The average train between Exeter and Watford takes 3h 34m and the fastest train takes 3h 11m. There is a train service every few hours from Exeter to Watford. 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 Watford. The earliest departure is at 1:07 AM at night, and the last departure from Exeter is at 8:57 PM which arrives into Watford at 6:14 AM. All services require a transfer at London Paddington and take an average of 3h 34m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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3h 12m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Exeter to Watford? 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.
No, there is no direct train from Exeter to Watford. However, there are services departing from Exeter station and arriving at Watford station via London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 34m.
Exeter to Watford train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Exeter St Davids station.
Exeter to Watford train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Watford High Street station.
Book your Exeter to Watford train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR), London Underground (Tube) and London Overground.
The distance between Exeter and Watford is 241.6 km. The road distance is 302 km.
You can take a train from Exeter St Davids to Watford High Street via London Paddington, Paddington station, Queen's Park station, and Queens Park (London) in around 3h.