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Exeter to Reading train route details

First train
First train
05:14
Last train
Last train
23:10
Departure city
Departure city
Exeter
Arrival city
Arrival city
Reading
Journey time
Journey time
1h 42m
Distance
Distance
196 km
Price
Price
CAD 47.67*
Train Operators
Train Operators
CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, South Western Railway

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22:43
7h 15m, 1 change
Exeter St Davids
05:58
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Reading
Great Western Railway
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23:10
8h 12m, 2 change
Exeter Central
07:22
+1
Paris
South Western Railway
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Fares from Exeter to Reading usually average around CAD 47.67, but you can often save more by choosing options like Off-Peak or Advance tickets. Take a look below to find the best deal for your journey!

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Season tickets for frequent travellers

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