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

The cheapest way to get from Watford to Exeter is to bus via Town Hall which costs £21 - £40 and takes 6h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Watford to Exeter is to drive which takes 3h 7m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Watford and Exeter?

No, there is no direct bus from Watford station to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Watford Junction station and arriving at Bampfylde Street via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 8m.

Is there a direct train between Watford and Exeter?

No, there is no direct train from Watford to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Watford High Street and arriving at Exeter St Davids via Queen's Park station and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 27m.

How far is it from Watford to Exeter?

The distance between Watford and Exeter is 189 miles. The road distance is 174.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Watford to Exeter without a car is to train which takes 3h 27m and costs £80 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 3h 27m to get from Watford to Exeter, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Watford to Exeter bus from?

Watford to Exeter bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Watford to Exeter train from?

Watford to Exeter train services, operated by London Overground, depart from Watford High Street station.

Train, bus or fly from Watford to Exeter?

The best way to get from Watford to Exeter is to train which takes 3h 27m and costs £80 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £23 - £45 and takes 5h 8m, you could also fly, which costs £180 - £390 and takes 6h 16m.

Where does the Watford to Exeter bus arrive?

Watford to Exeter bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bampfylde Street station.

Where does the Watford to Exeter train arrive?

Watford to Exeter train services, operated by London Overground, arrive at Queens Park (London) station.

Can I drive from Watford to Exeter?

Yes, the driving distance between Watford to Exeter is 174 miles. It takes approximately 3h 7m to drive from Watford to Exeter.

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

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Where can I stay near Exeter?

There are 1516+ hotels available in Exeter.

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Watford High Street to Queens Park (London)train Watford Junction - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Exeter St Davidstrain London Paddington - Plymouth / ...
3h 27m
£84–161
Bus via Town Hall
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Exeterbus Ukn49
6h 2m
£22–38
Bus
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bampfylde Streetbus 501 / ...
5h 8m
£24–43
Drive 173.1 mi
1. Drive from Watford to Exetercar 173.1 mi
3h 7m
£43–63
Fly
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Exeter (EXT)plane LHR - EXT
6h 16m
£184–386

Watford to Exeter by train and subway

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3h 27mAverage Duration

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Distance: 187.6 mi
Duration: 3h 27m

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

You can take a train from Watford High Street to Exeter St Davids via Queens Park (London), Queen's Park station, Paddington station, and London Paddington in around 3h 27m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bampfylde Street hourly. Tickets cost £22–40 and the journey takes 3h 30m.

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