Train from Exeter to Reading: Tickets & Timetables

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Exeter to Reading on 4 August
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationPrice and booking link
Great Western RailwayTrain
Exeter St David's
Reading
Great Western RailwayTrain
Exeter St David's
Reading
Great Western RailwayTrain
Exeter St David's
Reading
Great Western RailwayTrain
Exeter St David's
Reading
Great Western RailwayTrain
Exeter St David's
Reading

Compare 2 ways to travel from Exeter to Reading

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Reading. The journey takes about 1 hour 47 minutes and with fares starting at just SEK 446, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

10train per day
1h 47mAverage duration
123 milesDistance
5kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceSEK 180 - SEK 581Average duration3h 40m
5kg CO₂e
Average priceSEK 446 - SEK 2,540Average duration1h 47m
5kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Exeter to Reading by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

  1. How much does a train ticket cost from Exeter to Reading?

    The cheapest train tickets from Exeter to Reading start from SEK 446. The average price for this train route is around SEK 778. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Exeter to Reading?

    The average train journey time from Exeter to Reading is 1h 47m, covering a distance of 123 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1h 38m and is operated by Great Western Railway.

  3. Which train operators serve the Exeter to Reading route?

    Several major train operators run on this route with 10 trains available per day, including services from Great Western Railway, South Western Railway.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Exeter to Reading?

    The earliest train from Exeter to Reading departs at 07:00. And the latest train departs at 21:14.

  5. Which is the best train operator from Exeter to Reading?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is South Western Railway, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 25 reviews.

  6. Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Exeter to Reading?

    According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Great Western Railway has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.0.

  7. Which train operator has the most punctual service from Exeter to Reading?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Great Western Railway, with a punctuality rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

  8. Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Exeter to Reading?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Great Western Railway, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
02/08
SEK 734
03/08
SEK 423
Today
SEK 423
05/08
SEK 475
06/08
SEK 421
07/08
SEK 427
08/08
SEK 422
09/08
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Exeter to Reading was searched and found on 6 Aug 2026 with a price of SEK 421

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

You can expect to pay from SEK 421 to SEK 1,595 for a train ticket from Exeter to Reading based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at SEK 421, which is on 2026-08-06.

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