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

The cheapest way to get from Harwich to Exeter is to drive which costs £60 - £90 and takes 5h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Harwich to Exeter is to train via Manningtree which takes 4h 32m and costs £110 - £230.

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 32m.

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 via Manningtree which takes 4h 32m and costs £110 - £230.

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

It takes approximately 4h 32m to get from Harwich to Exeter, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Harwich to Exeter train from?

Harwich to Exeter train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Manningtree 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 - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

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

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Train via Manningtree
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 32m
£112–222
Drive 247 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Harwich to Exetercar 247 mi
5h 1m
£61–87
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Manningtree to Norwichtrain
2. Fly from Norwich International Airport (NWI) to Exeter (EXT)plane NWI - EXT
9h 44m
£155–568
Train
1. Take the train from Thorpe-le-Soken to Stratford (London)train Clacton-on-Sea - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Exeter Centraltrain London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids
6h 44m
£102–230

Harwich to Exeter by train

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4h 32mAverage Duration

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Distance: 247.3 mi
Duration: 4h 32m

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 32m.

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