What is the cheapest way to get from Plymouth to Thatcham?

The cheapest way to get from Plymouth to Thatcham is to bus which costs £27 - £95 and takes 5h 41m.

What is the fastest way to get from Plymouth to Thatcham?

The fastest way to get from Plymouth to Thatcham is to drive which takes 3h 4m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Plymouth and Thatcham?

No, there is no direct bus from Plymouth station to Thatcham. However, there are services departing from Plymouth Coach Station and arriving at Green Lane via Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride and St Marys Butts. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Plymouth and Thatcham?

No, there is no direct train from Plymouth to Thatcham. However, there are services departing from Plymouth and arriving at Thatcham via Reading. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 27m.

How far is it from Plymouth to Thatcham?

The distance between Plymouth and Thatcham is 203 miles. The road distance is 164.2 miles.

How do I travel from Plymouth to Thatcham without a car?

The best way to get from Plymouth to Thatcham without a car is to train via Reading which takes 3h 27m and costs £90 - £180.

How long does it take to get from Plymouth to Thatcham?

It takes approximately 3h 27m to get from Plymouth to Thatcham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Plymouth to Thatcham bus from?

Plymouth to Thatcham bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Plymouth Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Plymouth to Thatcham train from?

Plymouth to Thatcham train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Plymouth station.

Train or bus from Plymouth to Thatcham?

The best way to get from Plymouth to Thatcham is to train via Reading which takes 3h 27m and costs £90 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £27 - £95 and takes 5h 41m.

Where does the Plymouth to Thatcham bus arrive?

Plymouth to Thatcham bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride station.

Where does the Plymouth to Thatcham train arrive?

Plymouth to Thatcham train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Reading station.

Can I drive from Plymouth to Thatcham?

Yes, the driving distance between Plymouth to Thatcham is 164 miles. It takes approximately 3h 4m to drive from Plymouth to Thatcham.

How do I get a train ticket from Plymouth to Thatcham?

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There are 5 ways to get from Plymouth to Thatcham by train, bus, or car

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Train via Reading
best
1. Take the train from Plymouth to Readingtrain Penzance - London Paddington / ...
3h 27m
£91–172
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Plymouth Coach Station to Mereoak Lane - Park & Ridebus 504
5h 41m
£28–93
Drive 163.3 mi
1. Drive from Plymouth to Thatchamcar 163.3 mi
3h 4m
£40–58
Train
1. Take the train from Plymouth to Newburytrain Plymouth - London Paddington / ...
3h 28m
£80–147
Train via Exeter
1. Take the train from Plymouth to Exeter St Davidstrain Penzance - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Basingstoketrain Exeter St Davids - London Waterloo / ...
5h 57m
£77–170

Plymouth to Thatcham by train

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3h 27mAverage Duration

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Distance: 201.9 mi
Duration: 3h 27m

What companies run services between Plymouth, England and Thatcham, England?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Plymouth to Reading hourly. Tickets cost £85–160 and the journey takes 2h 48m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Plymouth Coach Station to Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride twice daily. Tickets cost £35–90 and the journey takes 4h 10m. FlixBus also services this route twice daily.

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