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The average train between Exeter and Harpenden takes 3h 23m 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.

3h 23m
Duration
202 mi
Distance
£105
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Exeter to Harpenden train times

Trains run hourly between Exeter and Harpenden. The earliest departure is at 1:07 AM at night, and the last departure from Exeter is at 9:14 PM which arrives into Harpenden at 5:47 AM. All services require a transfer at London Paddington and take an average of 3h 23m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, November 5, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink3h 2m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink3h 2m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink3h 25m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink2h 59m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, November 6, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink5h 34m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink3h 38m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink3h 25m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink3h 25m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 7, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink5h 25m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink3h 17m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink3h 33m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink3h 1m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, November 8, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink3h 17m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink3h 14m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink3h 2m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink3h 10m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, November 9, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink5h 34m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink3h 38m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink3h 25m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink3h 25m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink5h 14m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink3h 38m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink3h 25m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink3h 25m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink5h 14m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink3h 38m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink3h 25m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink3h 25m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Exeter to Harpenden? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

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  • Distance: 201.6 mi
  • Duration: 3h 23m

What companies run services between Exeter, England and Harpenden, England?

You can take a train from Exeter St Davids to Harpenden via London Paddington, Farringdon Without, and Farringdon in around 3h.

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