The cheapest and fastest trains from Cambridge station (CBG) to Thetford station (TTF)
Cheapest price
£20
Average price
£21
Fastest journey
43 m
Average duration
51 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
48 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cambridge station (CBG) to Thetford station (TTF) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cambridge station (CBG) to Thetford station (TTF) will cost around £21 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £20.
Of the 2 trains that leave Cambridge station (CBG) for Thetford station (TTF) every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 48 km distance in an average of 51 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 43 m .
The slowest trains will take 58 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 Cambridge station (CBG) to Thetford station (TTF)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cambridge station (CBG) to Thetford station (TTF) 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 £20.
Distance: 48 km
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Live departures
Cambridge station (CBG) to Thetford station (TTF) train times
The table below shows live departures for Cambridge station (CBG) to Thetford station (TTF) trains for tomorrow, Friday 14 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 05:35 Cambridge station (CBG) | 0h58 | 06:33 Thetford station (TTF) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:00 Cambridge station (CBG) | 0h43 | 10:43 Thetford station (TTF) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cambridge station (CBG) to Thetford station (TTF)
Trains from Cambridge station (CBG) to Thetford station (TTF) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £20 but you can travel from only £11 by coach.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:35, the last at 20:20. The fastest train covers the 48 km distance in 39m.
Distance 48 km |
Average train duration 38m |
Cheapest ticket price £20 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 39m |
First train 05:35 |
Last train 20:20 |
Train companies: Abellio Greater Anglia, East Midlands Trains, Cross Country, Great Northern from Cambridge station (CBG) to Thetford station (TTF) trainsAbellio Greater Anglia, East Midlands Trains, Cross Country, Great Northern trains will get you between Cambridge station (CBG) and Thetford station (TTF) from £11. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Cambridge station (CBG) to Thetford station (TTF) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cambridge station (CBG) to Thetford station (TTF) 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 station (TTF), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Cambridge station (CBG) and Thetford station (TTF)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:10 - 23:00 Saturday 05:10 - 23:00 Sunday 07:00 - 22:55
- Car Park: Premium Bay
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: 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 toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 4. The accessible toilets are on platform 4
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Platforms 1, 4 and 7
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Cycle point is by the Car Park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement buses depart from the front of the station
- 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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