What is the cheapest way to get from Exeter to Harpenden?

The cheapest way to get from Exeter to Harpenden is to bus which costs £25 - £70 and takes 5h 36m.

What is the fastest way to get from Exeter to Harpenden?

The fastest way to get from Exeter to Harpenden is to train via London which takes 3h 1m and costs £70 - £150.

Is there a direct train between Exeter and Harpenden?

No, there is no direct train from Exeter to Harpenden. However, there are services departing from Exeter St Davids and arriving at Harpenden via London Paddington and Farringdon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 1m.

How far is it from Exeter to Harpenden?

The distance between Exeter and Harpenden is 203 miles. The road distance is 185 miles.

How do I travel from Exeter to Harpenden without a car?

The best way to get from Exeter to Harpenden without a car is to train via London which takes 3h 1m and costs £70 - £150.

How long does it take to get from Exeter to Harpenden?

It takes approximately 3h 1m to get from Exeter to Harpenden, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Exeter to Harpenden train from?

Exeter to Harpenden train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Exeter St Davids station.

Train or bus from Exeter to Harpenden?

The best way to get from Exeter to Harpenden is to train via London which takes 3h 1m and costs £70 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £25 - £70 and takes 5h 36m.

Where does the Exeter to Harpenden train arrive?

Exeter to Harpenden train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Exeter to Harpenden?

Yes, the driving distance between Exeter to Harpenden is 185 miles. It takes approximately 3h 14m to drive from Exeter to Harpenden.

How do I get a train ticket from Exeter to Harpenden?

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Exeter to Harpenden - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Exeter to Harpenden by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to London PaddingtonTotnes - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Farringdon to HarpendenBrighton - Bedford / ...
3h 1m
£73–146
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bampfylde Street to Heathrow Central Bus Station501 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Luton Airport Parkway Rail StationUk990
5h 36m
£25–68
Drive 183.9 mi
1. Drive from Exeter to Harpenden183.9 mi
3h 14m
£46–67
Fly, train
1. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)EXT - LHR
2. Take the train from Farringdon to Harpenden
5h 50m
£168–485
Train
1. Take the train from Exeter Central to Clapham JunctionExeter St Davids - London Waterloo / ...
4h 9m
£27–95

Exeter to Harpenden by train

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3h 1mAverage Duration

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Distance: 201.6 mi
Duration: 3h 1m

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 1m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bampfylde Street to Harpenden via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Luton Airport Parkway Rail Station, and Luton Airport Parkway in around 5h 36m.

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