Thetford to Longford bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Thetford to Longford

Showing times and prices for 17 Nov

Cheapest price

£37

Average price

£37

Fastest journey

4 h

Average duration

4 h

Buses per day

1

Distance

133 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Thetford to Longford will cost around £37 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £37.

Fast coaches

Of the 1 buses that leave Thetford for Longford 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 133 km distance in an average of 4 h but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h .

The slowest buses will take 4 h 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 Express
15:404h00
Thetford
19:40Longford
£371One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for Thetford to Longford

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Thetford to Longford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £26. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 51m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £26, and a train costs an average of £45.

Distance: 133 km

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Train

£34

Average Price

Cheapest

£45

Average Price

4h 21m

Average total duration

3h 51m

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30m

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3h 21m

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2h 51m

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30m

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Live departures

Thetford to Longford bus times

The table below shows live departures for Thetford to Longford coaches for today, Sunday 16 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 09:17
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
national_express12:10 Thetford
4h10
16:20 Longford0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Thetford to Longford

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Buses from Thetford to Longford run on average 10 times per day, taking around 3h 51m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £26 if you book in advance.

There are 8 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 40m.

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
133 km
Average bus duration
3h 51m
Cheapest ticket price
£26
Buses per day
10
Direct buses
8
Fastest bus
3h 40m
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

Bus providers: National Express from Thetford to LongfordYou can travel by bus between Thetford to Longford 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 55m
Cheapest Price
£26
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 Longford coach

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

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Thetford to Longford can start from as little as £29 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Thetford to Longford 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 Thetford to Longford coach time is 3 h 35 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 Thetford to Longford leaves at 00: 25. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Thetford to Longford leaves at 23: 30.
There are 11 coaches a day from Thetford to Longford which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
For the best Thetford to Longford 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 Thetford to Longford 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, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3, located 1.2 miles (2 km) away from the city centre.

A trip to Longford from Thetford is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3 h 35 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Thetford to Longford by coach is February.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel to Longford from Thetford including taking a coach or train.
No, the coach from Thetford to Longford has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Thetford to Longford.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Thetford to Longford.

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

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    Important Stations and Airports in Thetford and Longford

    Thetford
    Longford
    Thetford, London Road (Bus Interchange)

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