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.

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Luggage & cancellation policy

Average Duration

36m

Cheapest Price

£25

Great Western Rail frequency

7 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

South Western Railway

About

South Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom, providing services in the south and south-west of England. It operates a variety of train types, including high-speed trains, local stopping services, and suburban commuter trains. It also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Off-Peak, and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for South Western Railway include London Waterloo to Portsmouth Harbour, London Waterloo to Weymouth, and London Waterloo to Bournemouth.

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Luggage & cancellation policy

Average Duration

1h 44m

Cheapest Price

£40

South Western Railway frequency

3 a day

Luggage included

2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price

Luggage storage

Overhead racks and designated luggage areas at end of carriages

Cancellation Policy

Refund depends on ticket type and timing of cancellation

Refund

Full refund if train is cancelled by operator

Amenities on board the train

Wifi

Food sold onboard

Cafe bar service with hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches

Seat reservation

Seat reservations available for a fee, free for some ticket types

Toilets

USB plugs

Accessibility

Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, assistance service available

Pets

Small pets travel free, dogs must be on lead

Quiet zone

CrossCountry

About

CrossCountry is a fast-speed train operator in the United Kingdom, offering both express and regional services across the country. Express services, such as the CrossCountry Voyager and XC Trains, provide quick and comfortable journeys with amenities like free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. Regional services, including the CrossCountry Regional and Regional Express, make more local stops for a leisurely trip. Ticket options include Standard Class and First Class, as well as Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak fares to suit different budgets and schedules. Popular routes include London to Birmingham, Manchester to Edinburgh, and Bristol to Reading.

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Luggage & cancellation policy

Average Duration

2h 30m

Cheapest Price

£40

CrossCountry frequency

2 a day

Luggage included

2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price

Luggage storage

Overhead racks and luggage storage areas at ends of carriages

Cancellation Policy

Refund policies vary by ticket type

Refund

Full refund provided for canceled services

Amenities on board the train

Wifi

Food sold onboard

Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes

Seat reservation

Seat reservations available for additional fee

Toilets

USB plugs

Accessibility

Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available

Pets

Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket

Quiet zone

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Luggage & cancellation policy

Average Duration

37m

Cheapest Price

£55

first_great_western frequency

51 a day

station information and facilities

Train stations in Didcot

Amenities at train station

Wifi

Shopping

Parking

Dining

ATM

Accessibility

Lounge

Lost and Found Office

Ticket Office

Bike Parking

information

Address

Didcot Parkway station, Station Road, Didcot, Oxfordshire, OX11 7NR

Phone Number

+44 3451652030

Ticket Office Hours

Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 19:40 Saturday 06:30 - 19:40 Sunday 08:00 - 19:40

Shopping

Type of shops available: Spar supermarket

Parking

Car Park: Station Car Park

Accessibility

Staff help available: Yes
Step free access coverage: Yes
Step free access note: Step free Category A station - This station has step free access to all platforms via lifts. Platform 1 can be accessed via ramp to the front of the station. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible
Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office.
Accessible toilets: Yes
Ramp for train access: Yes
Wheelchairs available: Yes
Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes

Toilets Location: The Ladies and Gentleman's toilets are located on Platform 2. The accessible toilet is located on Platform 3. National key toilets are operated by a RADAR key. The RADAR key is available from station staff upon request.
National key toilets: Yes
National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
Baby changing facilities: Yes
Baby changing facilities location: Platform 3

Lounge

Waiting rooms location: Platforms 1, 3 and 5

Bike Parking

Storage sheltered: Yes
Storage location: Outside station
Storage CCTV: Yes

Public transport options for Didcot Parkway

Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station forecourt.

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