Didcot to London train with Great Western Rail

Wed, Nov 05
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Didcot to London

Showing times and prices for Nov 05

Cheapest price

€27

Average price

€38

Fastest journey

1 h

Average duration

1 h 7 m

Trains per day

5

Distance

78 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Didcot to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Didcot to London will cost around €38 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €27.

Fast trains

Of the 5 trains that leave Didcot for London on Wed, Nov 05, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Wed, Nov 05 the direct trains cover the 78 km distance in an average of 1 h 7 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h .

On Wed, Nov 05 the slowest trains will take 1 h 15 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

Great Western Rail
04:07PM1h15
Didcot
05:22PMLondon
271One-way
0 transfers
Great Western Rail
05:21AM1h00
Didcot
06:21AMLondon
281One-way
0 transfers
Great Western Rail
07:16AM1h09
Didcot
08:25AMLondon
421One-way
0 transfers
Great Western Rail
08:44AM1h06
Didcot
09:50AMLondon
451One-way
0 transfers
Great Western Rail
08:14AM1h07
Didcot
09:21AMLondon
451One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Didcot to London

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Didcot to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €25. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €25, and a train costs an average of €27.

Distance: 78 km

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Train
Bus

€43

Average price

€25

Average price

Cheapest

1h 45m

Average total duration

1h 15m

Onboard

+

30m

Additional time*

1h 40m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 10m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

Direct Options

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Live departures

Didcot to London train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, November 5
Last updated at 7:59 PM
Last updated at 7:59 PM

ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
great_western5:21 AM Didcot
1h00
6:21 AM London0 transfersDirect
great_western7:16 AM Didcot
1h09
8:25 AM London0 transfersDirect
great_western8:14 AM Didcot
1h07
9:21 AM London0 transfersDirect
great_western8:44 AM Didcot
1h06
9:50 AM London0 transfersDirect
great_western4:07 PM Didcot
1h15
5:22 PM London0 transfersDirect

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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Didcot to London?

The best time to book your train from Didcot to London is 28 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Didcot to London route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Didcot to London per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Didcot to London.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Didcot to London

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Trains from Didcot to London run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €27 but you can travel from only €25 by bus.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €25
Distance
78 km
Average train duration
1h 15m
Cheapest ticket price
€27
Trains per day
7
Direct trains
7
Fastest train
37m
First train
00:01
Last train
23:58
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €25

Train companies: Great Western Rail, South Western Railway, first_great_western from Didcot to London trainsGreat Western Rail, South Western Railway, first_great_western trains will get you between Didcot and London from €25. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Great Western Rail

About
Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
37m
Cheapest Price
€27
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

South Western Railway

About
South Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom, providing services in the south and south-west of England. It operates a variety of train types, including high-speed trains, local stopping services, and suburban commuter trains. It also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Off-Peak, and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for South Western Railway include London Waterloo to Portsmouth Harbour, London Waterloo to Weymouth, and London Waterloo to Bournemouth.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 54m
Cheapest Price
€44
South Western Railway frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas at end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund depends on ticket type and timing of cancellation
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled by operator
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar service with hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee, free for some ticket types
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free, dogs must be on lead
Quiet zone

first_great_western

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
37m
Cheapest Price
€59
first_great_western frequency
25 a day

FAQs: Trains from Didcot to London

FAQs: Travel by train from Didcot to London easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Didcot to London.
FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Didcot to London can start from as little as €27 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Didcot to London is €42; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Didcot to London train travel time is 38 min   for the 77 km long journey, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Didcot to London leaves at 00: 04. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from Didcot to London leaves at 23: 58.
Yes, it is possible to travel from Didcot to London without having to change trains with Great Western Rail or first_great_western. There are 8 direct trains from Didcot to London each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.
For the route from Didcot to London you can take a train with Great Western Rail, Tfl Rail or first_great_western. Be sure to check out all possible train providers that offer services between Didcot and London on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 23: 58.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Didcot Parkway, which is located around 0.1 miles (206 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at London Paddington, located 3 miles (4.8 km) away from the city centre.

A day trip to London from Didcot is worth doing with a journey time of 38 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Didcot to London by train is November.
Yes, you can take a train to London from Didcot.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Didcot to London

Didcot
London
The major train station for departures in Didcot is Didcot Parkway. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Didcot Parkway for your trip from Didcot to London.
Didcot ParkwayWifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 19:40 Saturday 06:30 - 19:40 Sunday 08:00 - 19:40
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: Spar supermarket
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: Step free Category A station - This station has step free access to all platforms via lifts. Platform 1 can be accessed via ramp to the front of the station. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
  • Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
  • Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible
  • Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office.
  • Accessible toilets: Yes
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: Yes
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: The Ladies and Gentleman's toilets are located on Platform 2. The accessible toilet is located on Platform 3. National key toilets are operated by a RADAR key. The RADAR key is available from station staff upon request.
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities location: Platform 3
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: Platforms 1, 3 and 5
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Outside station
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for Didcot Parkway
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station forecourt.

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