The cheapest and fastest trains from Aberdeen to Thetford
Cheapest price
£225
Average price
£225
Fastest journey
7 h 45 m
Average duration
7 h 45 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
556 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Aberdeen to Thetford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Aberdeen to Thetford will cost around £225 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £225.
To travel from Aberdeen to Thetford you need to make at least one change.


Live departures
Aberdeen to Thetford train times
The table below shows live departures for Aberdeen to Thetford trains for today, Sunday 16 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 09:47 Aberdeen | 8h02 | 17:49 Thetford | 1 change | |
![]() | 11:47 Aberdeen | 8h03 | 19:50 Thetford | 1 change | |
![]() | 13:47 Aberdeen | 8h53 | 22:40 Thetford | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Aberdeen to Thetford
Trains from Aberdeen to Thetford run on average 3 times per day, taking around 7h 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £228 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:23, the last at 15:24. The fastest train covers the 556 km distance in 7h 45m.
Distance 556 km |
Average train duration 7h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price £228 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 7h 45m |
First train 06:23 |
Last train 15:24 |
Train companies: CrossCountry, LNER from Aberdeen to Thetford trainsCrossCountry, LNER trains will get you between Aberdeen and Thetford from £228. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Aberdeen to Thetford train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Aberdeen to Thetford by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Thetford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Aberdeen and Thetford
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access is available via College Street.
- The Silver Darling
- Moonfish Cafe
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- £0.30
- Residence Inn Aberdeen
- Hilton Aberdeen TECA
- Jurys Inn Aberdeen
- Located in the main concourse
- 80 places, covered
- Enterprise
- Europcar
- Located in the main concourse
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and platforms
- Hall 2: waiting area and shops
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: ScotRail services
- National Rail services
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 07:00 - 13:30 Saturday 07:00 - 13:30 Sunday Closed
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: On platform 2.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: Womens and accessible toilets are available in the waiting room on platform 1 and mens on platform 2. Toilets at this station are available at the following times: Weekdays (Mon - Fri) 07:00 : 13:00 Saturdays 07:00 : 13:00 Sundays closed
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Waiting rooms location: Under the canopy on platform 1 and next to the ticket office on platform 2
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platforms
- Storage CCTV: No
- Onward travel information: Local bus services
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop on the station forecourt
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