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

The cheapest way to get from Exeter to Harwich is to bus which costs £45 - £120 and takes 9h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Exeter to Harwich is to train which takes 4h 40m and costs £110 - £230.

Is there a direct bus between Exeter and Harwich?

No, there is no direct bus from Exeter to Harwich. However, there are services departing from Bampfylde Street and arriving at Mayflower Avenue via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Coach Station, Railway Station and Head Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Exeter and Harwich?

No, there is no direct train from Exeter to Harwich. However, there are services departing from Exeter St Davids and arriving at Harwich Town via London Paddington, Stratford (London) and Manningtree. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 40m.

How far is it from Exeter to Harwich?

The distance between Exeter and Harwich is 249 miles. The road distance is 247.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Exeter to Harwich without a car is to train which takes 4h 40m and costs £110 - £230.

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

It takes approximately 4h 40m to get from Exeter to Harwich, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Exeter to Harwich bus from?

Exeter to Harwich bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bampfylde Street station.

Where do I catch the Exeter to Harwich train from?

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

Train or bus from Exeter to Harwich?

The best way to get from Exeter to Harwich is to train which takes 4h 40m and costs £110 - £230. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £120 and takes 9h 2m.

Where does the Exeter to Harwich bus arrive?

Exeter to Harwich bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Exeter to Harwich train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Exeter to Harwich?

Yes, the driving distance between Exeter to Harwich is 247 miles. It takes approximately 4h 55m to drive from Exeter to Harwich.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Exeter to Harwich?

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Exeter to Harwich - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Exeter to Harwich by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to London Paddingtontrain Penzance - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Manningtreetrain London Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
4h 40m
£115–223
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bampfylde Street to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 501 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Coach Stationbus 727 / ...
3. Take the bus from Coach Station to Railway Stationbus 717
9h 2m
£46–112
Drive 246.1 mi
1. Drive from Exeter to Harwichcar 246.1 mi
4h 55m
£61–88
Fly to London City Airport, train
1. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to London City Airport (LCY)plane EXT - LCY
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Manningtreetrain
7h 3m
£306–517
Train via London
1. Take the train from Exeter Central to London Waterlootrain Exeter St Davids - London Waterloo
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Manningtreetrain London Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
5h 48m
£108–246
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Exeter to London Heathrow Airportbus
2. Take the train from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 to Shenfieldtrain
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Head Streetbus 371 / ...
9h 24m
£56–101
Fly to London Gatwick Airport, train
1. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)plane EXT - LGW
2. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to London Bridgetrain
3. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Manningtreetrain
7h 26m
£138–335
Fly to Norwich International Airport, train
1. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to Norwich International Airport (NWI)plane EXT - NWI
2. Take the train from Norwich to Manningtreetrain
9h 39m
£246–667

Exeter to Harwich by train

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Distance: 247.3 mi
Duration: 4h 40m

What companies run services between Exeter, England and Harwich, England?

You can take a train from Exeter St Davids to Harwich Town via London Paddington, Stratford (London), and Manningtree in around 4h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bampfylde Street to Mayflower Avenue via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Coach Station, Railway Station, and Head Street in around 9h 2m.

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