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Reading to Exeter train route details

First train
First train
06:25
Last train
Last train
21:25
Departure city
Departure city
Reading
Arrival city
Arrival city
Exeter
Journey time
Journey time
2h 2m
Distance
Distance
196 km
Price
Price
S$ 28.78*
Train Operators
Train Operators
CrossCountry, Great Western Railway

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06:25
3h 6m, 1 change
Reading
09:31
Exeter St Davids
Great Western Railway
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07:25
2h 20m, 1 change
Reading
09:45
Exeter St Davids
Great Western RailwayCrossCountry
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08:29
1h 41m, Direct
Reading
10:10
Exeter St Davids
Great Western Railway
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09:02
2h 5m, Direct
Reading
11:07
Exeter St Davids
Great Western Railway
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09:29
1h 42m, Direct
Reading
11:11
Exeter St Davids
Great Western Railway
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10:30
1h 42m, Direct
Reading
12:12
Paris
Great Western Railway
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Ticket prices for Reading to Exeter typically cost around S$ 28.78, 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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How to book cheap train tickets from Reading to Exeter

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Season tickets for frequent travellers

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Group travel deals

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