Longford to Thetford bus with National Express

Sat 06 Dec
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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Longford to Thetford

Showing times and prices for 07 Dec

Cheapest price

£39

Average price

£40

Fastest journey

3 h 25 m

Average duration

3 h 33 m

Buses per day

10

Distance

133 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Longford to Thetford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Longford to Thetford will cost around £40 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £39.

Fast coaches

Of the 10 buses that leave Longford for Thetford every day 9 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct buses cover the 133 km distance in an average of 3 h 33 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 25 m .

The slowest buses will take 3 h 40 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.

National ExpressNX727
21:203h25
London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
00:45Thetford, London Road (Bus Interchange)
£391One-way
0 changes
National ExpressNX728
07:353h40
London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
11:15Thetford, London Road (Bus Interchange)
£391One-way
0 changes
National ExpressNX727
19:203h35
London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
22:55Thetford, London Road (Bus Interchange)
£391One-way
0 changes
National ExpressNX727
11:053h40
London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
14:45Thetford, London Road (Bus Interchange)
£391One-way
0 changes
National ExpressNX727
14:303h45
London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
18:15Thetford, London Road (Bus Interchange)
£391One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for Longford to Thetford

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Longford to Thetford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £28. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 6m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £28, and a train costs an average of £26.

Distance: 133 km

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Train

£36

Average Price

Cheapest

£47

Average Price

4h 12m

Average total duration

3h 42m

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30m

Additional time*

3h 36m

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Fastest

3h 6m

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Live departures

Longford to Thetford bus times

The table below shows live departures for Longford to Thetford coaches for today, Saturday 6 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 02:35
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
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national_express10:55 Longford
4h25
15:20 Thetford0 changesdirect
national_express18:20 Longford
3h35
21:55 Thetford0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Longford to Thetford

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Buses from Longford to Thetford run on average 10 times per day, taking around 3h 42m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £28 but you can travel from only £26 by train.

There are 9 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:25, the last at 23:30. The fastest coach covers the 133 km distance in 3h 25m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £26
Distance
133 km
Average bus duration
3h 42m
Cheapest ticket price
£28
Buses per day
10
Direct buses
9
Fastest bus
3h 25m
First bus
00:25
Last bus
23:30
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £26

Bus providers: National Express from Longford to ThetfordYou can travel by bus between Longford to Thetford with National Express for as low as £26. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

National Express

About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 25m
Cheapest Price
£34
National Express frequency
10 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.

FAQs: Longford to Thetford coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Longford 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.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Longford to Thetford can start from as little as £29 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Longford to Thetford is £38; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Longford to Thetford coach time is 3 h 25 min   covering the 82 mile long journey, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Longford to Thetford leaves at 00: 25. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Longford to Thetford leaves at 23: 30.
There are 10 coaches a day from Longford to Thetford which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
For the best Longford to Thetford coach to book, you can travel safely and comfortably with National Express. However, it's always good to check all possible coach companies with services from Longford to Thetford to compare what amenities they may offer.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5, which is located around 1.7 miles (2.7 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.

A trip to Thetford from Longford is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3 h 25 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Longford to Thetford by coach is January.
You have options as you can travel from Longford to Thetford 2 different ways: coach or train.
No, the coach from Longford to Thetford has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Longford to Thetford.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Longford to Thetford.

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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Longford to Thetford.
    No, luggage for the coach from Longford to Thetford needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Longford to Thetford.
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Longford to Thetford.
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Longford to Thetford.
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Longford to Thetford.

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    Important Stations and Airports in Longford and Thetford

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    Thetford, London Road (Bus Interchange)

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