What's the distance between Exeter and Reading by coach?

The journey from Exeter to Reading by coach covers an approximate distance of 122 miles (197 km).

What is the best way to go from Exeter to Reading without a car?

You can reach Reading from Exeter by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. Depending on your preferences, carpooling can also be considered as an option.

Bus Exeter to Reading from £11 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Exeter to Reading on 15 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	01:10	Exeter (Stover Court- Bampfylde Street)	3h 30m	04:40	Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride	CheapestFastest
	Bus	17:10	Exeter (Stover Court- Bampfylde Street)	3h 35m	20:45	Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride	No tags

Next departures from Exeter to Reading on 16 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	01:10	Exeter (Stover Court- Bampfylde Street)	3h 30m	04:40	Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride	CheapestFastest
	Bus	17:10	Exeter (Stover Court- Bampfylde Street)	3h 35m	20:45	Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride	No tags

Next departures from Exeter to Reading on 19 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	17:10	Exeter (Stover Court- Bampfylde Street)	3h 35m	20:45	Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride	Cheapest
	Bus	01:10	Exeter (Stover Court- Bampfylde Street)	3h 30m	04:40	Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride	Fastest

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Exeter to Reading

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Reading. The journey takes about 3 hours and with fares starting at just £15, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

3hAverage duration

122 milesDistance

8kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£14 - £44	Average duration3h 35m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£40 - £205	Average duration1h 45m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£15 - £15	Average duration3h	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,314 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Based on 11314 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi-Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at £14

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Where are the popular stops in Exeter and Reading?

Stops in Exeter

A - Honiton Rd, opp Park & Ride

B - Exeter (Bus & Coach Station)

C - Exeter, opp Honiton Road Park & Ride (outside The Barn Owl)

Stops in Reading

A - Mereoak P&R

B - Bath Road

C - Reading

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Exeter to Reading

What's the distance between Exeter and Reading by coach?
The journey from Exeter to Reading by coach covers an approximate distance of 122 miles (197 km).
What is the best way to go from Exeter to Reading without a car?
You can reach Reading from Exeter by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. Depending on your preferences, carpooling can also be considered as an option.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

12/11

£13

13/11

£39

Today

£26

15/11

£15

16/11

£27

17/11

£12

18/11

£12

19/11

£13

The cheapest trip from Exeter to Reading was searched and found on 17 Nov 2025 with a price of £12

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 £12 to £39 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 £12, which is on 2025-11-17.