4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Thetford to Cambridge
Cheapest price
£11
Average price
£11
Fastest journey
1 h 10 m
Average duration
1 h 10 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
49 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Thetford to Cambridge is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Thetford to Cambridge will cost around £11 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £11.
Of the 1 buses that leave Thetford for Cambridge every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 49 km distance in an average of 1 h 10 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 10 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 h 10 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 train and coach for Thetford to Cambridge
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Thetford to Cambridge among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 38m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £11, and a train costs an average of £14.
Distance: 49 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£12 Average Price Cheapest | £20 Average Price |
1h 47m Average total duration 1h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 8m Average total duration Fastest 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Thetford to Cambridge bus times
The table below shows live departures for Thetford to Cambridge coaches for today, Sunday 16 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX727 | Delayed 12:35 00:25Thetford, London Road (Bus Interchange) | 1h00 | 05:55 05:55Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX727 | Delayed 12:35 02:40Thetford, London Road (Bus Interchange) | 1h00 | 05:55 05:55Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX727 | Delayed 12:35 04:55Thetford, London Road (Bus Interchange) | 1h00 | 05:55 Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX727 | Delayed 12:35 06:40Thetford, London Road (Bus Interchange) | 1h10 | 07:50 Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX727 | Delayed 12:35 08:00Thetford, London Road (Bus Interchange) | 1h10 | 09:10 Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX727 | Delayed 12:35 09:30Thetford, London Road (Bus Interchange) | 1h10 | 10:40 Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX727 | Delayed 12:35 10:55Thetford, London Road (Bus Interchange) | 1h10 | 12:05 Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX727 | On time 12:35 Thetford, London Road (Bus Interchange) | 1h10 | 13:45 Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX728 | 14:55 Thetford, London Road (Bus Interchange) | 1h10 | 16:05 Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX728 | 16:55 Thetford, London Road (Bus Interchange) | 1h10 | 18:05 Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Thetford to Cambridge
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Buses from Thetford to Cambridge run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 17m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £11 if you book in advance.
There are 9 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:25, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 49 km distance in 1h 10m.
Distance 49 km |
Average bus duration 1h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 9 |
Fastest bus 1h 10m |
First bus 00:25 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Bus providers: National Express from Thetford to CambridgeYou can travel by bus between Thetford to Cambridge with National Express for as low as £11. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Thetford to Cambridge coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Thetford to Cambridge 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 Cambridge, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Thetford, London Road (Bus Interchange), which is located around 0.5 miles (757 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece), located 0.9 miles (1.4 km) away from the city centre.
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