter bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the Cardiff Exeter bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Cardiff Exeter bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Cardiff to Exeter on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Cardiff to Exeter

Economy
Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

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