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Reading to Exeter Coach Timetable
Coach from Reading to Exeter: Journey Information
There are 8 intercity coaches per day from Reading to Exeter. Traveling by coach from Reading to Exeter usually takes around 7 hours and 22 minutes, but the fastest National Express coach can make the trip in 6 hours and 30 minutes.
| Distance | 122 mi (196 km) |
| Shortest duration | 6h 30m |
| Cheapest price | £62.52 |
| Most frequent service | National Express |
| Coach lines | 1 |
What coach companies travel from Reading to Exeter?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Reading to Exeter. National Express connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.
| Coach | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| National Express | 8 | 7h 23m | £68.70 |
Book National Express from Reading to Exeter from £63. There are 8 National Express schedules from Reading to Exeter and you can expect on average to pay for a National Express ticket to Exeter. In Reading, National Express departs to Exeter from Reading Station and no other station. In Exeter, National Express arrives at 2 Honiton Rd and 1 other station.
An average trip on National Express from Reading to Exeter takes 7 hours and 23 minutes , while the fastest available National Express trip will get you to Exeter in 6 hours and 30 minutes .
On weekends, National Express offers 10 trips per day and you could expect to pay for a weekend getaway to Exeter.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by coach from Reading to Exeter
The coach takes an average of 7 hours and 22 minutes to cover the 122 miles from Reading to Exeter. However, the fastest coach only takes 6 hours and 30 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual coach may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
"Because many passengers travel from Reading to Exeter at the beginning of the work week, Monday is usually the busiest day for coaches. If you are planning to travel on a Monday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Thursday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Thursday ticket is the way to go."
The first coach leaves at 05:00 and the last coach leaves at 17:00. To see the times for all coaches from Reading to Exeter, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 8 scheduled coaches that travel from Reading to Exeter every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so no matter which coach you take, you will have to transfer coaches at least once during your journey.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Reading to Exeter; ticket prices start at £34.30.
City Information
Reading
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Link to image attributionLocated only 20 minutes west of London, Reading is a large university and market town in the English county of Berkshire. Reading has an intriguing mix of the past and the present, with a vibrant student scene thriving among the city's medieval and Victorian architecture.
Reading sits on the River Thames, at the end-point of the Kennet and Avon Canal, so there are a number of pretty riverside walks to take in the scenery. Explore the gardens and meet the animals at Beadle Wildlife Park, a vast park crisscrossed with nature trails.
To discover the town's past, visit the Reading Museum, where you can take a trip through time from early Saxon settlements to the Industrial Revolution through 21st-century life.
Since Reading is home to a large university, you are always guaranteed exciting nightlife. Filled with many restaurants, pubs, bars, and clubs, Reading is the perfect place for a night on the town. Try The Nag's Head, The Lyndhurst, or The Purple Turtle to start your night right.
Because Reading is only a short way from London, getting to Reading is simple. Fly to one of London's large international airports for access from around the world. Reading Train Station is also one of Britain's main railway interchanges, making it easy to reach from all over the country by train. National Express coaches also operate through the city from many destinations around the United Kingdom.
Exeter
Located on the River Exe in the southwest of England, Exeter is one of England's most historically-varied towns. It's easy to forget what year it is while walking down the cobbled streets surrounded by Roman ruins, medieval architecture, and Georgian facades interspersed with modern glass buildings and contemporary bars.
One of the greatest examples of this town's historical architecture is Exeter Cathedral. The 12th-century building took around 300 years to complete, but every moment was worth it for the exterior's extremely detailed stonework. The Royal Albert Memorial Museum is another unmissable building, housing a wide range of attractions from antiquities to zoology.
Take a walk along Exeter's historic quayside for some of the most spectacular scenery in the city, as well as some of Exeter's best bars and restaurants. If you're looking for something to entertain the children, Crealy Great Adventure Park is the place to be. The park contains over 60 rides and an Animal Barn showcasing farm and exotic animals.
Exeter can be easily reached from London via the Great Western Railway, with trains leaving roughly every hour from the city. Trains arrive at Exeter St. David's station, only a short walk away from the city center. In addition, National Express and Megabus provide coach services to the town from various locations across the country.
Station Information
Where does the coach leave from in Reading?
Main departure station: Reading Station
Most coaches depart from the main station in Reading.
All coach stations in Reading:
Reading Station
Where does the coach arrive in Exeter?
Main arrival station: 2 Honiton Rd
These are the two stations where coaches may stop when they arrive in Exeter.
Coach stations in Exeter:
2 Honiton Rd
36 Sidwell St
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