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Reading West to Thatcham Train prices and times

Looking to travel from Reading West to Thatcham? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as £8.40, with average prices for this route around £8.40.

To get the best deals, we recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
10:14 17m, Direct Reading West	10:31 Thatcham	Find Tickets
10:15 43m, Changes required Reading West	10:58 Thatcham	Find Tickets
11:14 17m, Direct Reading West	11:31 Thatcham	Find Tickets
11:15 38m, Changes required Reading West	11:53 Thatcham	Find Tickets
12:11 16m, Direct Reading West	12:27 Thatcham	Find Tickets
12:20 35m, Changes required Reading West	12:55 Paris	Find Tickets

Reading West to Thatcham Train Route Details

First train

00:03

Last train

23:02

Departure station

Reading West

Arrival station

Thatcham

Journey time

16m

Distance

19 km

Price

£8.40*

Train operators

Great Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Reading West to Thatcham

Traveling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Reading West to Thatcham during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travelers. You can discover more about Railcards here.

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're traveling from Reading West to Thatcham, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn't require leaving your seat.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make traveling from Reading West to Thatcham more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Reading West to Thatcham train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with their own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for SplitTickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for SplitTickets is 30%.

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Reading West to Thatcham Train prices and times

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