The average train between Harlow and Exeter takes 3h 26m and the fastest train takes 2h 52m. There is an hourly train service from Harlow to Exeter. 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 Harlow and Exeter. The earliest departure is at 5:51 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Harlow is at 11:37 PM which arrives into Exeter at 8:44 AM. All services require a transfer at London Liverpool Street and take an average of 3h 26m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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No, there is no direct train from Harlow to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Harlow station and arriving at Exeter station via Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 26m.
Harlow to Exeter train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from London Paddington station.
Harlow to Exeter train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Exeter St Davids station.
Book your Harlow to Exeter train tickets online with Greater Anglia, Elizabeth Line (TfL) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Harlow and Exeter is 279 km. The road distance is 321 km.
Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from London Paddington to Exeter St Davids hourly. Tickets cost £75–150 and the journey takes 2h 8m.