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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from London to Thetford
Cheapest price
£22
Average price
£36
Fastest journey
2 h 20 m
Average duration
3 h 16 m
Buses per day
7
Distance
117 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from London to Thetford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Thetford will cost around £36 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £22.
Of the 7 buses that leave London for Thetford every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 117 km distance in an average of 3 h 16 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 20 m .
The slowest buses will take 4 h 45 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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Travel Information
Compare train and coach for London to Thetford
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Thetford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 53m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £13, and a train costs an average of £9.
Distance: 117 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£26 Average Price Cheapest | £27 Average Price |
3h 9m Average total duration 2h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 23m Average total duration Fastest 1h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
London to Thetford bus times
The table below shows live departures for London to Thetford coaches for today, Friday 21 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX490 | 11:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h40 | 13:40 Thetford, London Road (Bus Interchange) | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX491 | 14:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h35 | 16:35 Thetford, London Road (Bus Interchange) | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX491 | 20:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h25 | 22:55 Thetford, London Road (Bus Interchange) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 22 November | |||||
| NXA8 · NX728 | On time 06:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 4h45 | 11:15 Thetford, London Road (Bus Interchange) | 1 change | |
| NXA8 · NX728 | On time 08:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 4h55 | 12:55 Thetford, London Road (Bus Interchange) | 1 change | |
| NXA8 · NX727 | On time 16:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 4h55 | 20:55 Thetford, London Road (Bus Interchange) | 1 change | |
| NXA8 · NX727 | On time 22:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 4h25 | 02:55 Thetford, London Road (Bus Interchange) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from London to Thetford
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Buses from London to Thetford run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 39m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £13 but you can travel from only £9 by train.
There are 2 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:25, the last at 23:40. The fastest coach covers the 117 km distance in 2h 20m.
Distance 117 km |
Average bus duration 2h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price £13 |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 2h 20m |
First bus 00:25 |
Last bus 23:40 |
Bus providers: National Express from London to ThetfordYou can travel by bus between London to Thetford with National Express for as low as £9. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Coaches from London to Thetford
The tranquil market town of Thetford is located in the Breckland district of Norfolk in the east of England. It's a popular destination for cyclists planning to explore the bike trails in Thetford Forest. As it is located on the main road route from London to Norwich, Thetford is well served by coaches from the capital. There are regular direct coaches from London to Thetford seven days a week, taking around two hours and 30 minutes to reach the Norfolk town from the capital. Departure times include morning, afternoon and evening options.
Which coach companies travel from London to Thetford?
The UK's national coach operator National Express provides direct coach services from London Victoria Coach Station to Thetford. National Express services also provide indirect connections, with routes requiring a change at the coach terminus at Stansted Airport for onward travel to Thetford.
How long is the coach from London to Thetford?
The fastest direct National Express coaches from London to Thetford take two hours and 25 minutes to cover the 80-mile road route north-east from the capital. Most direct coaches take five to 15 minutes longer. Indirect connections via Stansted Airport take between four and five hours to reach Thetford, including transfers between coaches.
How many coaches are there from London to Thetford?
National Express schedules offer five direct coaches from London to Thetford seven days a week, with mid-morning, midday, afternoon, evening and late-night departure times. In addition, there are two daily indirect connections via Stansted Airport, including an early morning departure.
What are the departure and arrival stations for coaches from London to Thetford?
Departure bus station: London Victoria Coach Station is situated on the south-western side of central London, with public transport links available from the nearby Underground station with three Tube lines across the city, and from buses stopping on Buckingham Palace Road. The coach station has fast-food restaurants, a coffee shop, food shops, left luggage facilities and a taxi stand.
Arrival bus station: Thetford Minstergate Coach Station is located north-west of the town centre and is served by local buses stopping close by on London Road. Passenger facilities are limited, with a short-stay parking lot, toilets and a taxi stand, although there are coffee shops and food stores within a short walk of the station.
FAQs: London to Thetford coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London 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.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from London, Victoria Coach Station, which is located around 1.9 miles (3 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Thetford, London Road (Bus Interchange), located 0.5 miles (757 m) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in London and Thetford
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Caffè Nero (in the station)
- Available outside the arrivals area, with services provided by licensed black cabs and private hire vehicles.
- Ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 105, 111, 140, 285, 423 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret A Manger (in the station)
- Caffè Nero (in the station)
- Available outside the arrivals area.
- Elevators, ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 285, 490 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- The Crown Rivers (in the station)
- Giraffe (in the station)
- Wagamama (in the station).
- Available outside the arrivals area.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 423, 7, 285 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Starbucks (in the station).
- Available outside the station on Buckingham Palace Road.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 11, 44, 170, 211, C1, C10 Metro: Victoria Train: Southern, Gatwick Express
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Starbucks (in the station).
- Available outside the station on Bishopsgate.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 11, 23, 26, 76, 133, 388 Metro: Central, Circle, Hammersmith & City, Metropolitan Train: Greater Anglia, TfL Rail
Accessibility- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
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