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Compare train and coach for Cardiff to Thetford
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Cardiff to Thetford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £35. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 35m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £35, and a train costs an average of £51.
Distance: 289 km
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£124 Average Price | £47 Average Price Cheapest |
6h 5m Average total duration Fastest 5h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 53m Average total duration 6h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cardiff to Thetford
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Trains from Cardiff to Thetford run on average 5 times per day, taking around 5h 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £51 but you can travel from only £35 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:07, the last at 18:18. The fastest train covers the 289 km distance in 5h 13m.
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.
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Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £35
Distance 289 km |
Average train duration 5h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price £51 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 5h 13m |
First train 05:07 |
Last train 18:18 |
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
Coach from £35
Train companies: first_great_western from Cardiff to Thetford trainsfirst_great_western trains will get you between Cardiff and Thetford from £35. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 58m
Cheapest Price
£191
first_great_western frequency
25 a day
FAQs: Cardiff to Thetford train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff 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.
The train journey from Cardiff to Thetford offers varied scenery, including views of the Welsh countryside, the Severn Estuary, and rural landscapes as you travel through the English Midlands and East Anglia.
To fully enjoy Thetford's historical sites, nature reserves, and local attractions, spending 2 to 3 days is ideal.
A day trip from Cardiff to Thetford is not feasible as the travel duration is 5h 13m. Trains run 5 times per day. The distance is 289 km.
The train distance from Cardiff to Thetford is 289 km.
To get from Cardiff to Thetford, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
Booking trains from Cardiff 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 Cardiff to Thetford covers a distance of 289 km and takes approximately 5h 13m. Trains run 5 per day.
The cost of a train ticket from Cardiff to Thetford can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £51, while the average price tends to be around £124.
The first train from Cardiff to Thetford leaves at 5:07.
The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Thetford is by coach, costing approximately £35.
The last train from Cardiff to Thetford departs at 18:18.
The train station in Cardiff that goes to Thetford is Cardiff Central (CDF), and it arrives at Thetford station (TTF).
Trains from Cardiff to Thetford run approximately 5 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Cardiff to Thetford.
Yes, you can take the train from Cardiff to Thetford.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Cardiff to Thetford.
There is no night train service from Cardiff to Thetford.
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Important Stations and Airports in Cardiff and Thetford
Cardiff
Thetford
The major train station for departures in Cardiff is Cardiff Central. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Cardiff Central for your trip from Cardiff to Thetford.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sat: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sun: 07:30 - 21:30
Wifi
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
Shopping
- Type of shops available: News agent and convenience store
Parking
- Car Park: Brewery Car park
Dining
- Gourmet Coffee Bar & Kitchen
- Pret a Manger
- Tesco Express
Taxis
- Taxi: Taxi rank is on the right as you exit the main station entrance
Accessibility
- There is step-free access in the whole station. There are also ramps for train access and elevators in the station.
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platforms 1 to 8. The National Key toilets are located in the East Subway near the lifts and on Platform 8; these toilets are operated by a radar key and are only available during staffing hours.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National Key/Accessible toilets are located in the East Subway near the lifts and on Platform 8; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key and are only available during staffing hours.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Hotel
- Clayton Hotel Cardiff
- Cardiff Marriott Hotel
- Travelodge Cardiff Central
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: On platforms 1/2, 3/4, 6/7 and 8.
Ticket Office
- Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sat: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sun: 07:30 - 21:30
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: East end of platforms 1 and 2, 3 and 4, 6 and 7 - also at the front and rear of the station.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Cardiff Central
- Commuter rail lines: City Line, Rhondda Line, Rhymney Line, Valley Line, South Wales Main Line
- Train lines: Transport for Wales, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the rear car park (Penarth Road entrance)
The major train station for arrivals in Thetford is Thetford. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Thetford for your journey to Thetford from Cardiff.
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 07:00 - 13:30 Saturday 07:00 - 13:30 Sunday Closed
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- 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
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Under the canopy on platform 1 and next to the ticket office on platform 2
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platforms
- Storage CCTV: No
Public transport options for Thetford
- Onward travel information: Local bus services
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop on the station forecourt
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