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Alton to Thatcham by train

First train

14:15

Last train

14:15

Departure station

Alton

Arrival station

Thatcham

Journey time

From 1h 38m

Distance

21 miles (33 km)

Changes

3 changes

Train operators

Great Western Railway, South Western Railway

How to travel from Alton to Thatcham by train

Want to find out more about taking the train from Alton to Thatcham? Look no further.

You'll usually find 0 trains per day running between Alton and Thatcham, which usually take 1 hour 38 minutes to complete the 21 miles (33 km) journey. It can take as little as 1 hour 38 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. Although there aren't any direct services on this line, it's still easy to travel to Thatcham by train, you'll just need to make 3 changes along the way. Both Great Western Railway and South Western Railway trains operate on this route, offering modern comfortable services with plenty of room for luggage as standard.

Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices – we'll show you how much you can save on train tickets from Alton to Thatcham if you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.

Keen to book your train tickets to Thatcham? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable with live train times above, and tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs further down the page.

Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from Alton to Thatcham? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

What's the fastest journey time between Alton and Thatcham by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Alton to Thatcham is 1 hour and 38 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Alton to Thatcham?

No, there are no direct train services from Alton to Thatcham. Travelling from Alton to Thatcham by train will require a minimum of 3 changes.

What time does the first train from Alton to Thatcham leave?

The first train from Alton to Thatcham leaves at 14:15. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Alton to Thatcham leave?

The last train from Alton to Thatcham leaves at 14:15. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.

What's the distance between Alton and Thatcham by train?

Trains travelling from Alton to Thatcham cover a distance of around 21 miles (33 km) during the journey.

Looking for more information?

If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Thatcham to Alton.

Cheap train tickets from Alton to Thatcham

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† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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