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Reading to Exeter Train Route Details

First train
First train
06:27
Last train
Last train
22:28
Departure city
Departure city
Reading
Arrival city
Arrival city
Exeter
Journey time
Journey time
1h 34m
Distance
Distance
122 miles
Price
Price
$24.08*
Train operators
Train operators
CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, South Western Railway

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20:28
2h 1m, Direct
Reading
22:29
Exeter St Davids
Great Western Railway
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21:29
2h 3m, Direct
Reading
23:32
Exeter St Davids
Great Western Railway
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22:28
2h 49m, 1 change
Reading
01:17
+1
Paris
Great Western Railway
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Ticket prices for Reading to Exeter typically cost around $24.08, 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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