Bus from Reading to Exeter: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Reading to Exeter on 24 April
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixbusBus
Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride
Exeter (Stover Court- Bampfylde Street)CheapestFastest
FlixbusBus
Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride
Exeter (Stover Court- Bampfylde Street)No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 12:54 PM BST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Reading to Exeter

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Exeter. The journey takes about 1 hour 46 minutes and with fares starting at just NZ$97, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

10train per day
1h 46mAverage duration
198 kmDistance
5kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceNZ$29 - NZ$119Average duration3h 45m
5kg CO₂e
Average priceNZ$97 - NZ$380Average duration1h 46m
5kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Reading to Exeter by bus

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

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Reading to Exeter?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Reading to Exeter start at NZ$29. The average price for this route is around NZ$39. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

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

    The average bus journey time from Reading to Exeter is 3h 45m, covering a distance of 194 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 3h 35m and is operated by FlixBus.

  3. Which bus companies service the Reading to Exeter route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Reading to Exeter?

    The earliest bus departs from Reading to Exeter at 01:30. And the latest bus departs at 09:25.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Reading to Exeter?

    A bus trip from Reading to Exeter produces an estimated 4.827225 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
21/04
NZ$32
22/04
NZ$30
Today
NZ$30
24/04
NZ$33
25/04
NZ$27
26/04
NZ$31
27/04
NZ$26
28/04
NZ$24
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Reading to Exeter was searched and found on 28 Apr 2026 with a price of NZ$24

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 NZ$24 to NZ$33 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 NZ$24, which is on 2026-04-28.

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