1,000+ travel companies
1,000+ travel companies
Scan to get our free app
Use our app to get live travel updates and book mobile tickets for trains, buses, flights, and ferries.
App Store
4.942K ratings
Google Play
4.6136K reviews
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Basingstoke to Thatcham
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Basingstoke to Thatcham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 41m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, and a train costs an average of £40.
Distance: 20 km
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Coach |
|---|---|
£42 Average Price | £5 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 11m Average total duration Fastest 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 16m Average total duration 1h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Compare prices and tickets Basingstoke to Thatcham by train or coach
Compare train and coach prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
Mon
10 Nov
10 Nov
Tue
11 Nov
11 Nov
Wed
12 Nov
12 Nov
Thu
13 Nov
13 Nov
Fri
14 Nov
14 Nov
Sat
15 Nov
15 Nov
Sun
16 Nov
16 Nov
Journey information
Overview: Train from Basingstoke to Thatcham
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Basingstoke to Thatcham run on average 3 times per day, taking around 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £40 but you can travel from only £5 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:55, the last at 22:53. The fastest train covers the 20 km distance in 39m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £5
Distance 20 km |
Average train duration 41m |
Cheapest ticket price £40 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 39m |
First train 04:55 |
Last train 22:53 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £5
Train companies: Great Western Rail, Cross Country, first_great_western from Basingstoke to Thatcham trainsGreat Western Rail, Cross Country, first_great_western trains will get you between Basingstoke and Thatcham from £5. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Great Western Rail
About
Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
45m
Cheapest Price
£23
Great Western Rail frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
Cross Country
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
39m
Cheapest Price
£45
Cross Country frequency
4 a day
first_great_western
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
44m
Cheapest Price
£40
first_great_western frequency
12 a day
FAQs: Basingstoke to Thatcham train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Basingstoke 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.
The train distance from Basingstoke to Thatcham is 20 km.
To get from Basingstoke to Thatcham, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
The train journey from Basingstoke to Thatcham covers a distance of 20 km and takes approximately 39m. Trains run 3 per day.
The first train from Basingstoke to Thatcham leaves at 4:55.
The last train from Basingstoke to Thatcham departs at 22:53.
Trains from Basingstoke to Thatcham run approximately 3 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Basingstoke to Thatcham.
For a visit to Thatcham, spending 1 to 2 days should be sufficient to explore the local attractions such as the Nature Discovery Centre and the historic town centre.
There is no night train service from Basingstoke to Thatcham.
Booking trains from Basingstoke to Thatcham in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The cost of a train ticket from Basingstoke to Thatcham can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £40, while the average price tends to be around £42.
The cheapest way to get from Basingstoke to Thatcham is by coach, costing approximately £5.
The train station in Basingstoke that goes to Thatcham is Basingstoke station (BSK), and it arrives at Thatcham station (THA).
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Basingstoke to Thatcham.
Yes, you can take the train from Basingstoke to Thatcham.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Basingstoke and Thatcham
Basingstoke
Thatcham
The major train station for departures in Basingstoke is Basingstoke. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Basingstoke for your trip from Basingstoke to Thatcham.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 21:30 Saturday 06:00 - 21:30 Sunday 07:00 - 21:30
Parking
- Car Park: Premium
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step-free category B2 station. This station has step-free access to all platforms via lifts from the main entrance. The rear entrance has level access to Platforms 4 and 5 (and to other platforms via lifts) but is only open Monday-Friday 0600 until 1000 and from 1500 until 2345 (closed at weekends) - outside these times a stepped subway must be used. The alternative step-free route from the rear to the main entrance via the street is approximately 380m and includes missing dropped kerbs and sections of route without a pavement. Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on all the platforms. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1, Platforms 2/3 and Platform 4; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff upon request. A 'National Key Scheme' key [RADAR] can be purchased by contacting the following. Address: 12 City Forum, 250 City Road, London, EC1V 8AF. Tel: 020 7250 3222. Minicom: 020 7250 4119. Fax: 020 7250 0212. Email: [email protected]
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: All platforms
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Car park and platform 4
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Basingstoke
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station Forecourt, off Alencon Link
The major train station for arrivals in Thatcham is Thatcham. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Thatcham for your journey to Thatcham from Basingstoke.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 12:30 Saturday 06:50 - 13:20 Sunday Closed
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Thatcham
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: From outside the station building on Pipers Lane
Most popular train connections from Basingstoke
More options for your journey from Basingstoke to Thatcham
Here are some other resources that might have the information you need
Most popular trains to and from Thatcham and Basingstoke
Most popular train connections to Thatcham
The Omio App Makes Travel Planning Easy
We’ll get you where you want to go. From live train updates to mobile tickets, our innovative app is the ideal way to plan and keep track of your travel.
