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Compare train and coach for Didcot to Thatcham
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Didcot to Thatcham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £6 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 58m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £6, while a train costs an average of £38.
Distance: 23 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
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£38 Average Price | £6 Average Price Cheapest | £6 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
58m Average total duration Fastest 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 7m Average total duration 1h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 31m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Didcot to Thatcham:
A coach is £32 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Didcot to Thatcham costing on average £38.
Other travel options to Thatcham take longer:
Coach takes on average 1h 37m.
You'll arrive about 3m sooner (28m by train vs 31m by car). Tickets start at around £38 compared to roughly £6 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Compare prices and tickets Didcot to Thatcham by train or coach
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Why should you book Didcot to Thatcham trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Great Western Railway?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Great Western Railway, but also compare tickets for the likes of Great Western Railway (GWR) to find the best option for your trip from Didcot to Thatcham.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Didcot to Thatcham.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Didcot to Thatcham
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Trains from Didcot to Thatcham run on average 3 times per day, taking around 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £38 but you can travel from only £6 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:33, the last at 21:12. The fastest train covers the 23 km distance in 30m.
Distance 23 km |
Average train duration 28m |
Cheapest ticket price £38 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 30m |
First train 5:33 |
Last train 21:12 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Didcot to Thatcham trainsGreat Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Didcot and Thatcham from £6. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Didcot to Thatcham train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Didcot 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 Didcot and Thatcham
Most Didcot to Thatcham trains use the Didcot Parkway to Thatcham station pair. Use this guide to compare Didcot and Thatcham train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Didcot station do trains to Thatcham leave from?
Getting to Didcot Parkway from Didcot city centre
Didcot Parkway train station facilities and services
Didcot Parkway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Didcot Parkway.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Didcot Parkway. ATMs are available at Didcot Parkway.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Didcot Parkway.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Didcot Parkway: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Didcot Parkway: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Didcot Parkway: 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.
Which Thatcham station do trains from Didcot arrive at?
Getting to Thatcham from Thatcham city centre
Thatcham is 1 km from Thatcham city centre. Public transport options include:
Thatcham train station facilities and services
Thatcham has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Thatcham.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Thatcham.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Thatcham: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Thatcham: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Thatcham: 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.
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