Bus Tickets from Reading to Exeter

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TodayAug 11
TomorrowAug 12
from US$22
WedAug 13
from US$26
ThuAug 14
from US$21
FriAug 15
from US$23
SatAug 16
from US$21
SunAug 17
from US$30
MonAug 18
from US$22

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: August 12 at
    Departure city: Reading
    Departure location: Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride
    Arrival time: August 12 at
    Destination city: Exeter
    Destination location: Exeter (Stover Court- Bampfylde Street)
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: August 12 at
    Departure city: Reading
    Departure location: Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride
    Arrival time: August 12 at
    Destination city: Exeter
    Destination location: Exeter (Stover Court- Bampfylde Street)
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 12 at
    Departure city: Reading
    Departure location: Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride
    Arrival time: August 12 at
    Destination city: Exeter
    Destination location: Exeter (Stover Court- Bampfylde Street)
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from Reading to Exeter

Bus
Average PriceUS$15 - US$78Average Duration3h 40m
5kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Carpool
Average PriceUS$27 - US$27Average Duration2h 30m
8kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Reading to Exeter

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Exeter. The journey takes about 3 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$15, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day
3h 40mAverage Duration
US$15Cheapest ticket
5kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Reading to Exeter: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$22
Average Bus Trip Duration3h 40m
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure1:30am
Distance193 km
Latest bus departure8:50pm

Reading to Exeter Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Reading - Exeter

  1. What is the distance between Reading and Exeter?

    The distance covered from Reading to Exeter is 197 km (122 miles).

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Reading to Exeter?

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at Mereoak P&R, in Reading, and end it at Honiton Rd, opp Park & Ride, in Exeter.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
08-09
US$23
08-10
US$20
Today
US$20
08-12
US$18
08-13
US$22
08-14
US$18
08-15
US$19
08-16
US$18
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Reading to Exeter was searched and found on Aug 16, 2025 with a price of US$18

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Reading to Exeter, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$18 to US$35 for a bus ticket from Reading to Exeter based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$18 which is on 2025-08-16.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Reading to Exeter.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Reading to Exeter, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Reading to Exeter.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Reading to Exeter while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

What's the cheapest way to go from Reading to Exeter?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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