The cheapest and fastest trains from London to Thatcham
Cheapest price
£16
Average price
£31
Fastest journey
52 m
Average duration
1 h
Trains per day
3
Distance
79 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London to Thatcham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Thatcham will cost around £31 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £16.
Of the 3 trains that leave London for Thatcham every day 3 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 1 h but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 52 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 11 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 train and coach for London to Thatcham
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Thatcham 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 44m. 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 £13.
Distance: 79 km
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£35 Average Price | £12 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 14m Average total duration Fastest 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 55m Average total duration 1h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
London to Thatcham train times
The table below shows live departures for London to Thatcham trains for today, Sunday 14 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
P29857 · L17105 | On time 09:00 London Paddington (PAD) | 1h03 | 10:03 Thatcham station (THA) | 1 change | |
L16865 · L17107 | On time 09:50 London Paddington (PAD) | 1h11 | 11:01 Thatcham station (THA) | 1 change | |
L16871 · L17109 | On time 10:50 London Paddington (PAD) | 1h09 | 11:59 Thatcham station (THA) | 1 change | |
L16866 · L17112 | On time 11:50 London Paddington (PAD) | 1h11 | 13:01 Thatcham station (THA) | 1 change | |
L16867 · L17113 | On time 12:50 London Paddington (PAD) | 1h08 | 13:58 Thatcham station (THA) | 1 change | |
L16872 · L17116 | On time 13:50 London Paddington (PAD) | 1h10 | 15:00 Thatcham station (THA) | 1 change | |
| Monday 15 December | |||||
![]() | 04:23 London | 1h11 | 05:34 Thatcham | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 08:34 London | 0h57 | 09:31 Thatcham | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London to Thatcham
Trains from London to Thatcham run on average 5 times per day, taking around 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £13 but you can travel from only £10 by coach.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 79 km distance in 41m.
Distance 79 km |
Average train duration 44m |
Cheapest ticket price £13 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 41m |
First train 00:05 |
Last train 23:54 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail, first_great_western from London to Thatcham trainsGreat Western Rail, first_great_western trains will get you between London and Thatcham from £10. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: London to Thatcham train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London 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 London and Thatcham
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:40 - 10:40 Saturday 08:00 - 15:15 Sunday Closed
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Accessibility Category A. This station has step-free access to all platforms. Staff ramp assistance is always available. Accessible seating is available on platforms 3&4.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located in the stations ticket hall.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Staff are available to assist from the first to last train.
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: On the paid side of the barrier in the stations ticket hall.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: An accessible toilet is located in the ticket hall on the paid side of the barrier. This toilet is operated with a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: No rail replacement bus services operate from this station.
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Accessibility category C . This station does not have step-free access.
- 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: No
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point
- Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Use bus stop L in Clapham High Street for southbound buses to Clapham Junction Use bus stop G in Clapham High Street for northbound buses to Surrey Quays/Canada Water
- Metro: Clapham North London Underground station (Northern line) is approximately 3 minutes' walk away
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:15 - 21:30 Saturday 06:15 - 21:30 Sunday 07:15 - 21:30
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step free access available through Brighton Yard entrance to all platforms via lifts. Step free access available through Grant Road entrance to platform 1 and 2 via lifts
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located next to the Brighton Yard entrance gateline. The National key toilets are located next to the Brighton Yard entrance gateline; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff upon request. A 'National Key Scheme' key [RADAR] can be purchased by contacting the following. Address: 12 City Forum, 250 City Road, London, EC1V 8AF. Tel: 020 7250 3222. Minicom: 020 7250 4119. Fax: 020 7250 0212. Email: [email protected]
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Waiting rooms are on platforms 1, 9/10 and 13/14
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Brighton Yard side of the station.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Through services: Grant Road Bus Stop A All arrivals (except via Wandsworth Town): St Johns Hill Bus Stop C Arrivals via Wandsworth Town: Grant Road Bus Stop R
- 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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