The average train between Thatcham and Manchester takes 4h 10m and the fastest train takes 3h 33m. There is a train service every few hours from Thatcham to Manchester. 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 hourly between Thatcham and Manchester. The earliest departure is at 5:34 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Thatcham is at 11:51 PM which arrives into Manchester at 12:30 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 10m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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3h 33m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Thatcham to Manchester? 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.
No, there is no direct train from Thatcham to Manchester. However, there are services departing from Reading station and arriving at Manchester Piccadilly station via Manchester Piccadilly station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 10m.
Thatcham to Manchester train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Reading station.
Thatcham to Manchester train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.
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The distance between Thatcham and Manchester is 240.3 km. The road distance is 289 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Reading to Manchester Piccadilly hourly. Tickets cost £75–120 and the journey takes 3h 14m.