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Exeter to Reading train route details
First train
08:30
Last train
21:14
Journey time
1h 38m
Distance
196 km
Price
€ 9.94*
What are the next train times from Exeter to Reading?
Explore all upcoming journeys from Exeter to Reading happening today, including departure and arrival times, whether it's a direct service, travel duration, and who will be providing your route - everything you need to know for catching the train today
| Departs | Arrives | Operator | Find Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
08:30 Exeter St Davids | 10:33 Reading |  | Find Tickets |
09:32 Exeter St Davids | 11:51 Reading | | Find Tickets |
10:15 Exeter St Davids | 12:18 Reading | | Find Tickets |
10:27 Exeter St Davids | 12:44 Reading |  | Find Tickets |
11:06 Exeter St Davids | 13:18 Reading | | Find Tickets |
11:27 Exeter St Davids | 13:44 Paris | | Find Tickets |
Explore the cheapest prices to Reading from Exeter this week
Typical ticket prices between Exeter and Reading are around € 9.94, though selecting Off-Peak or Advance fares can make your trip even more budget-friendly. Explore the options below to secure the price that suits you best!
*Price changes due to the real-time price fluctuations, please refer to the latest price.
How to book cheap train tickets from Exeter to Reading
Travel during Off-Peak train times
For a quieter, better-value trip, try to travel during Off-Peak hours rather than the busiest weekday periods. Although exact times can vary between train companies, the general rule is to avoid the 6:30 AM–09:30 AM and 4:00 PM–7:00 PM windows. At weekends and on bank holidays, Off-Peak pricing typically applies throughout the entire day.
Book in advance
Advance tickets, usually released up to 12 weeks before travel, can save you up to 61% on journeys from Exeter to Reading when booked at least 1 week in advance. Savings exclude Anytime fares, and are subject to route availability.
Season tickets for frequent travellers
If you travel between Exeter and Reading on a weekly, monthly, or annual basis, we'd highly recommend a season ticket, which provides unlimited travel between the 2 stations (during specific times) for a set price. Not only will you receive significant savings, but you'll also remove the stress of purchasing individual tickets.
Split Tickets discount
It may sound odd, but splitting your journey into smaller segments by purchasing separate, cheaper tickets can often lead to significant savings, all while you remain in the same seat for the entire trip. The best part? Trip.com handles these splits for you, meaning you don't have to do any painstaking planning.
Which train ticket types are available for this route?
Advance train tickets
Available up to 12 weeks before the journey, these are generally the most cost-effective option for cost-conscious travellers
Season tickets
With weekly, monthly, and annual versions, these tickets provide unlimited travel between two stations and typically reduce fares by about 1/3
Flexi Season tickets
Flexi Season tickets suit travellers who commute a few days a week, offering 8 days of unlimited travel in a 28-day period—which often works out cheaper than buying tickets on an individual daily basis
Return train tickets
Allows travel for both the outbound and return legs of your journey on the same route
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