What is the cheapest way to get from Exeter to Reading services?

The cheapest way to get from Exeter to Reading services is to bus which costs £16 - £27 and takes 4h 56m.

What is the fastest way to get from Exeter to Reading services?

The fastest way to get from Exeter to Reading services is to drive which takes 2h 36m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Exeter and Reading services?

No, there is no direct bus from Exeter to Reading services. However, there are services departing from Exeter and arriving at Amners Farm Road via Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride and St Marys Butts. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 56m.

How far is it from Exeter to Reading services?

The distance between Exeter and Reading services is 143 miles. The road distance is 135.3 miles.

How do I travel from Exeter to Reading services without a car?

The best way to get from Exeter to Reading services without a car is to train which takes 2h 40m and costs £55 - £130.

How long does it take to get from Exeter to Reading services?

It takes approximately 2h 40m to get from Exeter to Reading services, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Exeter to Reading services bus from?

Exeter to Reading services bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Exeter station.

Train or bus from Exeter to Reading services?

The best way to get from Exeter to Reading services is to train which takes 2h 40m and costs £55 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £16 - £27 and takes 4h 56m.

Where does the Exeter to Reading services bus arrive?

Exeter to Reading services bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Reading station.

Can I drive from Exeter to Reading services?

Yes, the driving distance between Exeter to Reading services is 135 miles. It takes approximately 2h 36m to drive from Exeter to Reading services.

Where can I stay near Reading services?

There are 931+ hotels available in Reading services.

Exeter to Reading services - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Exeter to Reading services by train, bus, 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 Readingtrain Penzance - London Paddington / ...
2h 40m
£58–126
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Exeter to Readingbus Ukn49 / ...
4h 56m
£16–27
Drive 134.5 mi
1. Drive from Exeter to Reading servicescar 134.5 mi
2h 36m
£34–49
Train via Exeter Central
1. Take the train from Exeter Central to Readingtrain Exeter St Davids - Reading
4h 19m
£59–128

Exeter to Reading services by train, bus, and foot

181Weekly Services

2h 40mAverage Duration

£58Cheapest Price

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Distance: 142.2 mi
Duration: 2h 40m

What companies run services between Exeter, England and Reading services, England?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Exeter St Davids to Reading hourly. Tickets cost £60–120 and the journey takes 1h 43m. South Western Railway also services this route once a week. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Exeter to Reading twice daily. Tickets cost £14–25 and the journey takes 3h 30m.

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