The cheapest and fastest trains from Banbury to Thatcham
Cheapest price
£70
Average price
£76
Fastest journey
1 h
Average duration
1 h 13 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
73 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Banbury to Thatcham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Banbury to Thatcham will cost around £76 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £70.
To travel from Banbury to Thatcham you need to make at least one change.










Live departures
Banbury to Thatcham train times
The table below shows live departures for Banbury to Thatcham trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 17 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 06:55 Banbury | 1h28 | 08:23 Thatcham | 1 change | |
![]() | 07:56 Banbury | 1h23 | 09:19 Thatcham | 1 change | |
![]() | 08:55 Banbury | 1h35 | 10:30 Thatcham | 1 change | |
![]() | 10:18 Banbury | 1h12 | 11:30 Thatcham | 1 change | |
![]() | 10:55 Banbury | 1h31 | 12:26 Thatcham | 1 change |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Banbury to Thatcham
Trains from Banbury to Thatcham run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £28 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:33, the last at 22:55. The fastest train covers the 73 km distance in 2h 4m.
Distance 73 km |
Average train duration 1h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price £28 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 4m |
First train 05:33 |
Last train 22:55 |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Cross Country, first_great_western from Banbury to Thatcham trainsCrossCountry, Cross Country, first_great_western trains will get you between Banbury and Thatcham from £28. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Banbury to Thatcham train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Banbury to Thatcham by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Thatcham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Banbury and Thatcham
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 20:15 Saturday 06:35 - 19:15 Sunday 08:10 - 17:40
- Type of shops available: Kiosk News agent
- Car Park: There are three car parks at Banbury Station: the Multi-Storey Car Park, the Main Car Park, and the Approach Road Car Park. Prices are the same at all three car parks.
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step Free Access Category A. Step free access to all platforms via lifts.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible taxis: If you would like us to assist you in booking an accessible taxi for your onward journey please contact 03456 005 165.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Friday 05:00 - 00:15 Saturday 05:00 - 00:15 Sunday 08:00 - 00:20
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: Accessible toilets on platforms 2
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Near station entrance next to taxi rank and on entry to the multi storey car park.
- Storage CCTV: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement buses depart from the front of the station.
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 12:30 Saturday 06:50 - 13:20 Sunday Closed
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access note: Step Free Category B1 Station Step free access available to both platforms, access between platforms via level crossing and a ramp
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available. Please request staff assistance.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: From outside the station building on Pipers Lane
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