The average train between Hertford and Exeter takes 3h 47m and the fastest train takes 3h 14m. There is an hourly train service from Hertford to Exeter. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Hertford and Exeter. The earliest departure is at 5:46 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Hertford is at 11:16 PM which arrives into Exeter at 8:44 AM. All services require a transfer at Moorgate and take an average of 3h 47m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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3h 26m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Hertford to Exeter? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Hertford to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Hertford North station and arriving at Exeter St Davids station via Moorgate station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 47m.
Hertford to Exeter train services, operated by Great Northern, depart from Hertford North station.
Hertford to Exeter train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Exeter St Davids station.
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The distance between Hertford and Exeter is 267.9 km. The road distance is 310 km.
You can take a train from Hertford North to Exeter St Davids via Moorgate, Liverpool Street Station, and London Paddington in around 3h 51m.