The average train between Exeter and Harrogate takes 6h 1m and the fastest train takes 5h 12m. There is a train service every few hours from Exeter to Harrogate. 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 every 2 hours between Exeter and Harrogate. The earliest departure is at 6:25 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Exeter is at 6:27 PM which arrives into Harrogate at 6:32 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 6h 1m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Exeter to Harrogate. However, there are services departing from Exeter station and arriving at Harrogate station via Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 1m.
Exeter to Harrogate train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Exeter St Davids station.
Exeter to Harrogate train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Leeds station.
Book your Exeter to Harrogate train tickets online with Cross Country and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Exeter and Harrogate is 387.6 km. The road distance is 475 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Exeter St Davids to Leeds every 2 hours. Tickets cost £140–210 and the journey takes 4h 34m.