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3:257h50Cardiff11:15Thetford£571One-way1 change- 5:257h30Cardiff12:55Thetford£571One-way1 change
- 7:207h25Cardiff14:45Thetford£571One-way1 change
- 9:257h30Cardiff16:55Thetford£571One-way1 change
- 10:408h05Cardiff18:45Thetford£571One-way1 change
- 7:207h25Cardiff14:45Thetford£571One-way1 change
- 5:257h30Cardiff12:55Thetford£571One-way1 change
- 9:257h30Cardiff16:55Thetford£571One-way1 change
- 3:257h50Cardiff11:15Thetford£571One-way1 change
- 14:557h55Cardiff22:50Thetford£571One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Cardiff to Thetford
The cheapest option from Cardiff to Thetford is coach, with an average price of £58. Omio recommends booking the bus, as it is the most popular option from Cardiff to Thetford among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the is your best option, as it emits only .
Distance: 289 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£58 Average Price Cheapest option | £191 Average Price |
6h 53m Average total duration 6h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 47m Average total duration Fastest option 5h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Cardiff to Thetford bus times
The table below shows live departures for Cardiff to Thetford coaches for tomorrow, Wednesday 8 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 3:25 Cardiff | 7h50 | 11:15 Thetford | 1 change | |
| 5:25 Cardiff | 7h30 | 12:55 Thetford | 1 change | |
| 7:20 Cardiff | 7h25 | 14:45 Thetford | 1 change | |
| 9:25 Cardiff | 7h30 | 16:55 Thetford | 1 change | |
| 10:40 Cardiff | 8h05 | 18:45 Thetford | 1 change | |
| 12:35 Cardiff | 8h45 | 21:20 Thetford | 1 change | |
| 14:55 Cardiff | 7h55 | 22:50 Thetford | 1 change | |
| 16:30 Cardiff | 8h15 | 0:45 Thetford | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Cardiff to Thetford
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Typically, there are 7 buses per day from Cardiff to Thetford, including direct buses, taking around 6h 23m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £51 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 02:40, the last at 16:55. The fastest coach covers the 289 km distance in 8h 15m.
Distance 289 km |
Average bus duration 6h 23m |
Lowest ticket price £51 |
Buses per day 7 |
Fastest bus 8h 15m |
First bus 2:40 |
Last bus 16:55 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Bus providers: National Express from Cardiff to ThetfordYou can travel by bus between Cardiff to Thetford with National Express for as low as £51. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Cardiff to Thetford coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff to Thetford by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Thetford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
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- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
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- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
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- 10€ per additional bag.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Cardiff and Thetford
Most Cardiff to Thetford buses use the Cardiff, Sophia Gardens to Thetford, London Road (Bus Interchange) station pair. Use this guide to compare Cardiff and Thetford bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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