Exeter to Reading (Station) Trains

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Duration	1h 57m
Distance	135.1 miles
Average price	£85
Frequency	Hourly

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Exeter

Reading (Station)

The average train between Exeter and Reading (Station) takes 1h 57m and the fastest train takes 1h 37m. There is an hourly train service from Exeter to Reading (Station). The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

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Exeter St Davids
Reading (Station)

1h 43m

£35 - £140

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Exeter to Reading (Station) train times

Trains run hourly between Exeter and Reading (Station). The earliest departure is at 05:52 in the morning, and the last departure from Exeter is at 20:56 which arrives into Reading (Station) at 23:10. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 1h 57m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, November 20, 2025

Great Western Railway (GWR)

05:52 Exeter

2h 8m

08:00 Reading (Station)

Great Western Railway (GWR)

06:39 Exeter

2h 17m

08:56 Reading (Station)

Great Western Railway (GWR)

06:52 Exeter

1h 42m

08:34 Reading (Station)

Great Western Railway (GWR)

07:44 Exeter

2h 18m

10:02 Reading (Station)

Great Western Railway (GWR)

07:52 Exeter

1h 37m

09:29 Reading (Station)

Great Western Railway (GWR)

09:16 Exeter

1h 43m

10:59 Reading (Station)

Great Western Railway (GWR)

09:43 Exeter

1h 57m

11:40 Reading (Station)

Great Western Railway (GWR)

10:15 Exeter

1h 43m

11:59 Reading (Station)

Great Western Railway (GWR)

11:15 Exeter

1h 43m

12:58 Reading (Station)

Great Western Railway (GWR)

11:43 Exeter

2h 7m

13:50 Reading (Station)

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Exeter to Reading (Station)? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport?, What is the quickest option?, How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Is there a direct train between Exeter and Reading (Station)?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Exeter St Davids and arriving at Reading. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 43m.

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How far is it from Exeter to Reading (Station)?

The distance between Exeter and Reading (Station) is 138 miles. The road distance is 135.1 miles.

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Where do I catch the Exeter to Reading (Station) train from?

Exeter to Reading (Station) train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Exeter St Davids station.

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Where does the Exeter to Reading (Station) train arrive?

Exeter to Reading (Station) train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Reading station.

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How do I get a train ticket from Exeter to Reading (Station)?

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Where can I stay near Reading (Station)?

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What companies run services between Exeter and Reading (Station)?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Exeter St Davids to Reading hourly. Tickets cost £35 - £100 and the journey takes 1h 43m. South Western Railway also services this route once a week.

Train operators

Great Western Railway (GWR)

Ave. Duration

1h 43m

Frequency

Hourly

Estimated price

£35 - £100