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What is the best way to travel from Watford to Exeter?

Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Buses and Trains to Exeter from Watford. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 3 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Bus is the cheapest and fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
3h 15m
£17
£26
39
Train
3h 33m
£32
£48
4

What is the cheapest way to reach Exeter from Watford?

You can reach Exeter with just £17 by taking a Bus from FlixBus, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.

Saturday
from £26
Sunday
from £26
Monday
from £21
Tuesday
from £24
Wednesday
from £25
Thursday
from £25
Friday
from £17

    Cheapest Buses Saturday

  • National Express
    3h 45m
    0
    23:15
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T2/3
    03:00
    Exeter
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £26
  • National Express
    3h 25m
    0
    17:55
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T2/3
    21:20
    Exeter
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £27
  • National Express
    3h 25m
    0
    19:35
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T2/3
    23:00
    Exeter
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £27
  • National Express
    3h 15m
    0
    17:55
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T2/3
    21:10
    Exeter
    Honiton Road
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £27
  • National Express
    3h 15m
    0
    19:35
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T2/3
    22:50
    Exeter
    Honiton Road
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £27

    Cheapest Buses Sunday

  • National Express
    4h 30m
    0
    23:40
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T2/3
    04:10
    Exeter
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £26
  • National Express
    3h 40m
    0
    09:30
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T2/3
    13:10
    Exeter
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £27
  • National Express
    3h 25m
    0
    19:35
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T2/3
    23:00
    Exeter
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £27
  • FlixBus
    6h 45m
    0
    14:25
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T5
    21:10
    Exeter
    Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £34
  • FlixBus
    6h 25m
    0
    14:45
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T2/3
    21:10
    Exeter
    Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £34

    Cheapest Buses Monday

  • National Express
    3h 35m
    0
    16:15
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T2/3
    19:50
    Exeter
    Honiton Road
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £21
  • National Express
    3h 25m
    0
    19:35
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T2/3
    23:00
    Exeter
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £21
  • National Express
    3h 35m
    0
    23:15
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T2/3
    02:50
    Exeter
    Honiton Road
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £22
  • National Express
    3h 30m
    0
    20:50
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T2/3
    00:20
    Exeter
    Honiton Road
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £23
  • National Express
    4h 30m
    0
    18:30
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T5
    23:00
    Exeter
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £24

    Cheapest Buses Tuesday

  • National Express
    4h 30m
    0
    18:30
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T5
    23:00
    Exeter
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £24
  • National Express
    3h 15m
    0
    19:35
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T2/3
    22:50
    Exeter
    Honiton Road
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £25
  • National Express
    3h 25m
    0
    19:35
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T2/3
    23:00
    Exeter
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £25
  • National Express
    3h 30m
    0
    09:30
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T2/3
    13:00
    Exeter
    Honiton Road
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £27
  • National Express
    3h 50m
    0
    12:50
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T2/3
    16:40
    Exeter
    Honiton Road
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £27
  • Cheapest Trains Tuesday

  • West Midlands Trains
    4h 29m
    0
    04:15
    Watford
    Junction Station
    08:44
    Exeter
    St Davids Station
    0
    West Midlands Trains
    Economy
    from £33
  • Southern
    3h 33m
    0
    05:54
    Watford
    Junction Station
    09:27
    Exeter
    St Davids Station
    0
    Southern
    Economy
    from £33
  • Southern
    3h 41m
    0
    05:54
    Watford
    Junction Station
    09:35
    Exeter
    St Thomas Station
    0
    Southern
    Economy
    from £33
  • London Overground
    3h 47m
    0
    05:48
    Watford
    High Street Station
    09:35
    Exeter
    St Thomas Station
    0
    London Overground
    Economy
    from £33

    Cheapest Buses Wednesday

  • National Express
    3h 35m
    0
    16:15
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T2/3
    19:50
    Exeter
    Honiton Road
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £25
  • National Express
    3h 15m
    0
    19:35
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T2/3
    22:50
    Exeter
    Honiton Road
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £25
  • National Express
    3h 45m
    0
    16:15
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T2/3
    20:00
    Exeter
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £25
  • National Express
    3h 25m
    0
    19:35
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T2/3
    23:00
    Exeter
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £25
  • National Express
    3h 50m
    0
    12:50
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T2/3
    16:40
    Exeter
    Honiton Road
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £27

    Cheapest Buses Thursday

  • National Express
    3h 15m
    0
    19:35
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T2/3
    22:50
    Exeter
    Honiton Road
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £25
  • National Express
    3h 25m
    0
    19:35
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T2/3
    23:00
    Exeter
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £25
  • National Express
    3h 30m
    0
    09:30
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T2/3
    13:00
    Exeter
    Honiton Road
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £27
  • National Express
    3h 50m
    0
    12:50
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T2/3
    16:40
    Exeter
    Honiton Road
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £27
  • National Express
    3h 35m
    0
    16:15
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T2/3
    19:50
    Exeter
    Honiton Road
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £27
  • Cheapest Trains Thursday

  • West Midlands Trains
    4h 29m
    0
    04:15
    Watford
    Junction Station
    08:44
    Exeter
    St Davids Station
    0
    West Midlands Trains
    Economy
    from £32
  • Southern
    3h 33m
    0
    05:54
    Watford
    Junction Station
    09:27
    Exeter
    St Davids Station
    0
    Southern
    Economy
    from £36
  • Southern
    3h 41m
    0
    05:54
    Watford
    Junction Station
    09:35
    Exeter
    St Thomas Station
    0
    Southern
    Economy
    from £36
  • London Overground
    3h 47m
    0
    05:48
    Watford
    High Street Station
    09:35
    Exeter
    St Thomas Station
    0
    London Overground
    Economy
    from £36

    Cheapest Buses Friday

  • FlixBus
    6h 45m
    0
    14:25
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T5
    21:10
    Exeter
    Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £17
  • FlixBus
    6h 25m
    0
    14:45
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T2/3
    21:10
    Exeter
    Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £17
  • National Express
    4h 20m
    0
    13:05
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T2/3
    17:25
    Exeter
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £27
  • National Express
    3h 45m
    0
    16:15
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T2/3
    20:00
    Exeter
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £27
  • National Express
    3h 25m
    0
    19:35
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T2/3
    23:00
    Exeter
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £27
  • Cheapest Trains Friday

  • Southern
    3h 41m
    0
    05:54
    Watford
    Junction Station
    09:35
    Exeter
    St Thomas Station
    0
    Southern
    Economy
    from £77
  • London Overground
    4h 3m
    0
    06:30
    Watford
    Junction Station
    10:33
    Exeter
    St Thomas Station
    0
    London Overground
    Economy
    from £133

What are the fastest trips from Watford to Exeter?

You can get to Exeter from Watford in just 3h 15m with a Bus from National Express. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.

Saturday
from 3h 15m
Sunday
from 3h 25m
Monday
from 3h 25m
Tuesday
from 3h 15m
Wednesday
from 3h 15m
Thursday
from 3h 15m
Friday
from 3h 25m

    Fastest Buses Saturday

  • National Express
    3h 15m
    0
    17:55
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T2/3
    21:10
    Exeter
    Honiton Road
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £27
  • National Express
    3h 15m
    0
    19:35
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T2/3
    22:50
    Exeter
    Honiton Road
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £27
  • National Express
    3h 25m
    0
    17:55
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T2/3
    21:20
    Exeter
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £27
  • National Express
    3h 25m
    0
    19:35
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T2/3
    23:00
    Exeter
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £27
  • National Express
    3h 45m
    0
    23:15
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T2/3
    03:00
    Exeter
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £26

    Fastest Buses Sunday

  • National Express
    3h 25m
    0
    19:35
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T2/3
    23:00
    Exeter
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £27
  • National Express
    3h 40m
    0
    09:30
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T2/3
    13:10
    Exeter
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £27
  • National Express
    4h 30m
    0
    23:40
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T2/3
    04:10
    Exeter
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £26
  • FlixBus
    6h 25m
    0
    14:45
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T2/3
    21:10
    Exeter
    Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £34
  • FlixBus
    6h 45m
    0
    14:25
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T5
    21:10
    Exeter
    Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £34

    Fastest Buses Monday

  • National Express
    3h 25m
    0
    19:35
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T2/3
    23:00
    Exeter
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £21
  • National Express
    3h 30m
    0
    20:50
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T2/3
    00:20
    Exeter
    Honiton Road
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £23
  • National Express
    3h 35m
    0
    16:15
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T2/3
    19:50
    Exeter
    Honiton Road
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £21
  • National Express
    3h 35m
    0
    23:15
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T2/3
    02:50
    Exeter
    Honiton Road
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £22
  • National Express
    4h 30m
    0
    18:30
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T5
    23:00
    Exeter
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £24

    Fastest Buses Tuesday

  • National Express
    3h 15m
    0
    19:35
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T2/3
    22:50
    Exeter
    Honiton Road
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £25
  • National Express
    3h 25m
    0
    19:35
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T2/3
    23:00
    Exeter
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £25
  • National Express
    3h 30m
    0
    09:30
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T2/3
    13:00
    Exeter
    Honiton Road
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £27
  • National Express
    3h 50m
    0
    12:50
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T2/3
    16:40
    Exeter
    Honiton Road
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £27
  • National Express
    4h 30m
    0
    18:30
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T5
    23:00
    Exeter
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £24
  • Fastest Trains Tuesday

  • Southern
    3h 33m
    0
    05:54
    Watford
    Junction Station
    09:27
    Exeter
    St Davids Station
    0
    Southern
    Economy
    from £33
  • Southern
    3h 41m
    0
    05:54
    Watford
    Junction Station
    09:35
    Exeter
    St Thomas Station
    0
    Southern
    Economy
    from £33
  • London Overground
    3h 47m
    0
    05:48
    Watford
    High Street Station
    09:35
    Exeter
    St Thomas Station
    0
    London Overground
    Economy
    from £33
  • West Midlands Trains
    4h 29m
    0
    04:15
    Watford
    Junction Station
    08:44
    Exeter
    St Davids Station
    0
    West Midlands Trains
    Economy
    from £33

    Fastest Buses Wednesday

  • National Express
    3h 15m
    0
    19:35
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T2/3
    22:50
    Exeter
    Honiton Road
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £25
  • National Express
    3h 25m
    0
    19:35
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T2/3
    23:00
    Exeter
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £25
  • National Express
    3h 35m
    0
    16:15
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T2/3
    19:50
    Exeter
    Honiton Road
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £25
  • National Express
    3h 45m
    0
    16:15
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T2/3
    20:00
    Exeter
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £25
  • National Express
    3h 50m
    0
    12:50
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T2/3
    16:40
    Exeter
    Honiton Road
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £27

    Fastest Buses Thursday

  • National Express
    3h 15m
    0
    19:35
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T2/3
    22:50
    Exeter
    Honiton Road
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £25
  • National Express
    3h 25m
    0
    19:35
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T2/3
    23:00
    Exeter
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £25
  • National Express
    3h 30m
    0
    09:30
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T2/3
    13:00
    Exeter
    Honiton Road
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £27
  • National Express
    3h 35m
    0
    16:15
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T2/3
    19:50
    Exeter
    Honiton Road
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £27
  • National Express
    3h 50m
    0
    12:50
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T2/3
    16:40
    Exeter
    Honiton Road
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £27
  • Fastest Trains Thursday

  • Southern
    3h 33m
    0
    05:54
    Watford
    Junction Station
    09:27
    Exeter
    St Davids Station
    0
    Southern
    Economy
    from £36
  • Southern
    3h 41m
    0
    05:54
    Watford
    Junction Station
    09:35
    Exeter
    St Thomas Station
    0
    Southern
    Economy
    from £36
  • London Overground
    3h 47m
    0
    05:48
    Watford
    High Street Station
    09:35
    Exeter
    St Thomas Station
    0
    London Overground
    Economy
    from £36
  • West Midlands Trains
    4h 29m
    0
    04:15
    Watford
    Junction Station
    08:44
    Exeter
    St Davids Station
    0
    West Midlands Trains
    Economy
    from £32

    Fastest Buses Friday

  • National Express
    3h 25m
    0
    19:35
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T2/3
    23:00
    Exeter
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £27
  • National Express
    3h 45m
    0
    16:15
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T2/3
    20:00
    Exeter
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £27
  • National Express
    4h 20m
    0
    13:05
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T2/3
    17:25
    Exeter
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £27
  • FlixBus
    6h 25m
    0
    14:45
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T2/3
    21:10
    Exeter
    Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £17
  • FlixBus
    6h 45m
    0
    14:25
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T5
    21:10
    Exeter
    Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £17
  • Fastest Trains Friday

  • Southern
    3h 41m
    0
    05:54
    Watford
    Junction Station
    09:35
    Exeter
    St Thomas Station
    0
    Southern
    Economy
    from £77
  • London Overground
    4h 3m
    0
    06:30
    Watford
    Junction Station
    10:33
    Exeter
    St Thomas Station
    0
    London Overground
    Economy
    from £133
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Watford to Exeter

What are the most popular stations in Watford and Exeter?

In Watford, you will usually depart from Bushey Station, Gap or Carpenders Park Station, while in Exeter you will be arriving at St Thomas Station, St Davids Station or Central Station, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Exeter from Watford? With 6 connections between 3 Bus and Train operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Watford and Exeter, you can pay as low as £17 with a Bus from FlixBus.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Bus from National Express: you will get to Exeter in just 3h 15m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Watford and Exeter are National Express, Southern and FlixBus, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

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One last tip? Even if you live in Watford and Exeter is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Bushey or to Topsham, and look at flights from Farnborough Airport, and landing at Exeter Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from Watford to Exeter?

The most popular companies between Watford and Exeter, are National Express, Southern and FlixBus. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: National Express and FlixBus

Train companies: Southern, London Overground and West Midlands Trains

All you need to know when you travel from Watford to Exeter

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Watford to Exeter. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Watford to Exeter

How can I reach Exeter from Watford?

Every day, there are on average 6 connections between Bus and Train, with which you can get to Exeter from Watford.

How far is Exeter from Watford?

The distance between Watford and Exeter is 242.5 km.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Watford and Exeter?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 7 kgs of CO2, a train 8 kgs, a car 41 kgs, and a flight 60 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Watford to Exeter?

You can get to Exeter with just £17 by taking a Bus from FlixBus.

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

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Exeter in just 3h 15m with a Bus from National Express.

More routes to Watford and to Exeter

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Watford and to Exeter. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!

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