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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 prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 28m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £6, and a train costs an average of £14.
Distance: 23 km
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£21 Average Price | £6 Average Price Cheapest |
58m Average total duration Fastest 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 3m Average total duration 1h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Didcot to Thatcham
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Didcot to Thatcham run on average 4 times per day, taking around 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £14 but you can travel from only £6 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:55, the last at 21:14. The fastest train covers the 23 km distance in 1h 1m.
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 £6
Distance 23 km |
Average train duration 28m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 1h 1m |
First train 04:55 |
Last train 21:14 |
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 £6
Train companies: Great Western Rail, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Didcot to Thatcham trainsGreat Western Rail, 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.
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
1h 1m
Cheapest Price
£14
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
Great Western Railway (GWR)
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
30m
Cheapest Price
£39
Great Western Railway (GWR) frequency
16 a day
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.
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.
Booking trains from Didcot to Thatcham in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train distance from Didcot to Thatcham is 23 km.
The cost of a train ticket from Didcot to Thatcham can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £14, while the average price tends to be around £21.
To get from Didcot to Thatcham, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
The train journey from Didcot to Thatcham covers a distance of 23 km and takes approximately 1h 1m. Trains run 4 per day.
The first train from Didcot to Thatcham leaves at 4:55.
The cheapest way to get from Didcot to Thatcham is by coach, costing approximately £6.
The train station in Didcot that goes to Thatcham is Didcot Parkway (DID), and it arrives at Thatcham station (THA).
The last train from Didcot to Thatcham departs at 21:14.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Didcot to Thatcham.
Trains from Didcot to Thatcham run approximately 4 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Didcot to Thatcham.
Yes, you can take the train from Didcot to Thatcham.
There is no night train service from Didcot to Thatcham.
The train journey from Didcot to Thatcham offers pleasant views of the English countryside, with stretches of green fields and small villages, making it a generally enjoyable and scenic trip.
Yes, a day trip from Didcot to Thatcham is feasible. The journey takes 1h 1m and the distance is 23 km. There are 4 trains per day.
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Important Stations and Airports in Didcot and Thatcham
Didcot
Thatcham
The major train station for departures in Didcot is Didcot Parkway. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Didcot Parkway for your trip from Didcot to Thatcham.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parkinginformation
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
WC
- 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.
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 Didcot.
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
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