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 £13 - £35 and takes 4h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Exeter to Reading services is to train which takes 2h 26m and costs £35 - £140.

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 Bampfylde Street and arriving at Amners Farm Road via Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride and St Marys Butts. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 47m.

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 26m and costs £35 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 2h 26m 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 Bampfylde Street 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 26m and costs £35 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £13 - £35 and takes 4h 47m.

Where does the Exeter to Reading services bus arrive?

Exeter to Reading services bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride 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 35m to drive from Exeter to Reading services.

Where can I stay near Reading services?

There are 1112+ 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 ReadingPenzance - London Paddington / ...
2h 26m
£39–140
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bampfylde Street to Mereoak Lane - Park & RideUk049 / ...
4h 47m
£14–34
Drive 134.5 mi
1. Drive from Exeter to Reading services134.5 mi
2h 35m
£34–49
Train via Exeter Central
1. Take the train from Exeter Central to ReadingExeter St Davids - Reading
4h 3m
£64–142

Exeter to Reading services by train, bus, and foot

165Weekly Services

2h 26mAverage Duration

£39Cheapest Price

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Distance: 142 mi
Duration: 2h 26m

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 £35–110 and the journey takes 1h 42m. 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 £11–35 and the journey takes 3h 40m.

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