4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from London to Thatcham
Cheapest price on 15 Sept
£9
Average ticket price on 15 Sept
£9
Fastest journey on 15 Sept
1 h 20 m
Average journey duration on 15 Sept
1 h 22 m
Buses on 15 Sept
3
Distance
79 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from London to Thatcham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Thatcham will cost around £9 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £9.
On Tue 15 Sept, we found 3 buses from London to Thatcham, including 3 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 79 km distance in an average of 1 h 22 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 20 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 h 26 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
8:001h20London9:20Thatcham£91One-way0 changes- 19:001h20London20:20Thatcham£91One-way0 changes
- 23:591h26London1:25Thatcham£91One-way0 changes
- 8:001h20London9:20Thatcham£91One-way0 changes
- 19:001h20London20:20Thatcham£91One-way0 changes
- 23:591h26London1:25Thatcham£91One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for London to Thatcham
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Thatcham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £19 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 15m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £19, while a train costs an average of £24.
Distance: 79 km
Compare bus with
| Coach | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£19 Average Price Cheapest | £24 Average Price | £28 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 52m Average total duration 1h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 15m Average total duration Fastest 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 29m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from London to Thatcham:
A coach is £5 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London to Thatcham costing on average £24.
Other travel options to Thatcham take longer:
Coach takes on average 1h 22m.
You'll arrive about 7m sooner (1h 22m by bus vs 1h 29m by car) and save roughly £9 compared to fuel and tolls (£19 vs £28). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
Live departures
London to Thatcham bus times
The table below shows live departures for London to Thatcham coaches for today, Monday 14 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18:00 London | 1h20 | 19:20 Thatcham | 0 changesdirect | |
| Tuesday 15 September | |||||
| 8:00 London | 1h20 | 9:20 Thatcham | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from London to Thatcham
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from London to Thatcham run on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 22m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £10 if you book in advance.
There are 3 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 04:45, the last at 23:54. The fastest coach covers the 79 km distance in 1h 20m.
Distance 79 km |
Average bus duration 1h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price £10 |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 1h 20m |
First bus 4:45 |
Last bus 23:54 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 1 day |
Bus providers: FlixBus from London to ThatchamYou can travel by bus between London to Thatcham with FlixBus for as low as £10. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: London to Thatcham coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Thatcham by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Thatcham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
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- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
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- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
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- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
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- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in London and Thatcham
Most London to Thatcham buses use the London, Victoria Coach Station to Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride station pair. Use this guide to compare London and Thatcham bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which London station do buses to Thatcham leave from?
Getting to London, Victoria Coach Station from London city centre
London, Victoria Coach Station is 2 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London, Victoria Coach Station bus station facilities and services
London, Victoria Coach Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Pret a Manger (in the station), Starbucks (in the station).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and inside the station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at London, Victoria Coach Station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London, Victoria Coach Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London, Victoria Coach Station: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station from London city centre
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