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Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Exeter to Reading from various bus operators like National Express or FlixBus for the next days.

today
$17
tomorrow
$20
Saturday
$20
Sunday
$30
Monday
$17
Tuesday
$16
Wednesday
$41

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 4h 55m 9:10 AM Exeter Bus Station 2:05 PM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy $17
FlixBus 3h 40m 4:55 PM Exeter Bus Station 8:35 PM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy $19
FlixBus 3h 30m 1:10 AM Exeter Bus Station 4:40 AM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy $20
National Express 9h 20m 3:55 AM Exeter Bus Station 1:15 PM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy $39
National Express 9h 15m 4:00 AM Exeter Honiton Road 1:15 PM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy $40

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 3h 30m 1:10 AM Exeter Bus Station 4:40 AM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy $20
FlixBus 3h 40m 4:55 PM Exeter Bus Station 8:35 PM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy $20
FlixBus 4h 55m 9:10 AM Exeter Bus Station 2:05 PM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy $24
National Express 9h 25m 3:55 AM Exeter Bus Station 1:20 PM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy $62
National Express 9h 20m 4:00 AM Exeter Honiton Road 1:20 PM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy $62

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 3h 30m 1:10 AM Exeter Bus Station 4:40 AM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy $20
FlixBus 3h 40m 4:55 PM Exeter Bus Station 8:35 PM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy $20
FlixBus 4h 55m 9:10 AM Exeter Bus Station 2:05 PM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy $22
National Express 7h 40m 9:10 AM Exeter Bus Station 4:50 PM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy $42
National Express 7h 30m 9:20 AM Exeter Honiton Road 4:50 PM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy $42

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 7h 40m 9:10 AM Exeter Bus Station 4:50 PM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy $30
National Express 7h 30m 9:20 AM Exeter Honiton Road 4:50 PM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy $34
National Express 8h 35m 4:40 AM Exeter Bus Station 1:15 PM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy $41
National Express 8h 30m 4:45 AM Exeter Honiton Road 1:15 PM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy $42
  • Did you know that if you travel from Exeter to Reading via Bristol, you can save more than $9? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      10h 50m
      0
      3:15 AM
      Exeter
      Bus Station
      5:40 AM
      Bristol
      Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      $8
      • Waiting Time 6h 50m
    • FlixBus
      1h 35m
      0
      12:30 PM
      Bristol
      Coach Station
      2:05 PM
      Reading
      Mereoak Park & Ride
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $13
    Travel time is 3h 20m longer, but you will save $9

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 4h 55m 9:10 AM Exeter Bus Station 2:05 PM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy $17
FlixBus 3h 30m 1:10 AM Exeter Bus Station 4:40 AM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy $20
FlixBus 3h 40m 4:55 PM Exeter Bus Station 8:35 PM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy $20
National Express 9h 20m 3:55 AM Exeter Bus Station 1:15 PM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy $41
National Express 7h 50m 9:10 AM Exeter Bus Station 5:00 PM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy $41

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 3h 30m 1:10 AM Exeter Bus Station 4:40 AM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy $16
FlixBus 3h 40m 4:55 PM Exeter Bus Station 8:35 PM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy $18
FlixBus 4h 55m 9:10 AM Exeter Bus Station 2:05 PM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy $19
National Express 9h 15m 4:00 AM Exeter Honiton Road 1:15 PM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy $39
National Express 9h 20m 3:55 AM Exeter Bus Station 1:15 PM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy $40

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 9h 20m 3:55 AM Exeter Bus Station 1:15 PM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy $41
National Express 9h 15m 4:00 AM Exeter Honiton Road 1:15 PM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy $41
  • Did you know that if you travel from Exeter to Reading via Bristol, you can save more than $22? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      4h 55m
      0
      9:10 AM
      Exeter
      Bus Station
      11:10 AM
      Bristol
      Coach Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $9
      • Waiting Time 1h 20m
    • FlixBus
      1h 35m
      0
      12:30 PM
      Bristol
      Coach Station
      2:05 PM
      Reading
      Mereoak Park & Ride
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $10
    Travel Time is 4h 20m shorter, and you will save $22

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Exeter to Reading is $16 on 6/9/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.


Frequency of bus connections between Exeter and Reading

See here how frequent the connections between Exeter and Reading are, during different times and days of the week.
Monday is the busiest day, with more than 7 daily buses from Exeter to Reading. Wednesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 2 daily coaches between Exeter and Reading.
The busiest time of the day is the Night, with 19 buses from Exeter to Reading, while Afternoon sees the fewest connections between Exeter and Reading, with 5 offers.

Facts about the bus from Exeter to Reading

Compare all providers like National Express and FlixBus that travel 5 times every day by bus from Exeter to Reading in one click! Book your bus ticket from Exeter to Reading starting from $16!

Cheapest Bus $16
Fastest Bus 3h 30m
Earliest Bus 1:10 AM
Latest Bus 4:00 AM
Daily Bus Routes 5 Ø
Distance 122.4 miles
Bus Companies National Express and FlixBus

Cheapest bus connections from Exeter to Reading

Every day, 5 buses from 2 bus companies leave Exeter for Reading: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 06/04/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 05/31
Monday 06/01
Tuesday 06/02
Wednesday 06/03
Thursday 06/04
$39
Friday 06/05
$20
Saturday 06/06
$20
Sunday 06/07
$34
Monday 06/08
$41
Tuesday 06/09
$16
Wednesday 06/10
$41
Thursday 06/11
$32
Friday 06/12
$39
Saturday 06/13
$39
Sunday 06/14
$39
Monday 06/15
Tuesday 06/16
$40
Wednesday 06/17
$40
Thursday 06/18
$17
Friday 06/19
$22
Saturday 06/20
$32
Sunday 06/21
$42
Monday 06/22
$20
Tuesday 06/23
$40
Wednesday 06/24
$39
Thursday 06/25
$39
Friday 06/26
$44
Saturday 06/27

The cheapest time to travel from Exeter to Reading

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Exeter to Reading, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $16, Tuesday is the cheapest day for a bus from Exeter to Reading. Wednesday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $39.
Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Exeter to Reading, with $16. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $18.

How to save money travelling from Exeter to Reading

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Exeter to Reading in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Exeter to Reading, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later buses from Exeter to Reading are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Exeter and Reading

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Exeter and Reading.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Exeter to Reading

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Exeter to Reading? Or which bus companies serve the route Exeter to Reading? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Exeter to Reading bus

How much does a Exeter Reading bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $16 and takes 3h 30m to reach Reading. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Exeter to Reading?

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $16 and $64. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Reading.

On average, how many connections are available from Exeter to Reading each day?

Every day, the Exeter to Reading bus route is served by approximately 5 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Exeter to Reading take?

The fastest bus from Exeter to Reading is offered by FlixBus and takes 3h 30m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $20. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Exeter to Reading?

The earliest bus arriving in Reading from Exeter starts at 1:10 AM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Exeter to Reading?

The latest bus trip departing from Exeter for Reading starts at 4:00 AM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Exeter Reading route?

When traveling by bus from Exeter to Reading, passengers can travel with National Express and FlixBus. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Exeter and Reading?

You can check all the direct connections between Exeter and Reading by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: National Express and FlixBus.

What can I take with me on the Exeter to Reading bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the Exeter Reading bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Exeter Reading bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Exeter to Reading on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Exeter to Reading?

CheckMyBus collaborates directly with companies around the world to provide you with the best options when searching for a trip. We retrieve their first-hand data to show you real-time prices, schedules, and seat availability for 5 daily trips between Exeter and Reading. With the most up-to-date information from verified sources, you can fairly compare all available options and choose the trip that suits you best.

How does CheckMyBus technology work for trips from Exeter to Reading?

Prices and availability for 5 trips between Exeter and Reading change constantly. To provide you with the most up-to-date information, we connect directly with bus operators, Online Travel Agencies (OTAs), and Global Distribution Systems (GDS) via real-time interfaces (APIs). The data collected from these sources undergoes strict quality checks, is processed within our infrastructure, and is then presented to you on our search results pages. Visit our About Us page to learn more.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Exeter to Reading

Economy
Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

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