The average train between Exeter and Harlow takes 3h 36m and the fastest train takes 3h 1m. There is a train service every few hours from Exeter to Harlow. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Exeter and Harlow. The earliest departure is at 1:07 AM at night, and the last departure from Exeter is at 8:57 PM which arrives into Harlow at 5:12 AM. All services require a transfer at London Paddington and take an average of 3h 36m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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No, there is no direct train from Exeter to Harlow. However, there are services departing from Exeter station and arriving at Harlow station via London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 36m.
Exeter to Harlow train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Exeter St Davids station.
Exeter to Harlow train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.
Book your Exeter to Harlow train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR), Elizabeth Line (TfL) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Exeter and Harlow is 279 km. The road distance is 321 km.
Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Exeter St Davids to London Paddington hourly. Tickets cost £75–150 and the journey takes 2h 14m.