Find coaches from Reading to Exeter

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Next departures from Reading to Exeter on 5 November
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Flixbus
    		Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride
    		Exeter (Stover Court- Bampfylde Street)Cheapest
    Flixbus
      		Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride
      		Exeter (Stover Court- Bampfylde Street)Fastest

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      Compare 3 ways to travel from Reading to Exeter

      We recommend carpooling

      Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Exeter. The journey takes about 2 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just £14, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

      1carpool per day
      2h 30mAverage duration
      122 milesDistance
      8kgCO₂ emissions
      Bus
      		Average price£14 - £38Average duration3h 40m
      5kg CO₂e
      Train
      		Average price£36 - £207Average duration1h 46m
      5kg CO₂e
      Carpool
      		Average price£14 - £15Average duration2h 30m
      8kg CO₂e

      Bus Reading to Exeter: Trip Overview

      Average ticket price£17
      Average bus trip duration3h 40m
      Number of daily buses2
      Earliest bus departure01:30
      Distance120 miles
      Latest bus departure15:30

      Reading to Exeter Bus

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      Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Exeter from Reading, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

      Frequently asked questions on the trip Reading - Exeter

      1. What's the distance between Reading and Exeter by coach?

        The distance between Reading and Exeter by coach is approximately 122 miles (197 km).

      2. What is the best way to go from Reading to Exeter without a car?

        You can travel to Exeter from Reading by coach, which provides a smooth ride and an affordable and convenient trip. Depending on your preferences, another alternative is to explore ridesharing trips.

      Find cheapest prices for buses

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

      Best price found
      02/11
      £32
      03/11
      £17
      Today
      £15
      05/11
      £14
      06/11
      £13
      07/11
      £16
      08/11
      £13
      09/11
      £18
      busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Reading to Exeter was searched and found on 8 Nov 2025 with a price of £13

      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 £13 to £53 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 £13, which is on 2025-11-08.

      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.

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