The average train between Harwich and Exeter takes 5h 24m and the fastest train takes 4h 14m. There is a train service every few hours from Harwich 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 Harwich and Exeter. The earliest departure is at 5:24 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Harwich is at 11:26 PM which arrives into Exeter at 10:10 AM. All services require a transfer at Manningtree and take an average of 5h 24m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Harwich to Exeter? 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 Harwich to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Harwich station and arriving at Exeter station via Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 24m.
Harwich to Exeter train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Manningtree station.
Harwich to Exeter train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Exeter St Davids station.
Book your Harwich to Exeter train tickets online with Greater Anglia, Elizabeth Line (TfL) and Great Western Railway (GWR).
The distance between Harwich and Exeter is 360.6 km. The road distance is 398 km.
You can take a train from Harwich Town to Exeter St Davids via Manningtree, Stratford, and London Paddington in around 4h 30m.