Timetable
Train route
Cheap train tickets
  1. Trip.com
  2. Trains
  3. UK
  4. Route
  5. Exeter to Reading

Exeter to Reading train route details

First train
First train
05:14
Last train
Last train
21:14
Departure city
Departure city
Exeter
Arrival city
Arrival city
Reading
Journey time
Journey time
1h 38m
Distance
Distance
196 km
Price
Price
€ 15.66*
Train Operators
Train Operators
CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, South Western Railway

What are the next train times from Exeter to Reading?

Check all Exeter to Reading journeys scheduled for today, complete with key details such as train times, whether the service is direct, total travel time, and the train operator - everything you need to travel today
View More Trains
DepartsArrivesOperator
Find Tickets
05:14
3h 23m, 1 change
Exeter Central
08:37
Reading West
South Western RailwayGreat Western Railway
Find Tickets
05:52
2h 9m, Direct
Exeter St Davids
08:01
Reading
Great Western Railway
Find Tickets
06:39
2h 17m, Direct
Exeter St Davids
08:56
Reading
Great Western Railway
Find Tickets
06:52
1h 43m, Direct
Exeter St Davids
08:35
Reading
Great Western Railway
Find Tickets
07:44
2h 18m, Direct
Exeter St Davids
10:02
Reading
Great Western Railway
Find Tickets
07:52
1h 38m, Direct
Exeter St Davids
09:30
Paris
Great Western Railway
Find Tickets
Explore the cheapest prices to Reading from Exeter this week

Typical ticket prices between Exeter and Reading are around € 15.66, 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!

Find Cheapest Train
This train is sold out. View full timetable and prices.
Go
Wed22Apr
Find Cheapest Train
This train is sold out. View full timetable and prices.
Go
€ 15.66
Thu23Apr
Find Cheapest Train
This train is sold out. View full timetable and prices.
Go
€ 15.66
Fri24Apr
Find Cheapest Train
This train is sold out. View full timetable and prices.
Go
€ 15.66
Sat25Apr
Find Cheapest Train
This train is sold out. View full timetable and prices.
Go
€ 15.66
Sun26Apr
Find Cheapest Train
This train is sold out. View full timetable and prices.
Go
€ 15.66
Mon27Apr
Find Cheapest Train
This train is sold out. View full timetable and prices.
Go
€ 15.66
Tue28Apr
View More Trains
*Price changes due to the real-time price fluctuations, please refer to the latest price.

Where to stay near Reading

  • Sure Hotel by Best Western Reading
    Sure Hotel by Best Western Reading
    39 Christchurch Rd
    8.1/10
    76 review
  • Novotel Reading Centre
    Novotel Reading Centre
    25b Friar St
    8.9/10
    116 review
  • Hotel 1843 Reading
    Hotel 1843 Reading
    33 London St
    7.2/10
    103 review
  • Wee Waif by Greene King Inns
    Wee Waif by Greene King Inns
    Old Bath Road
    7.8/10
    85 review
  • Premier Inn Reading Central
    Premier Inn Reading Central
    Letcombe St
    8.5/10
    53 review
  • Ibis Reading Centre
    Ibis Reading Centre
    25A Friar St
    8.7/10
    133 review
  • Pentahotel Reading
    Pentahotel Reading
    Oxford Rd
    8.7/10
    120 review
  • Easyhotel Reading
    Easyhotel Reading
    132-138 Caversham Rd
    7.5/10
    133 review

How to book cheap train tickets from Exeter to Reading

<a href="https://uk.trip.com/trains/guide/uk-train-off-peak-times/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Travel during Off-Peak train times</a>

Travel during Off-Peak train times

To enjoy a calmer and often cheaper journey, we recommend choosing Off-Peak services and steering clear of the busy rush-hour periods. While timings differ slightly by operator, it's usually best to avoid travelling between 06:30 AM–09:30 AM and 4:00 PM–7:00 PM on weekdays. On weekends and bank holidays, Off-Peak fares apply all day.
<a href="https://uk.trip.com/trains/guide/travel-with-large-groups/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Group travel deals</a>

Group travel deals

If you are travelling in a group of 3 to 9 people, you can take advantage of group discounts (offered by most train companies) for up to 1/3 off standard fares. This can make travelling from Exeter to Reading more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.
<a href="https://uk.trip.com/trains/guide/what-is-a-split-save-train-ticket/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Split Tickets discount</a>

Split Tickets discount

It might seem unusual, but buying several cheaper tickets for different sections of your journey can result in substantial savings - and you won't need to move seats at all. Even better, Trip.com automatically finds and arranges these split tickets for you, so there's no complicated planning required.
<a href="/trains/uk/railcard-guide/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Using a Railcard for 1/3 off</a>

Using a Railcard for 1/3 off

Save money on your journeys by choosing from a variety of Railcards, most of which give you 1/3 off standard fares. Options include the 16-25, 26-30, Family & Friends, Two Together, Network and Senior Railcards, plus the 16-17 Saver which offers 50% off. You can buy and store them digitally in your Trip.com app, so big savings are always just a tap away.

Which train ticket types are available for this route?

Why book train tickets on Trip.com?

  • Split Tickets

    Best Price Promise

    If you find trains for a cheaper price elsewhere, let us know and we'll refund the difference*
  • Split Tickets

    Split Tickets

    Split your journey for cheaper train fares
  • Split Tickets

    National Rail Partners

    Official train ticket sellers with 5-star customer service
  • Split Tickets

    No Booking Fees on the App

    Only pay for your train travel – no hidden fees

Recommendations

  • Trains from Exeter

  • Trains to Reading

  • Popular Routes

  • Top Destinations

  • Popular stations

  • Live times

*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.