Manchester to Thetford bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Manchester to Thetford

Showing times and prices for 24 May

Cheapest price

£33

Average price

£49

Fastest journey

8 h 35 m

Average duration

9 h

Buses per day

2

Distance

232 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Manchester to Thetford will cost around £49 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £33.

Fast coaches

Of the 2 buses that leave Manchester for Thetford every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct buses cover the 232 km distance in an average of 9 h but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 35 m .

The slowest buses will take 9 h 25 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.

  • FlixBus
    9:208h35
    Manchester
    17:55Thetford
    £331One-way
    0 changes
  • National Express
    13:309h25
    Manchester
    22:55Thetford
    £641One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train, coach and flight for Manchester to Thetford

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Thetford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £19. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 1m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £19, and a flight costs an average of £479.

Distance: 232 km

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Flight

£34

Average Price

Cheapest

£47

Average Price

£521

Average Price

8h 10m

Average total duration

7h 40m

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30m

Additional time*

4h 31m

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4h 1m

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30m

Additional time*

8h 15m

Average total duration

5h 15m

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3h 0m

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Live departures

Manchester to Thetford bus times

The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Thetford coaches for tomorrow, Sunday 24 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
FlixBus9:20 Manchester
8h35
17:55 Thetford0 changesdirect
National Express13:30 Manchester
9h25
22:55 Thetford0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Manchester to Thetford

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Buses from Manchester to Thetford run on average 4 times per day, taking around 7h 40m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £19 if you book in advance.

The earliest coach runs at 05:15, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 232 km distance in 8h 20m.

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
Distance
232 km
Average bus duration
7h 40m
Cheapest ticket price
£19
Buses per day
4
Fastest bus
8h 20m
First bus
5:15
Last bus
23:55
Cheapest Month
May
Cheapest Day
Mon
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Mon
Least Busy Day
Fri
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

Bus providers: National Express from Manchester to ThetfordYou can travel by bus between Manchester to Thetford with National Express for as low as £19. 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
8h 20m
Cheapest Price
£32
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: Manchester to Thetford coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester 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 Manchester to Thetford can start from as little as £19 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Manchester to Thetford is £34; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Manchester to Thetford is 8h 20m to travel the 232 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Manchester to Thetford leaves at 5:15. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Manchester to Thetford leaves at 23:55.
There are 4 coaches a day from Manchester to Thetford which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from Manchester to Thetford, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Thetford. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Manchester and Thetford and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Manchester , you have various coach station options to start your route from including Manchester, Coach Station, Manchester, Shudehill Interchange, Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East, Manchester, Airport . When arriving in Thetford , you can end your route in coach stations like Thetford, London Road (Bus Interchange).Passengers board the coach most frequently from Manchester, Coach Station, which is located around 0 away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Thetford, London Road (Bus Interchange), located 0 away from the city centre.
A trip to Thetford from Manchester is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 8h 20m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Manchester to Thetford is May.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Manchester and Thetford including taking a train, coach and flight.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Manchester to Thetford:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Manchester to Thetford for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Manchester to Thetford depends on the coach companies:
  • National Express
    • 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.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company National Express.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Manchester to Thetford.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Manchester to Thetford:
  • National Express
    • Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Manchester to Thetford:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Manchester to Thetford.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Manchester to Thetford with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Manchester to Thetford with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Manchester to Thetford with the following coach company: National Express.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in Manchester and Thetford

Manchester
Thetford
The major coach station for departures in Manchester is Manchester, Coach Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Manchester, Coach Station for your trip from Manchester to Thetford.
Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 06:00-22:00
carConnection
Car connection
Chorlton Street
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Dining
Dining
  • Café at the Station (in the station)
  • Fast Food Express (in the station).
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Ramps, assistance
WC
WC
  • Available in the station.
Public transport options for Manchester, Coach Station
  • Bus: 50, 192, 201, 203, 205, 219, 255, 256 Train: Manchester Piccadilly Metro: Piccadilly Gardens
Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 05:00-23:30
carConnection
Car connection
Shudehill
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the interchange.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps
WC
WC
  • Available in the station.
Public transport options for Manchester, Shudehill Interchange
  • Bus: 42, 43, 135 Tram: Metrolink
Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East
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