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East Midlands Parkway to Didcot Parkway by train

First train

11:27

Last train

14:54

Departure station

East Midlands Parkway

Arrival station

Didcot Parkway

Journey time

From 2h 52m

Distance

86 miles (139 km)

Frequency

1 train per day

Changes

2 changes

Train operators

CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, East Midlands Railway, Chiltern Railways

Travelling from East Midlands Parkway to Didcot Parkway by train

Looking to travel from East Midlands Parkway to Didcot Parkway by train? You've come to the right place!

On average, it takes around 3 hours 26 minutes to travel from East Midlands Parkway to Didcot Parkway by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 2 hours 52 minutes though. You'll usually find 1 train per day running along the 86 miles (139 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 2 changes during the journey to Didcot Parkway, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with Great Western Railway, East Midlands Railway or Chiltern Railways to get to Didcot Parkway. As the main rail operators on this route, their trains offer modern comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.

To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from East Midlands Parkway to Didcot Parkway in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save!

Want to book your train tickets now? Just start a search with us today. If you want to find out more about the journey, scroll up for timetables including live train times, or keep reading for FAQs and tips on how to book cheap train tickets.

FAQs about the train journey from East Midlands Parkway to Didcot Parkway

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

How do you get to Didcot Parkway from East Midlands Parkway?

To travel to Didcot Parkway from East Midlands Parkway, you can take the train - on average, the journey takes around 3 hours and 26 minutes, though the fastest trains can take 2 hours and 52 minutes. Use our Journey Planner to get more information.

How long is the train ride from East Midlands Parkway to Didcot Parkway?

Trains from East Midlands Parkway to Didcot Parkway take an average of 3 hours and 26 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 2 hours and 52 minutes. You'll usually find 1 train per day on this route, so use our Journey Planner to check specific dates as times may vary.

What is the quickest journey time between East Midlands Parkway and Didcot Parkway by train?

The quickest journey time between East Midlands Parkway and Didcot Parkway by train is 2 hours and 52 minutes.

Are there direct trains from East Midlands Parkway to Didcot Parkway?

No, there are no direct trains running from East Midlands Parkway to Didcot Parkway, you’ll usually need to make at least 2 changes during the journey.

Cheap train tickets from East Midlands Parkway to Didcot Parkway

Book in advance

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Consider a Season Ticket

If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for East Midlands Parkway to Didcot Parkway is right for you.

Use your Railcard

National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.

Split your tickets

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For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.

† 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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