How much is the train ticket from London to Thetford?

The cheapest train tickets from London to Thetford start from R 478. The average price for this train route is around R 1 387. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from London to Thetford?

The average train journey time from London to Thetford is 2h 35m, covering a distance of 116 km. The quickest train can get you there in 2h 7m and is operated by Greater Anglia .

Which train operators serve the London to Thetford route?

Several major train operators run on this route, with 1 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from London to Thetford departs at 07:54. And the latest train departs at 19:30.

Train London to Thetford from R 452

Next train departures

Next departures from London to Thetford on 30 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:30	London Liverpool Street	2h 35m	18:05	Thetford	CheapestFastest
Train	15:30	London Liverpool Street	2h 35m	18:05	Thetford	No tags
Train	15:30	London Liverpool Street	2h 35m	18:05	Thetford	No tags

Next departures from London to Thetford on 31 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:54	London Liverpool Street	2h 11m	11:05	Thetford	Cheapest
Train	15:54	London Liverpool Street	2h 7m	18:01	Thetford	Fastest
Train	07:54	London Liverpool Street	2h 9m	10:03	Thetford	No tags
Train	07:54	London Liverpool Street	2h 9m	10:03	Thetford	No tags
Train	08:54	London Liverpool Street	2h 11m	11:05	Thetford	No tags

Next departures from London to Thetford on 1 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	09:55	London Liverpool Street	2h 14m	12:09	Thetford	Cheapest
Train	10:54	London Liverpool Street	2h 13m	13:07	Thetford	Fastest
Train	07:48	London Liverpool Street	2h 21m	10:09	Thetford	No tags
Train	09:55	London Liverpool Street	2h 14m	12:09	Thetford	No tags
Train	11:54	London Liverpool Street	2h 15m	14:09	Thetford	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 2:35 PM 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 R 273, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

1h 30mAverage duration

118 kmDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 196 - R 995	Average duration3h 50m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 478 - R 1 842	Average duration2h 35m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 273 - R 273	Average duration1h 30m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Greater Anglia

4/521 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness5

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi3.8

Based on 21 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the timeliness and the seats but often complained about the power outlets. Greater Anglia ticket prices on this trip start at R 478

GB train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, Amtrak Acela, CrossCountry

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 differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from London to Thetford?
The cheapest train tickets from London to Thetford start from R 478. The average price for this train route is around R 1 387. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from London to Thetford?
The average train journey time from London to Thetford is 2h 35m, covering a distance of 116 km. The quickest train can get you there in 2h 7m and is operated by Greater Anglia.
Which train operators serve the London to Thetford route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from London to Thetford?
The earliest train from London to Thetford departs at 07:54. And the latest train departs at 19:30.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

28/01

R 1 763

29/01

R 620

Today

R 731

31/01

R 819

01/02

R 1 178

02/02

No data

03/02

R 461

04/02

R 461

The cheapest trip from London to Thetford was searched and found on 03 Feb 2026 with a price of R 461

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 R 461 to R 3 611 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 R 461, which is on 2026-02-03.