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Trip Overview

The average train between Cardiff and Thatcham takes 2h 11m and the fastest train takes 1h 53m. There is an hourly train service from Cardiff to Thatcham. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

2h 11m
Duration
122 mi
Distance
£61
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Cardiff to Thatcham train times

Trains run hourly between Cardiff and Thatcham. The earliest departure is at 5:07 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cardiff is at 9:20 PM which arrives into Thatcham at 5:38 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 11m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 11m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 24m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 41m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 38m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 20m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)1h 54m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)1h 59m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)1h 59m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 20m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)1h 54m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)1h 59m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)1h 59m • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 20m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)1h 54m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)1h 59m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)1h 59m • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, November 19, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 20m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)1h 54m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)1h 59m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)1h 59m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, November 20, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 20m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)1h 54m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)1h 59m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)1h 59m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, November 21, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 17m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 1m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)1h 57m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 7m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Cardiff to Thatcham? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Cardiff to Thatcham.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 122.3 mi
  • Duration: 2h 11m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Thatcham, England?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Cardiff Central to Reading hourly. Tickets cost £45–85 and the journey takes 1h 27m.

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