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Reading to Exeter train route details

First train

06:27

Last train

22:28

Departure station

Reading

Arrival city

Exeter

Journey time

1h 34m

Distance

196 km

Price

SAR 132.22*

Train Operators

CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, South Western Railway

What are the next train times from Reading to Exeter?

Check all Reading to Exeter 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

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Departs	Arrives	Find Tickets
08:25 3h 14m, 1 change Reading	11:39 Exeter Central	Find Tickets
08:29 1h 39m, Direct Reading	10:08 Exeter St Davids	Find Tickets
09:29 1h 44m, Direct Reading	11:13 Exeter St Davids	Find Tickets
10:02 1h 52m, Direct Reading	11:54 Exeter St Davids	Find Tickets
10:29 1h 34m, Direct Reading	12:03 Exeter St Davids	Find Tickets
11:01 2h 6m, Direct Reading	13:07 Paris	Find Tickets

Explore the cheapest prices to Exeter from Reading this week

Ticket prices for Reading to Exeter typically cost around SAR 132.22, though we recommend exploring options such as Off-Peak and Advance tickets for even cheaper travel. Browse below to find your perfect price!

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Tue17Feb

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Wed18Feb

SAR 132.22

Thu19Feb

SAR 132.22

Fri20Feb

SAR 132.22

Sat21Feb

SAR 132.22

Sun22Feb

SAR 132.22

Mon23Feb

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*Price changes due to the real-time price fluctuations, please refer to the latest price.

How to book cheap train tickets from Reading to Exeter

Season tickets for frequent travellers

Regular commuters travelling between Reading and Exeter - whether weekly, monthly, or annually - can benefit greatly from season tickets. Season tickets allow unlimited travel between both stations within specific time periods, offering substantial savings and eliminating the need to purchase individual tickets for every trip.

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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.

Using a Railcard for 1/3 off

Explore a range of Railcards that typically offer 1/3 off most train tickets, including the 16-25, 26-30, Family & Friends, Two Together, Network and Senior Railcards, as well as the 16-17 Saver, which offers 50% off. They’re easy to purchase and store digitally in your Trip.com app, meaning you're only ever a tap away from great savings.

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