Train from Reading to Exeter: Tickets & Timetables

Next train departures

Next departures from Reading to Exeter on 15 May
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Great Western RailwayTrain
Reading
Exeter St David'sCheapest
Great Western RailwayTrain
Reading
Exeter St David'sFastest
Great Western RailwayTrain
Reading
Exeter St David'sNo tags
Great Western RailwayTrain
Reading
Exeter St David'sNo tags
Great Western RailwayTrain
Reading
Exeter St David'sNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 17:10 BST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Reading to Exeter

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Exeter. The journey takes about 3 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just COP 67,829, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day
3h 45mAverage duration
194 kmDistance
5kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceCOP 67,829 - COP 133,991Average duration3h 45m
5kg CO₂e
Average priceCOP 200,541 - COP 1,015,951Average duration1h 46m
5kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Reading to Exeter by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

  1. How much does a train ticket cost from Reading to Exeter?

    The cheapest train tickets from Reading to Exeter start from COP 200,541. The average price for this train route is around COP 421,302. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Reading to Exeter?

    The average train journey time from Reading to Exeter is 1h 46m, covering a distance of 198 km. The fastest train gets you there in 1h 34m and is operated by Great Western Railway.

  3. Which train operators serve the Reading to Exeter route?

    Several major train operators run on this route with 9 trains available per day.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Reading to Exeter?

    The earliest train from Reading to Exeter departs at 07:02. And the latest train departs at 23:35.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
12/05
COP 276,000
13/05
COP 273,986
Today
COP 273,986
15/05
COP 275,148
16/05
COP 223,434
17/05
No data
18/05
COP 223,357
19/05
COP 223,938
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Reading to Exeter was searched and found on 18 May 2026 with a price of COP 223,357

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Reading to Exeter as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from COP 223,357 to COP 972,720 for a train ticket from Reading to Exeter based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at COP 223,357, which is on 2026-05-18.

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