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Reading to Exeter train route details

First train
First train
09:02
Last train
Last train
11:13
Departure city
Departure city
Reading
Arrival city
Arrival city
Exeter
Journey time
Journey time
1h 42m
Distance
Distance
122 miles
Price
Price
€36.30*
Train Operators
Train Operators
CrossCountry, Great Western Railway

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15:55
2h 14m, 1 change
Reading
18:09
Exeter St Davids
CrossCountryGreat Western Railway
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16:29
1h 46m, Direct
Reading
18:15
Exeter St Davids
Great Western Railway
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16:54
5h 50m, 3 change
Reading
22:44
Exeter St Davids
Great Western RailwaySouth Western Railway
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16:55
2h 55m, 1 change
Reading
19:50
Exeter St Davids
CrossCountryGreat 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
Paris
Great Western Railway
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Typical ticket prices between Reading and Exeter are around €36.30, 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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Sat8Aug
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Sun9Aug
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Mon10Aug
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Tue11Aug
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Wed12Aug
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