Train from London to Thetford: Tickets & Timetables

Next train departures

Next departures from London to Thetford on 15 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greater AngliaTrain
London Liverpool Street
ThetfordCheapestFastest
Greater AngliaTrain
London Liverpool Street
ThetfordNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Wednesday at 23:08 GMT.

Compare 3 ways to travel from London to Thetford

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Thetford. The journey takes about 1 hour 30 minutes and with fares starting at just £13, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
1h 30mAverage duration
73 milesDistance
5kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£7 - £53Average duration3h 45m
3kg CO₂e
Average price£26 - £92Average duration2h 5m
3kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average price£13 - £13Average duration1h 30m
5kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from London to Thetford by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

  1. How much does a train ticket cost from London to Thetford?

    The cheapest train tickets from London to Thetford start from £26. The average price for this train route is around £65. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from London to Thetford?

    The average train journey time from London to Thetford is 2h 5m, covering a distance of 72 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 2h 1m and is operated by Greater Anglia.

  3. Which train operators serve the London to Thetford route?

    Several major train operators run on this route with 2 trains available per day.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from London to Thetford?

    The earliest train from London to Thetford departs at 07:10. And the latest train departs at 19:28.

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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from London to Thetford was searched and found on 10 Dec 2025 with a price of £38

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from London to Thetford as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £38 to £167 for a train ticket from London to Thetford based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £81, which is on 2025-12-15.

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