The cheapest and fastest trains from Theale to Thatcham
Cheapest price
£7
Average price
£8
Fastest journey
13 m
Average duration
15 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
13 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Theale to Thatcham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Theale to Thatcham will cost around £8 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £7.
Of the 2 trains that leave Theale for Thatcham every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 13 km distance in an average of 15 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 13 m .
The slowest trains will take 16 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.




Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Theale to Thatcham
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Theale to Thatcham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £3. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 9m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £3, and a train costs an average of £7.
Distance: 13 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£7 Average Price | £3 Average Price Cheapest |
39m Average total duration Fastest 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 47m Average total duration 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Theale to Thatcham train times
The table below shows live departures for Theale to Thatcham trains for tomorrow, Thursday 25 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 04:25 Theale | 0h13 | 04:38 Thatcham | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Theale to Thatcham
Trains from Theale to Thatcham run on average 3 times per day, taking around 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £7 but you can travel from only £3 by coach.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:33, the last at 23:42. The fastest train covers the 13 km distance in 11m.
Distance 13 km |
Average train duration 9m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 11m |
First train 05:33 |
Last train 23:42 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail, first_great_western from Theale to Thatcham trainsGreat Western Rail, first_great_western trains will get you between Theale and Thatcham from £3. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Theale to Thatcham train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Theale 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 Theale and Thatcham
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 13:00 Saturday 07:00 - 13:30 Sunday Closed
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Step Free Category C Station - This station does not have step free access to the platforms
- 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: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Adjacent ticket counter
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station car park
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 12:30 Saturday 06:50 - 13:20 Sunday Closed
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: From outside the station building on Pipers Lane
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