The average train between Exeter and Harpenden takes 3h 22m and the fastest train takes 2h 59m. There is a train service every few hours from Exeter to Harpenden. 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 Harpenden. The earliest departure is at 1:22 AM at night, and the last departure from Exeter is at 8:57 PM which arrives into Harpenden at 12:39 AM. All services require a transfer at London Paddington and take an average of 3h 22m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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No, there is no direct train from Exeter to Harpenden. However, there are services departing from Exeter station and arriving at Harpenden station via London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 22m.
Exeter to Harpenden train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Exeter St Davids station.
Exeter to Harpenden train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Harpenden station.
Book your Exeter to Harpenden train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR), Elizabeth Line (TfL) and Thameslink.
The distance between Exeter and Harpenden is 251.8 km. The road distance is 325 km.
You can take a train from Exeter St Davids to Harpenden via London Paddington, Farringdon Without, and Farringdon in around 2h 57m.