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Find the best prices from Exeter to Reading
Here are this week's cheapest tickets from Exeter to Reading, along with train details. Our users discover these prices, which are updated daily. Given the frequent price changes, please refer to the latest update.
*Price changes due to the real-time price fluctuations, please refer to the latest price.
Exeter to Reading train prices and times
Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Exeter to Reading, starting from £26.00 and averaging £26.00. The entire journey takes no more than 1h 36m. If you want to get more discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.
| Departs | Arrives | Operator | Find Tickets |
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12:15 Exeter St Davids | 14:03 Reading | ![]() | Find Tickets |
13:15 Exeter St Davids | 15:04 Reading | ![]() | Find Tickets |
13:42 Exeter St Davids | 15:40 Reading | ![]() | Find Tickets |
14:15 Exeter St Davids | 15:58 Reading | ![]() | Find Tickets |
14:43 Exeter St Davids | 16:41 Reading | ![]() | Find Tickets |
15:15 Exeter St Davids | 17:02 Paris | ![]() | Find Tickets |
Exeter to Reading train route details

First train
05:52

Last train
20:57

Journey time
1h 36m

Distance
122 miles

Price
£26.00*
How to book cheap train tickets from Exeter to Reading

Travelling in off-peak train times
Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Exeter to Reading can result in significant cost savings.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off
Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travellers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.

Split Tickets for greater savings
Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Exeter to Reading, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%
Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!

Group travels to save 1/3
If you are travelling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making travelling from Exeter to Reading more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.
Exeter to Reading train ticket types
Save money on your trip from Exeter to Reading with suitable train tickets. It's a great way to spend less!
Off-Peak tickets are cheaper and more flexible, allowing for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and are perfect for less conventional schedules.
Return train tickets
These are valid for both the outward and return journey from the same destination on your chosen route.

Advance train tickets
Generally the most cost-effective option, these tickets can be purchased up to 12 weeks in advance of the travel date.

Season train tickets
These allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you over 1/3 on train fares.
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*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.










