The cheapest and fastest coaches from Norwich to Thetford
Cheapest price
£6
Average price
£12
Fastest journey
45 m
Average duration
49 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
44 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Norwich to Thetford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Norwich to Thetford will cost around £12 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £6.
Of the 4 buses that leave Norwich for Thetford every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 44 km distance in an average of 49 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 45 m .
The slowest buses will take 50 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.








Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Norwich to Thetford
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Norwich to Thetford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 31m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, and a train costs an average of £14.
Distance: 44 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£8 Average Price Cheapest | £15 Average Price |
1h 17m Average total duration 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 1m Average total duration Fastest 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Norwich to Thetford bus times
The table below shows live departures for Norwich to Thetford coaches for today, Sunday 22 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX490 | 15:55 Norwich, Bus Station | 0h40 | 16:35 Thetford, London Road (Bus Interchange) | 0 changesdirect | |
NX728 | 16:10 Norwich, Bus Station | 0h45 | 16:55 Thetford, London Road (Bus Interchange) | 0 changesdirect | |
NX727 | 23:35 Norwich, Bus Station | 0h50 | 00:25 Thetford, London Road (Bus Interchange) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Monday 23 February | |||||
![]() | 01:50 Norwich | 0h50 | 02:40 Thetford | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 14:45 Norwich | 0h45 | 15:30 Thetford | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Norwich to Thetford by coach or train
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Why should you book Norwich to Thetford coaches with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs National Express?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for National Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus, Coach Services or Konectbus to find the best option for your trip from Norwich to Thetford.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare National Express with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Norwich to Thetford.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Trainline?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus, Coach Services or Konectbus to find the best option for your trip from Norwich to Thetford.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Norwich to Thetford.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Norwich to Thetford
Buses from Norwich to Thetford run on average 12 times per day, taking around 47m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.
There are 12 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:24, the last at 23:35. The fastest coach covers the 44 km distance in 40m.
Distance 44 km |
Average bus duration 47m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Buses per day 12 |
Direct buses 12 |
Fastest bus 40m |
First bus 00:24 |
Last bus 23:35 |
Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus, Coach Services, Konectbus from Norwich to ThetfordYou can travel by bus between Norwich to Thetford with National Express, FlixBus, Coach Services, Konectbus for as low as £5. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Norwich to Thetford coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Norwich 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.

- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- 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.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
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