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Reading to Exeter Train Route Details

First train

06:27

Last train

22:28

Departure city

Reading

Arrival city

Exeter

Journey time

1h 34m

Distance

122 miles

Price

TRY 1,059.57*

Train operators

CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, South Western Railway

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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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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
06:27 2h 17m, Direct Reading	08:44 Exeter St Davids	Find Tickets
07:00 3h 40m, 1 change Reading West	10:40 Exeter Central	Find Tickets
07:27 2h, Direct Reading	09:27 Exeter St Davids	Find Tickets
08:28 3h 11m, 1 change Reading West	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 Paris	Find Tickets

Explore the cheapest prices to Exeter from Reading this week

Typical ticket prices between Reading and Exeter are around TRY 1,059.57, 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!

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Travel during Off-Peak train times

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Traveling with a group of 3 to 9 people? Most train companies offer group discounts, allowing you to save up to 1/3 on standard fares. This makes journeys from Reading to Exeter more budget-friendly for families, friends, or colleagues traveling together.

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