The average train between Derby and Thatcham takes 2h 47m and the fastest train takes 2h 33m. The train service runs several times per day from Derby 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.
Trains run every 4 hours between Derby and Thatcham. The earliest departure is at 6:50 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Derby is at 5:54 PM which arrives into Thatcham at 8:29 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 47m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Derby to Thatcham. However, there are services departing from Derby station and arriving at Thatcham station via Reading. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 47m.
Derby to Thatcham train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Derby station.
Derby to Thatcham train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Reading station.
Book your Derby to Thatcham train tickets online with Cross Country and Great Western Railway (GWR).
The distance between Derby and Thatcham is 169.6 km. The road distance is 234 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Derby to Reading every 3 hours. Tickets cost £65–95 and the journey takes 2h 11m.