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

The cheapest way to get from Exeter to Harpenden is to bus via Watford Junction station which costs £24 - £40 and takes 6h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Exeter to Harpenden is to train which takes 3h 1m and costs £85 - £160.

Is there a direct bus between Exeter and Harpenden?

No, there is no direct bus from Exeter to Harpenden. However, there are services departing from Bampfylde Street and arriving at Old Cock Inn via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Luton Station Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Exeter and Harpenden?

No, there is no direct train from Exeter to Harpenden. However, there are services departing from Exeter St Davids and arriving at Harpenden via London Paddington and Farringdon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 1m.

How far is it from Exeter to Harpenden?

The distance between Exeter and Harpenden is 203 miles. The road distance is 185 miles.

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

The best way to get from Exeter to Harpenden without a car is to train which takes 3h 1m and costs £85 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 3h 1m to get from Exeter to Harpenden, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Exeter to Harpenden bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Exeter to Harpenden train from?

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

Train or bus from Exeter to Harpenden?

The best way to get from Exeter to Harpenden is to train which takes 3h 1m and costs £85 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £29 - £55 and takes 5h 47m.

Where does the Exeter to Harpenden bus arrive?

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

Where does the Exeter to Harpenden train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Exeter to Harpenden?

Yes, the driving distance between Exeter to Harpenden is 185 miles. It takes approximately 3h 15m to drive from Exeter to Harpenden.

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

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Where can I stay near Harpenden?

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There are 6 ways to get from Exeter to Harpenden 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 Farringdon to Harpendentrain Brighton - Bedford / ...
3h 1m
£88–153
Bus via Watford Junction station
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Exeter to London Heathrow Airportbus Ukn49
6h 37m
£24–37
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bampfylde Street to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 501 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Luton Station Interchangebus 230 / ...
5h 47m
£29–51
Drive 184 mi
1. Drive from Exeter to Harpendencar 184 mi
3h 15m
£46–66
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 Harpendentrain
6h 4m
£114–253
Fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane EXT - LHR
2. Take the train from Farringdon to Harpendentrain
5h 53m
£209–417

Exeter to Harpenden by train

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Distance: 201.6 mi
Duration: 3h 1m

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

You can take a train from Exeter St Davids to Harpenden via London Paddington, Farringdon Without, and Farringdon in around 3h 1m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bampfylde Street to Old Cock Inn via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Luton Station Interchange in around 5h 47m.

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