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

The cheapest way to get from Harwich to Exeter is to bus which costs £40 - £75 and takes 9h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Harwich to Exeter is to train which takes 4h 38m and costs £100 - £200.

Is there a direct bus between Harwich and Exeter?

No, there is no direct bus from Harwich to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Mayflower Avenue and arriving at Bampfylde Street via Osborne Street, Railway Station, Coach Station and Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 46m.

Is there a direct train between Harwich and Exeter?

No, there is no direct train from Harwich to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Harwich Town and arriving at Exeter St Davids via Manningtree, Stratford and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 38m.

How far is it from Harwich to Exeter?

The distance between Harwich and Exeter is 249 miles. The road distance is 248.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Harwich to Exeter without a car is to train which takes 4h 38m and costs £100 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 4h 38m to get from Harwich to Exeter, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Harwich to Exeter bus from?

Harwich to Exeter bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Railway Station.

Where do I catch the Harwich to Exeter train from?

Harwich to Exeter train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Manningtree station.

Train or bus from Harwich to Exeter?

The best way to get from Harwich to Exeter is to train which takes 4h 38m and costs £100 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £75 and takes 9h 46m.

Where does the Harwich to Exeter bus arrive?

Harwich to Exeter bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Coach Station.

Where does the Harwich to Exeter train arrive?

Harwich to Exeter train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Stratford (London) station.

Can I drive from Harwich to Exeter?

Yes, the driving distance between Harwich to Exeter is 248 miles. It takes approximately 5h 1m to drive from Harwich to Exeter.

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

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Where can I stay near Exeter?

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Harwich to Exeter - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Harwich to Exeter by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manningtree to Stratford (London)train Norwich - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Exeter St Davidstrain London Paddington - Plymouth / ...
4h 38m
£107–196
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Railway Station to Coach Stationbus 717
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 727 / ...
3. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bampfylde Streetbus 501 / ...
9h 46m
£40–71
Drive 247 mi
1. Drive from Harwich to Exetercar 247 mi
5h 1m
£62–89
Train, train to London Gatwick Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Manningtree to London Liverpool Streettrain
2. Take the train from London Bridge to Gatwick Airporttrain
3. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Exeter (EXT)plane LGW - EXT
6h 31m
£133–289
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Osborne Street to Bus Stationbus 371 / ...
2. Take the train from Chelmsford to Stratford (London)train
3. Take the train from London Waterloo to Exeter Centraltrain
8h 14m
£84–164
Train to Norwich International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Manningtree to Norwichtrain
2. Fly from Norwich International Airport (NWI) to Exeter (EXT)plane NWI - EXT
10h 54m
£145–612

Harwich to Exeter by train

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Distance: 247.3 mi
Duration: 4h 38m

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

You can take a train from Harwich Town to Exeter St Davids via Manningtree, Stratford, and London Paddington in around 4h 38m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Mayflower Avenue to Bampfylde Street via Stanwell Street, Osborne Street, Post Office, Railway Station, Coach Station, and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 9h 46m.

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