Brighton to Thetford train with Thameslink

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Brighton to Thetford

Showing times and prices for 05 Nov

Cheapest price

£27

Average price

£27

Fastest journey

3 h 17 m

Average duration

3 h 17 m

Trains per day

1

Distance

187 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Brighton to Thetford will cost around £27 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £27.

Fast trains

Of the 1 trains that leave Brighton for Thetford every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 187 km distance in an average of 3 h 17 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 17 m .

The slowest trains will take 3 h 17 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.

Thameslink
04:443h17
Brighton
08:01Thetford
£271One-way
0 changes

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Compare train for Brighton to Thetford

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Brighton to Thetford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 14m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £16, and a coach costs an average of £42.

Distance: 187 km

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£16

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Cheapest

£42

Average Price

3h 44m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 14m

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7h 38m

Average total duration

7h 8m

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Brighton to Thetford train times

Showing trains for today, Tuesday 4 November
Last updated at 22:43
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
thameslink23:23 Brighton
8h10
07:33 Thetford2 changes
Wednesday 5 November
thameslink04:44 Brighton
3h17
08:01 Thetford0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Brighton to Thetford

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Trains from Brighton to Thetford run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £16 if you book in advance.
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
187 km
Average train duration
3h 14m
Cheapest ticket price
£16
Trains per day
5
Fastest train
3h 21m
First train
06:00
Last train
21:58
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

Train companies: Thameslink, Abellio Greater Anglia, Gatwick Express from Brighton to Thetford trainsThameslink, Abellio Greater Anglia, Gatwick Express trains will get you between Brighton and Thetford from £16. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Abellio Greater Anglia

About
Greater Anglia is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a wide range of services, from commuter trains to intercity services. The commuter trains run at regular intervals throughout the day, while the intercity services run at peak times. The train types include the InterCity 125, InterCity 225, Class 90, Class 91, Class 360 and Class 379. The ticket types available are Standard, First Class and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and refreshment trolleys. The most popular routes for Greater Anglia are London Liverpool Street to Norwich, London Liverpool Street to Cambridge and London Liverpool Street to Ipswich.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 9m
Cheapest Price
£47
Abellio Greater Anglia frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
Two items of luggage per person included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar service on intercity routes with hot and cold drinks, snacks. No service on local routes.
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for First Class tickets.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs require a ticket (£6 flat fee). Guide dogs travel free.
Quiet zone

Thameslink

About
Thameslink is a train service that operates in the United Kingdom. It is operated by Govia Thameslink Railway and serves the counties of Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Hertfordshire, London, and Surrey. The trains run from early morning until late at night, with some services running 24 hours a day. There are a variety of train types available, including Class 700 Desiro City, Class 377 Electrostar, Class 387/1 Electrostar, and Class 319/0. Ticket types include Anytime, Off-Peak, Super Off-Peak, and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. The most popular routes for Thameslink are London to Brighton, London to Bedford, and London to Luton.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 17m
Cheapest Price
£27
Thameslink frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund available if service is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on some routes offering drinks and snacks
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets free of charge. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

Gatwick Express

About
Gatwick Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates between London Victoria and Gatwick Airport, with trains running every 15 minutes throughout the day. The trains are modern and comfortable, with air-conditioning and free Wi-Fi. There are two types of trains: the Gatwick Express and the Southern service. The Gatwick Express is the fastest service, taking just 30 minutes to reach the airport. The Southern service takes a few minutes longer but offers more stops along the way.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Gatwick Express frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage areas at the end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refunds available according to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund available if service is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Snack trolley service available on some services
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces available, staff assistance for boarding and alighting
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead.

FAQs: Brighton to Thetford train

FAQs: Travel by train from Brighton to Thetford easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Brighton to Thetford.
FAQs
The train distance from Brighton to Thetford is 187 km.
Booking trains from Brighton to Thetford in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Brighton to Thetford covers a distance of 187 km and takes approximately 3h 21m. Trains run 5 per day.
The cost of a train ticket from Brighton to Thetford can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £16, while the average price tends to be around £16.
The first train from Brighton to Thetford leaves at 6:00.
The last train from Brighton to Thetford departs at 21:58.
The cheapest way to get from Brighton to Thetford is by train, costing approximately £16.
Trains from Brighton to Thetford run approximately 5 times per day.
The train station in Brighton that goes to Thetford is Brighton station (BTN), and it arrives at Thetford station (TTF).
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Brighton to Thetford.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Brighton to Thetford.
There is no night train service from Brighton to Thetford.
Yes, you can take the train from Brighton to Thetford.
To travel from Brighton to Thetford, you can take a train.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Brighton and Thetford

Brighton
Thetford
The major train station for departures in Brighton is Brighton. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Brighton for your trip from Brighton to Thetford.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
Luggage CartsLuggage Carts
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
platformCount
Number of platforms
8
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free
Parking
Parking
  • The car park is open 24/7. Access via Stroudley Road.
Dining
Dining
  • The Grand Central
  • The Cyclist
Taxis
Taxis
  • Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
WC
WC
  • £0.50
Hotel
Hotel
  • Jurys Inn Brighton
  • Ibis Brighton City Centre
  • My Brighton Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Lost and Found Office
  • Located in the main concourse
Car Rental
Car Rental
  • Enterprise
  • Europcar
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located in the main concourse
Luggage Carts
Luggage Carts
  • Free
Station Plan
  • Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-8 for trains to London, Gatwick, and the south coast
  • Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
Public transport options for Brighton
  • Bus: Several lines available
  • Train: Southern and Thameslink services

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