How far is Thetford from Norwich by coach?

The distance between Norwich and Thetford by coach is approximately 28 miles (44 km).

What is the best way to go from Norwich to Thetford without a car?

The best way to go from Norwich to Thetford without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. Depending on your preferences, another alternative is to explore ridesharing trips.

Bus Norwich to Thetford from £4 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Norwich to Thetford on 20 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	07:00	Norwich (Bus Station)	1h	08:00	Thetford (Bus Interchange)	Cheapest
Bus	03:57	Chancellors Dr	38m	04:35	Thetford Bus Interchange	Fastest
Bus	03:45	NORWICH Bus Station	50m	04:35	Thetford Bus Interchange	No tags
Bus	14:30	Norwich (Bus Station)	1h	15:30	Thetford (Bus Interchange)	No tags
Bus	03:45	NORWICH Bus Station	50m	04:35	Thetford Bus Interchange	No tags

Next departures from Norwich to Thetford on 21 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	07:00	Norwich (Bus Station)	1h	08:00	Thetford (Bus Interchange)	Cheapest
Bus	02:02	Chancellors Dr	38m	02:40	Thetford Bus Interchange	Fastest
Bus	01:50	NORWICH Bus Station	50m	02:40	Thetford Bus Interchange	No tags
Bus	14:30	Norwich (Bus Station)	1h	15:30	Thetford (Bus Interchange)	No tags
Bus	01:50	NORWICH Bus Station	50m	02:40	Thetford Bus Interchange	No tags

Next departures from Norwich to Thetford on 25 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	07:00	Norwich (Bus Station)	1h	08:00	Thetford (Bus Interchange)	Cheapest
Bus	02:02	Chancellors Dr	38m	02:40	Thetford Bus Interchange	Fastest
Bus	01:50	NORWICH Bus Station	50m	02:40	Thetford Bus Interchange	No tags
Bus	14:30	Norwich (Bus Station)	1h	15:30	Thetford (Bus Interchange)	No tags
Bus	01:50	NORWICH Bus Station	50m	02:40	Thetford Bus Interchange	No tags

Next departures from Norwich to Thetford on 26 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	07:00	Norwich (Bus Station)	1h	08:00	Thetford (Bus Interchange)	Cheapest
Bus	02:02	Chancellors Dr	38m	02:40	Thetford Bus Interchange	Fastest
Bus	01:50	NORWICH Bus Station	50m	02:40	Thetford Bus Interchange	No tags
Bus	14:30	Norwich (Bus Station)	1h	15:30	Thetford (Bus Interchange)	No tags
Bus	01:50	NORWICH Bus Station	50m	02:40	Thetford Bus Interchange	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Norwich to Thetford

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Thetford. The journey takes about 32 minutes and with fares starting at just £16, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

12train per day

32mAverage duration

28 milesDistance

1kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£7 - £14	Average duration50m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£16 - £22	Average duration32m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£5 - £5	Average duration40m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

National Express

4/529,720 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.4

Based on 29720 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. National Express ticket prices on this trip start at £13

National Express Norwich Thetford recent customer reviews

The e ticket only shows the departure journey and not the open return I paid for.Disappointing.

Lindsey T.

12 February 2024

Expected service to be much better

Isaac P.

6 March 2022

FlixBus

3.5/511,380 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

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Where are the popular stops in Norwich and Thetford?

Stops in Norwich

A - Chancellors Dr

B - Norwich Bus Station

Stops in Thetford

A - Norwich Rd

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Norwich to Thetford

How far is Thetford from Norwich by coach?
The distance between Norwich and Thetford by coach is approximately 28 miles (44 km).
What is the best way to go from Norwich to Thetford without a car?
The best way to go from Norwich to Thetford without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. Depending on your preferences, another alternative is to explore ridesharing trips.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

18/11

£4

19/11

£4

Today

£4

21/11

£5

22/11

£5

23/11

£5

24/11

£5

25/11

£4

The cheapest trip from Norwich to Thetford was searched and found on 18 Nov 2025 with a price of £4

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

You can expect to pay from £4 to £14 for a bus ticket from Norwich to Thetford based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £4, which is on 2025-11-25.

Usually National Express will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.