Bus from Exeter to Reading: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Exeter to Reading on April 19
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixbusBus
Exeter (Stover Court- Bampfylde Street)
Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & RideCheapestFastest
FlixbusBus
Exeter (Stover Court- Bampfylde Street)
Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & RideNo tags
FlixbusBus
Exeter (Stover Court- Bampfylde Street)
Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & RideNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 10:01 AM BST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Exeter to Reading

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Reading. The journey takes about 1 hour 47 minutes, and with fares starting at just $56, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9train per day
1h 47mAverage Duration
198 kmDistance
5kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$26 - $51Average Duration3h 40m
5kg CO₂e
Average Price$56 - $372Average Duration1h 47m
5kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Exeter to Reading by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Exeter to Reading?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Exeter to Reading start from $26. The average price for this route is around $32. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Exeter to Reading?

    The average bus travel time from Exeter to Reading is 3h 40m, covering a distance of 194 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 30m and is operated by FlixBus.

  3. Which bus companies service the Exeter to Reading route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Exeter to Reading?

    The earliest bus departs from Exeter to Reading at 1:10am. And the latest bus departs at 8:45pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Exeter to Reading?

    A bus trip from Exeter to Reading generates an estimated 4.827225 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
04-12
$35
04-13
$26
Today
$27
04-15
No data
04-16
$26
04-17
$26
04-18
$24
04-19
$27
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Exeter to Reading was searched and found on Apr 18, 2026 with a price of $24

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Exeter to Reading, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $24 to $35 for a bus ticket from Exeter to Reading based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $24 which is on 2026-04-18.

What's the cheapest way to go from Exeter to Reading?

busbud logoThe Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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