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

The cheapest way to get from Reading (Station) to Exeter (Station) is to rideshare which costs £16 and takes 3h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading (Station) to Exeter (Station) is to train which takes 2h 2m and costs £60 - £120.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Reading (Station) station to Exeter (Station). However, there are services departing from Station Road and arriving at Exeter via Reading. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 58m.

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

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Reading and arriving at Exeter St Davids. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 41m.

How far is it from Reading (Station) to Exeter (Station)?

The distance between Reading (Station) and Exeter (Station) is 139 miles. The road distance is 135.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading (Station) to Exeter (Station) without a car is to train which takes 2h 2m and costs £60 - £120.

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

The train from Reading to Exeter St Davids takes 1h 41m including transfers and departs hourly.

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

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

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

Reading (Station) to Exeter (Station) train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Basingstoke station.

Train or bus from Reading (Station) to Exeter (Station)?

The best way to get from Reading (Station) to Exeter (Station) is to train which takes 2h 2m and costs £60 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £19 - £35 and takes 4h 58m.

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

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

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

Reading (Station) to Exeter (Station) train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Exeter Central station.

Can I drive from Reading (Station) to Exeter (Station)?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading (Station) to Exeter (Station) is 135 miles. It takes approximately 2h 40m to drive from Reading (Station) to Exeter (Station).

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

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Where can I stay near Exeter (Station)?

There are 1546+ hotels available in Exeter (Station).

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

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Reading (Station) to Exeter (Station) by train, bus, rideshare, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Reading to Exeter St Davidstrain London Paddington - Plymouth / ...
2h 2m
£60–120
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Reading to Exeterrideshare 135.1 mi
3h 18m
£16
Bus
1. Take the bus from Reading to Exeterbus Ukn49 / ...
4h 58m
£20–32
Train via Basingstoke
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Exeter Centraltrain London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids / ...
3h 49m
£56–134
Drive 134.6 mi
1. Drive from Reading (Station) to Exeter (Station)car 134.6 mi
2h 40m
£33–48

Reading (Station) to Exeter (Station) by bus

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Distance: 138 mi
Duration: 2h 2m

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Reading to Exeter St Davids hourly. Tickets cost £60–120 and the journey takes 1h 41m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Reading to Exeter twice daily. Tickets cost £18–30 and the journey takes 3h 35m.

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