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

The cheapest way to get from Exeter to Watford is to bus via Watford Junction station which costs £15 - £27 and takes 5h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Exeter to Watford is to train via Queen's Park station which takes 3h 7m and costs £95 - £180.

Is there a direct bus between Exeter and Watford?

No, there is no direct bus from Exeter to Watford. However, there are services departing from Bampfylde Street and arriving at Town Hall via Heathrow Terminal 3. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 33m.

Is there a direct train between Exeter and Watford?

No, there is no direct train from Exeter to Watford. However, there are services departing from Exeter St Davids and arriving at Watford High Street via Paddington station and Queens Park (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 7m.

How far is it from Exeter to Watford?

The distance between Exeter and Watford is 189 miles. The road distance is 174.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Exeter to Watford without a car is to train via Queen's Park station which takes 3h 7m and costs £95 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 3h 7m to get from Exeter to Watford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Exeter to Watford bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Exeter to Watford train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Exeter to Watford?

The best way to get from Exeter to Watford is to train via Queen's Park station which takes 3h 7m and costs £95 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £24 - £35 and takes 4h 33m, you could also fly, which costs £130 - £390 and takes 5h 41m.

Where does the Exeter to Watford bus arrive?

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

Where does the Exeter to Watford train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Exeter to Watford?

Yes, the driving distance between Exeter to Watford is 174 miles. It takes approximately 3h 7m to drive from Exeter to Watford.

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

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Where can I stay near Watford?

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

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

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Train via Queen's Park station
best
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to London Paddingtontrain Totnes - London Paddington / ...
3h 7m
£96–174
Bus via Watford Junction station
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Exeter to London Heathrow Airportbus Ukn49
5h 19m
£15–27
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bampfylde Street to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 501 / ...
4h 33m
£24–35
Drive 173.5 mi
1. Drive from Exeter to Watfordcar 173.5 mi
3h 7m
£43–62
Fly to London Heathrow Airport
1. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane EXT - LHR
5h 41m
£133–384
Train
1. Take the train from Exeter Central to Clapham Junctiontrain Exeter St Davids - London Waterloo
4h 26m
£81–179
Fly to London City Airport
1. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to London City Airport (LCY)plane EXT - LCY
6h 17m
£230–686
Fly to London Gatwick Airport
1. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)plane EXT - LGW
5h 45m
£104–268

Exeter to Watford by train and subway

190Weekly Services

3h 7mAverage Duration

£96Cheapest Price

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Distance: 187.6 mi
Duration: 3h 7m

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Exeter St Davids to London Paddington hourly. Tickets cost £90–170 and the journey takes 2h 12m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Bampfylde Street to Heathrow Central Bus Station every 4 hours. Tickets cost £24–35 and the journey takes 3h 35m.

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