Thetford to London bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Thetford to London

Showing times and prices for 07 Dec

Cheapest price

£22

Average price

£41

Fastest journey

2 h 15 m

Average duration

3 h 20 m

Buses per day

9

Distance

117 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Thetford to London will cost around £41 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £22.

Fast coaches

Of the 9 buses that leave Thetford for London 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 20 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 15 m .

The slowest buses will take 4 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 ExpressNX491
13:102h40
Thetford, London Road (Bus Interchange)
15:50London, Victoria Coach Station
£221One-way
0 changes
National ExpressNX491
07:352h15
Thetford, London Road (Bus Interchange)
09:50London, Victoria Coach Station
£251One-way
0 changes
National ExpressNX490
16:402h40
Thetford, London Road (Bus Interchange)
19:20London, Victoria Coach Station
£251One-way
0 changes
National ExpressNX727 · NXA8
09:304h50
Thetford, London Road (Bus Interchange)
14:20London, Victoria Coach Station
£491One-way
1 change
National ExpressNX728 · NXA8
16:554h55
Thetford, London Road (Bus Interchange)
21:50London, Victoria Coach Station
£491One-way
1 change

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Thetford to London

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Thetford to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 52m. 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 train costs an average of £9, and a coach costs an average of £11.

Distance: 117 km

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Coach
Most popular
Train

£26

Average Price

£23

Average Price

Cheapest

3h 10m

Average total duration

2h 40m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 22m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 52m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.1 - 0.3kg

CO2 emissions

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest
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Live departures

Thetford to London bus times

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

Last updated at 00:41
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
national_express06:35 Thetford
2h15
08:50 London0 changesdirect
national_express12:10 Thetford
2h40
14:50 London0 changesdirect
national_express15:40 Thetford
2h40
18:20 London0 changesdirect
Sunday 7 December
national_expressNX727 · NXA600:25 Thetford, London Road (Bus Interchange)
4h55
05:20 London, Victoria Coach Station1 change

This is the last bus of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Thetford to London

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Buses from Thetford to London run on average 9 times per day, taking around 2h 40m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £11 but you can travel from only £9 by train.

There are 2 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:12, the last at 23:40. The fastest coach covers the 117 km distance in 2h 15m.

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 £9
Distance
117 km
Average bus duration
2h 40m
Cheapest ticket price
£11
Buses per day
9
Direct buses
2
Fastest bus
2h 15m
First bus
00:12
Last bus
23:40
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 £9

Bus providers: National Express from Thetford to LondonYou can travel by bus between Thetford to London with National Express for as low as £9. 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
2h 15m
Cheapest Price
£13
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: Thetford to London coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Thetford to London 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 London, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Thetford to London can start from as little as £13 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Thetford to London is £27; 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 Thetford to London is 2 h 15 min   to travel the 73 mile long route, with around there are 9 coaches per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Thetford to London leaves at 00: 25. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Thetford to London leaves at 16: 55.
There are 9 coaches a day from Thetford to London which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
For the best Thetford to London 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 between Thetford and London to compare what amenities they may offer.

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 London, Victoria Coach Station, located 1.9 miles (3 km) away from the city centre.

A trip to London from Thetford is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2 h 15 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Thetford to London by coach is November.
You have options as you can travel from Thetford to London 2 different ways: train or coach.
No, the coach from Thetford to London has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Thetford to London.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Thetford to London.

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

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    Important Stations and Airports in Thetford and London

    Thetford
    London
    The major coach station for departures in Thetford is Thetford, London Road (Bus Interchange). Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Thetford, London Road (Bus Interchange) for your trip from Thetford to London.
    Thetford, London Road (Bus Interchange)

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