Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Exeter to Reading on 13 August
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location
Train	10:15	Exeter St David's	1h 44m	11:59	Reading
Train	15:15	Exeter St David's	1h 47m	17:02	Reading
Train	15:42	Exeter St David's	2h	17:42	Reading
Train	16:15	Exeter St David's	1h 42m	17:57	Reading
Train	17:15	Exeter St David's	1h 45m	19:00	Reading

Compare 2 ways to travel from Exeter to Reading

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Reading. The journey takes about 3 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just TRY 896, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

3h 40mAverage duration

193 kmDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceTRY 896 - TRY 3,121	Average duration3h 40m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceTRY 2,223 - TRY 10,509	Average duration1h 47m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Great Western Railway

3.9/545 reviews

Staff5.0

Timeliness4.8

Cleanliness4.8

Wi‑Fi4.1

South Western Railway

4.1/527 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.5

Wi‑Fi3.4

GB train companies: FlixTrain, RegioJet, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Northern, ScotRail, Transpennine Express

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.

How much does a train ticket cost from Exeter to Reading?
The cheapest train tickets from Exeter to Reading start from TRY 2,223. The average price for this train route is around TRY 3,883. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
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 198 km. The fastest train gets you there in 1h 38m and is operated by Great Western Railway.
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.
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.
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 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 27 reviews.
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 4.1.
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 4.8 out of 5 stars.
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 4.8 out of 5 stars.