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Didcot Parkway to Alvechurch by train

First train

05:04

Last train

22:30

Departure station

Didcot Parkway

Arrival station

Alvechurch

Journey time

From 2h 38m

Distance

59 miles (96 km)

Frequency

20 trains per day

Changes

2 changes

Train operators

CrossCountry, Great Western Railway

Take the train from Didcot Parkway to Alvechurch in 2 hours 38 minutes

If you want to travel from Didcot Parkway to Alvechurch by train, you've come to the right place.

You can expect the journey from Didcot Parkway to Alvechurch by train to take around 3 hours 26 minutes. If you want to get there as quickly as possible, it can take as little as 2 hours 38 minutes on the fastest services. You'll usually find around 20 trains per day running on this route, which spans 59 miles (96 km). You'll have to make 2 changes along the way on your journey to Alvechurch. You can travel on this route with either Great Western Railway or CrossCountry trains. Both train companies run modern comfortable services with plenty of room for luggage.

Train tickets from Didcot Parkway to Alvechurch are usually cheaper when you book in advance compared to buying them on the day. Travelling during Off-Peak times or using a Railcard can also help you save money on train travel. Start a search in our Journey Planner to check out the latest prices.

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Journey details

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

How long does the train from Didcot Parkway to Alvechurch take?

The average journey time by train between Didcot Parkway and Alvechurch is 3 hours and 26 minutes, with around 20 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.

What's the fastest journey time between Didcot Parkway and Alvechurch by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Didcot Parkway to Alvechurch is 2 hours and 38 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Didcot Parkway to Alvechurch?

No, there are no direct train services from Didcot Parkway to Alvechurch. Travelling from Didcot Parkway to Alvechurch by train will require a minimum of 2 changes.

What time does the first train from Didcot Parkway to Alvechurch leave?

The first train from Didcot Parkway to Alvechurch leaves at 05:04. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Didcot Parkway to Alvechurch leave?

The last train from Didcot Parkway to Alvechurch leaves at 22:30. 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 Didcot Parkway and Alvechurch by train?

Trains travelling from Didcot Parkway to Alvechurch cover a distance of around 59 miles (96 km) during the journey.

Cheap train tickets from Didcot Parkway to Alvechurch

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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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