What is the cheapest way to get from North Devon to Reading?

The cheapest way to get from North Devon to Reading is to train via Basingstoke which costs £30 - £65 and takes 4h 49m.

What is the fastest way to get from North Devon to Reading?

The fastest way to get from North Devon to Reading is to drive which takes 3h 10m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between North Devon and Reading?

No, there is no direct bus from North Devon station to Reading. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Reading RailAir via Heathrow Terminal 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 58m.

Is there a direct train between North Devon and Reading?

No, there is no direct train from North Devon to Reading. However, there are services departing from Barnstaple and arriving at Reading via Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 14m.

How far is it from North Devon to Reading?

The distance between North Devon and Reading is 177 miles. The road distance is 157.4 miles.

How do I travel from North Devon to Reading without a car?

The best way to get from North Devon to Reading without a car is to train which takes 3h 14m and costs £40 - £150.

How long does it take to get from North Devon to Reading?

It takes approximately 3h 14m to get from North Devon to Reading, including transfers.

Where do I catch the North Devon to Reading bus from?

North Devon to Reading bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the North Devon to Reading train from?

North Devon to Reading train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Barnstaple station.

Train or bus from North Devon to Reading?

The best way to get from North Devon to Reading is to train which takes 3h 14m and costs £40 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £60 - £100 and takes 5h 58m.

Where does the North Devon to Reading bus arrive?

North Devon to Reading bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the North Devon to Reading train arrive?

North Devon to Reading train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Exeter St Davids station.

Can I drive from North Devon to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between North Devon to Reading is 157 miles. It takes approximately 3h 10m to drive from North Devon to Reading.

How do I get a train ticket from North Devon to Reading?

Book your North Devon to Reading train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from North Devon to Reading?

Book your North Devon to Reading bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Reading?

There are 1426+ hotels available in Reading.

North Devon to Reading - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from North Devon to Reading 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 Barnstaple to Exeter St DavidsBarnstaple - Exeter Central / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to ReadingTotnes - London Paddington / ...
3h 14m
£44–149
Train via Basingstoke
cheapest
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St DavidsBarnstaple - Exeter Central / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to BasingstokeExeter St Davids - London Waterloo / ...
4h 49m
£35–61
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Heathrow Central Bus Station502
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 2 to Reading RailAirRa1
5h 58m
£61–100
Drive 156.5 mi
1. Drive from North Devon to Reading156.5 mi
3h 10m
£39–56

North Devon to Reading by train

117Weekly Trains

3h 14mAverage Duration

£44Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from North Devon to Reading.

Launch map view

Distance: 175.7 mi
Duration: 3h 14m

What companies run services between North Devon, England and Reading, England?

You can take a train from Barnstaple to Reading via Exeter St Davids in around 3h 14m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Reading RailAir via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Heathrow Terminal 2 in around 5h 58m.

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around United Kingdom

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.