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

The cheapest way to get from Harpenden to Exeter is to bus which costs £23 - £70 and takes 5h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Harpenden to Exeter is to drive which takes 3h 15m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct train between Harpenden and Exeter?

No, there is no direct train from Harpenden to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Harpenden and arriving at Exeter St Davids via Farringdon Without and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 23m.

How far is it from Harpenden to Exeter?

The distance between Harpenden and Exeter is 203 miles. The road distance is 185.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Harpenden to Exeter without a car is to train which takes 3h 23m and costs £75 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 3h 23m to get from Harpenden to Exeter, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Harpenden to Exeter train from?

Harpenden to Exeter train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Harpenden station.

Train or bus from Harpenden to Exeter?

The best way to get from Harpenden to Exeter is to train which takes 3h 23m and costs £75 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £23 - £70 and takes 5h 35m.

Where does the Harpenden to Exeter train arrive?

Harpenden to Exeter train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at Farringdon station.

Can I drive from Harpenden to Exeter?

Yes, the driving distance between Harpenden to Exeter is 186 miles. It takes approximately 3h 15m to drive from Harpenden to Exeter.

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

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Where can I stay near Exeter?

There are 1353+ hotels available in Exeter.

Harpenden to Exeter - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 4 ways to get from Harpenden to Exeter by train, bus, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Harpenden to FarringdonBedford - Brighton / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Exeter St DavidsLondon Paddington - Totnes / ...
3h 23m
£76–173
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Luton Airport Parkway Rail Station to Heathrow Central Bus StationUk990
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bampfylde Street501 / ...
5h 35m
£23–69
Drive 184.5 mi
1. Drive from Harpenden to Exeter184.5 mi
3h 15m
£47–67
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Harpenden to Farringdon
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Exeter (EXT)LHR - EXT
6h 25m
£162–499

Harpenden to Exeter by train

170Weekly Trains

3h 23mAverage Duration

£76Cheapest Price

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Distance: 201.6 mi
Duration: 3h 23m

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

You can take a train from Harpenden to Exeter St Davids via Farringdon, Farringdon Without, and London Paddington in around 3h 23m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Harpenden to Bampfylde Street via Luton Airport Parkway, Luton Airport Parkway Rail Station, and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 5h 35m.

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