Skip to contentTrainline homepage
RailcardsBusiness

No tickets in your basket.

Why not plan a trip?

My Bookings
Loading...
Loading...

Trains from Harpenden to St James Park (Exeter)

Booking.com

ExternalLinkExternalLink

Open Booking.com in a new tab with places to stay on your trip

Great Western Railway
Thameslink

Compare prices from over 270 rail and coach companies in Europe

Icon of trainline-phone-tickets.svg

Buy your tickets with us and easily find them on your phone

Icon of trainline-safe-payments.svg

Safely pay with PayPal, Visa and all international payment cards

  1. Home
  2. Train times
  3. Harpenden to St James Park (Exeter)

Trains to St James Park (Exeter) from Harpenden

First train

05:58

Last train

21:22

Departure stationHarpenden
Arrival stationSt James Park (Exeter)
Journey time

From 3h 23m

Distance

156 miles (251 km)

Changes

3 changes

Train operators

Great Western Railway, Thameslink

Travelling from Harpenden to St James Park (Exeter) by train

Looking to travel from Harpenden to St James Park (Exeter) by train? You've come to the right place!

On average, it takes around 4 hours 16 minutes to travel from Harpenden to St James Park (Exeter) by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 3 hours 23 minutes though. You'll usually find 0 trains per day running along the 156 miles (251 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 3 changes during the journey to St James Park (Exeter), as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with Great Western Railway or Thameslink to get to St James Park (Exeter) – both train companies offer modern comfortable services that will whisk you there in no time.

To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Harpenden to St James Park (Exeter) in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save!

Want to book your train tickets now? Just start a search with us today. If you want to find out more about the journey, scroll up for timetables including live train times, or keep reading for FAQs and tips on how to book cheap train tickets.

What do people frequently ask about the train journey from Harpenden to St James Park (Exeter)?

Want to know more about your journey from Harpenden to St James Park (Exeter)? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How fast can trains travel from Harpenden to St James Park (Exeter)?

The fastest time a train can travel the 156 miles (251 km) from Harpenden to St James Park (Exeter) is 3 hours and 23 minutes.

Are there any direct trains from Harpenden to St James Park (Exeter)?

There are no direct trains that run between Harpenden and St James Park (Exeter). You’ll need to make at least 3 changes along the way.

How far is the train ride from Harpenden to St James Park (Exeter)?

The train ride from Harpenden to St James Park (Exeter) covers a distance of around 156 miles (251 km). The quickest journeys on this route can take 3 hours and 23 minutes.

What is the best way to travel to St James Park (Exeter) from Harpenden?

With the fastest journeys taking just 3 hours and 23 minutes, we think the best way to travel between Harpenden and St James Park (Exeter) is to take the train! Check out our Journey Planner for times, tickets and prices, or explore the classes and onboard services available on the train.

How do I find cheap train tickets from Harpenden to St James Park (Exeter)?

As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, our Trainline team of experts have put together these tips to help you find the cheapest tickets.

1. Book in advance

Train tickets from Harpenden to St James Park (Exeter) start at § one way for a Standard Class ticket if you book in advance. UK train companies usually release Advance tickets up to 12 weeks ahead of time, and these can be cheaper than tickets bought on the day of travel.

2. Sign up to Ticket Alert

If you're planning a trip more than 12 weeks ahead, sign up to our Ticket Alert to get notified when Advance tickets are released for your travel date.

3. Use a Railcard

National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel throughout the year. Buy one with us and you'll be able to store it digitally in our app, so you'll always have it on your travels.

4. Book split tickets

Our handy feature SplitSave will 'split' your train journey into multiple tickets, which can be much cheaper than buying a single ticket. Find out more about split tickets.

5. Travel Off-Peak

If you can be flexible with your travel times, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets are usually cheaper in the UK. Generally, Off-Peak times are any time at weekends and outside of Monday to Friday morning and evening rush hours.

6. Consider a Season Ticket

Best for commuters, if you catch a train on the same route more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly, weekly and flexi options available, find out if a Season Ticket for Harpenden to St James Park (Exeter) is right for you.

For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.

§Advance adult single fare. Excludes booking fee. Prices seen by Trainline customers in the last 30 days. Availability limited.
† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

Europe’s leading train and coach app

We help customers across Europe make more than 172,000 smarter journeys every day.

Get a link