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Reading to St James Park (Exeter) Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Reading to St James Park (Exeter), starting from €30.87 and averaging €30.87. The entire journey takes no more than 1h 52m. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
17:02 2h 17m, Changes required Reading	19:19 St James Park (Exeter)	Find Tickets
17:29 2h 24m, Changes required Reading	19:53 St James Park (Exeter)	Find Tickets
18:02 2h 19m, Changes required Reading	20:21 St James Park (Exeter)	Find Tickets
18:29 2h 20m, Changes required Reading	20:49 St James Park (Exeter)	Find Tickets
19:31 2h 20m, Changes required Reading	21:51 St James Park (Exeter)	Find Tickets
19:31 2h 27m, Changes required Reading	21:58 Paris	Find Tickets

Reading to St James Park (Exeter) Train Route Details

First train

00:49

Last train

21:29

Departure station

Reading

Arrival station

St James Park (Exeter)

Journey time

1h 52m

Distance

196 km

Price

€30.87*

Train operators

CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, South Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Reading to St James Park (Exeter)

Traveling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Reading to St James Park (Exeter) can result in significant cost savings.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travelers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're traveling from Reading to St James Park (Exeter), you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn't require leaving your seat.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making traveling from Reading to St James Park (Exeter) more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Reading to St James Park (Exeter) train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with their own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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Reading to St James Park (Exeter) Train prices and times

Reading to St James Park (Exeter) Train Route Details