Thatcham to London train with Great Western Rail

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Thatcham to London

Showing times and prices for 05 Nov

Cheapest price

£36

Average price

£39

Fastest journey

43 m

Average duration

53 m

Trains per day

5

Distance

79 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Thatcham to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Thatcham to London will cost around £39 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £36.

Fast trains

Of the 5 trains that leave Thatcham for London every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 79 km distance in an average of 53 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 43 m .

The slowest trains will take 1 h 19 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

Great Western Rail
08:310h54
Thatcham
09:25London
£361One-way
0 changes
Great Western Rail
11:020h43
Thatcham
11:45London
£371One-way
0 changes
Great Western Rail
06:150h46
Thatcham
07:01London
£401One-way
0 changes
Great Western Rail
04:540h43
Thatcham
05:37London
£401One-way
0 changes
Great Western Rail
04:331h19
Thatcham
05:52London
£401One-way
0 changes

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Compare train and coach for Thatcham to London

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Thatcham to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 16m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £10, and a train costs an average of £16.

Distance: 79 km

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Coach

£31

Average Price

£11

Average Price

Cheapest

1h 46m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 16m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 23m

Average total duration

1h 53m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.1 - 0.2kg

CO2 emissions

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Live departures

Thatcham to London train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 22:43
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
great_western04:33 Thatcham
1h19
05:52 London0 changesdirect
great_western04:54 Thatcham
0h43
05:37 London0 changesdirect
great_western06:15 Thatcham
0h46
07:01 London0 changesdirect
great_western08:31 Thatcham
0h54
09:25 London0 changesdirect
great_western11:02 Thatcham
0h43
11:45 London0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Thatcham to London

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Trains from Thatcham to London run on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £16 but you can travel from only £10 by coach.
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 £10
Distance
79 km
Average train duration
1h 16m
Cheapest ticket price
£16
Trains per day
3
Direct trains
2
Fastest train
43m
First train
00:08
Last train
23:54
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 £10

Train companies: Great Western Rail, South Western Railway, Tfl Rail, first_great_western from Thatcham to London trainsGreat Western Rail, South Western Railway, Tfl Rail, first_great_western trains will get you between Thatcham and London from £10. 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
43m
Cheapest Price
£16
Great Western Rail frequency
3 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.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 3m
Cheapest Price
£23
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

Tfl Rail

About
Tfl Rail is a railway service operated by Transport for London in the United Kingdom. It operates on the Great Western Main Line and the Heathrow branch of the London Underground. The service runs from Paddington in London to Reading, Maidenhead, Slough, and Heathrow Airport. It also serves the towns of Taplow, Burnham, Twyford, and Hayes & Harlington. All trains are air-conditioned and feature onboard Wi-Fi, power sockets, and digital information screens. Tfl Rail offers a range of ticket types, including single and return tickets, season tickets, and Oyster cards. Oyster cards are the most popular ticket type, allowing passengers to pay for their journey with a single card. The most popular routes for Tfl Rail are Paddington to Reading, Paddington to Maidenhead, and Paddington to Heathrow Airport. These routes offer frequent services and provide passengers with a convenient way to travel between London and the surrounding areas.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Tfl Rail frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
Standard luggage allowance included with ticket
Luggage storage
Dedicated luggage storage areas in carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refunds available through TfL website or customer service
Refund
Full refund available for service cancellations
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
No dedicated dining car. Passengers can bring their own food and drinks
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Step-free access at most stations, wheelchair spaces on trains, priority seating
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be leashed. Guide dogs welcome
Quiet zone

first_great_western

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
41m
Cheapest Price
£42
first_great_western frequency
25 a day

FAQs: Thatcham to London train

FAQs: Travel by train from Thatcham to London easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Thatcham to London.
FAQs
The train distance from Thatcham to London is 79 km.
Booking trains from Thatcham to London 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 Thatcham to London can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £16, while the average price tends to be around £31.
The train journey from Thatcham to London covers a distance of 79 km and takes approximately 43m. Trains run 3 per day.
The cheapest way to get from Thatcham to London is by coach, costing approximately £10.
The train station in Thatcham that goes to London is Thatcham station (THA), and it arrives at London Paddington (PAD).
The first train from Thatcham to London leaves at 0:08.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Thatcham to London.
Yes, you can take the train from Thatcham to London.
The last train from Thatcham to London departs at 23:54.
Yes, there is a direct train between Thatcham and London. The service operates 2 times per day, provided by Great Western Rail, first_great_western.
Trains from Thatcham to London run approximately 3 times per day.
To get from Thatcham to London, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Thatcham to London.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Thatcham and London

Thatcham
London
The major train station for departures in Thatcham is Thatcham. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Thatcham for your trip from Thatcham to London.
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 12:30 Saturday 06:50 - 13:20 Sunday Closed
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
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
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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