What is the cheapest way to get from Exeter to Reading (Station)?

The cheapest way to get from Exeter to Reading (Station) is to rideshare which costs £16 and takes 3h 12m.

What is the fastest way to get from Exeter to Reading (Station)?

The fastest way to get from Exeter to Reading (Station) is to train which takes 1h 43m and costs £35 - £140.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Exeter to Reading (Station). However, there are services departing from Bampfylde Street and arriving at Bridge Street via Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 12m.

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.

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.

How do I travel from Exeter to Reading (Station) without a car?

The best way to get from Exeter to Reading (Station) without a car is to train which takes 1h 43m and costs £35 - £140.

How long does it take to get from Exeter to Reading (Station)?

The train from Exeter St Davids to Reading takes 1h 43m including transfers and departs hourly.

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

Exeter to Reading (Station) bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bampfylde Street station.

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.

Train or bus from Exeter to Reading (Station)?

The best way to get from Exeter to Reading (Station) is to train which takes 1h 43m and costs £35 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £15 - £35 and takes 4h 12m.

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

Exeter to Reading (Station) bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride station.

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.

Can I drive from Exeter to Reading (Station)?

Yes, the driving distance between Exeter to Reading (Station) is 135 miles. It takes approximately 2h 39m to drive from Exeter to Reading (Station).

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

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Where can I stay near Reading (Station)?

There are 1400+ hotels available in Reading (Station).

Can I share a ride from Exeter to Reading (Station)?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Exeter and Reading (Station). A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Exeter to Reading (Station) - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and rideshare

There are 4 ways to get from Exeter to Reading (Station) by train, bus, rideshare, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to ReadingTotnes - London Paddington / ...
1h 43m
£35–140
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bampfylde Street to Mereoak Lane - Park & RideUk049 / ...
4h 12m
£15–35
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Exeter to Reading134.7 mi
3h 12m
£16
Drive 134.3 mi
1. Drive from Exeter to Reading (Station)134.3 mi
2h 39m
£34–49

Exeter to Reading (Station) by train

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Distance: 136.9 mi
Duration: 1h 43m

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

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. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Bampfylde Street to Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride hourly. Tickets cost £13–35 and the journey takes 3h 40m.

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