1,000+ travel companies
1,000+ travel companies
Scan to get our free app
Use our app to get live travel updates and book mobile tickets for trains, buses, flights, and ferries.
App Store
4.942K ratings
Google Play
4.6136K reviews
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Cheshunt to Thetford
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cheshunt to Thetford 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 1h 29m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £11, and a train costs an average of £46.
Distance: 95 km
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Coach |
|---|---|
£46 Average Price | £11 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 59m Average total duration Fastest 1h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 15m Average total duration 1h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Compare prices and tickets Cheshunt to Thetford by train or coach
Compare train and coach prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
Sun
21 Dec
21 Dec
Mon
22 Dec
22 Dec
Tue
23 Dec
23 Dec
Wed
24 Dec
24 Dec
Thu
25 Dec
25 Dec
Fri
26 Dec
26 Dec
Sat
27 Dec
27 Dec
Journey information
Overview: Train from Cheshunt to Thetford
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Cheshunt to Thetford run on average 2 times per day, taking around 1h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £46 but you can travel from only £11 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 06:00, the last at 21:20. The fastest train covers the 95 km distance in 1h 43m.
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 £11
Distance 95 km |
Average train duration 1h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price £46 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 1h 43m |
First train 06:00 |
Last train 21:20 |
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 £11
Train companies: Abellio Greater Anglia, Stansted Express from Cheshunt to Thetford trainsAbellio Greater Anglia, Stansted Express trains will get you between Cheshunt and Thetford from £11. 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
1h 43m
Cheapest Price
£46
Abellio Greater Anglia frequency
2 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
Stansted Express
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 3m
Cheapest Price
£55
Stansted Express frequency
2 a day
FAQs: Cheshunt to Thetford train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cheshunt 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.
To fully enjoy Thetford's historical sites, nature reserves, and local attractions, spending 2 to 3 days is ideal.
To get from Cheshunt to Thetford, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
Yes, a day trip from Cheshunt to Thetford is feasible as the journey takes 1h 43m and the distance is 95 km. There are 2 trains per day.
The train journey from Cheshunt to Thetford offers a mix of urban landscapes and countryside views, particularly as the route passes through areas like the picturesque Breckland in Norfolk, providing a pleasant and scenic experience.
The train distance from Cheshunt to Thetford is 95 km.
Booking trains from Cheshunt to Thetford in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The cost of a train ticket from Cheshunt to Thetford can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £46, while the average price tends to be around £46.
The train journey from Cheshunt to Thetford covers a distance of 95 km and takes approximately 1h 43m. Trains run 2 per day.
The first train from Cheshunt to Thetford leaves at 6:00.
The cheapest way to get from Cheshunt to Thetford is by coach, costing approximately £11.
The train station in Cheshunt that goes to Thetford is Cheshunt station (CHN), and it arrives at Thetford station (TTF).
The last train from Cheshunt to Thetford departs at 21:20.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Cheshunt to Thetford.
Trains from Cheshunt to Thetford run approximately 2 times per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Cheshunt to Thetford.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Cheshunt to Thetford.
There is no night train service from Cheshunt to Thetford.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Cheshunt and Thetford
Cheshunt
Thetford
The major train station for departures in Cheshunt is Cheshunt. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Cheshunt for your trip from Cheshunt to Thetford.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:15 - 19:45 Saturday 06:15 - 19:45 Sunday 08:15 - 15:40
Distance to city center
1 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: Passport Photo Booth
Parking
- Car Park: Premium Bay
Accessibility
- 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
- Wheelchairs available open hours: when ticket office is open
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: The accessible toilets are located on the concourse and available during staffing hours, key available from ticket office
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Platform 1
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78
Public transport options for Cheshunt
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Substitute bus services stop outside station 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 Cheshunt.
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
Most popular train connections from Cheshunt
More options for your journey from Cheshunt to Thetford
Here are some other resources that might have the information you need
Most popular trains to and from Thetford and Cheshunt
Most popular train connections to Thetford
The Omio App Makes Travel Planning Easy
We’ll get you where you want to go. From live train updates to mobile tickets, our innovative app is the ideal way to plan and keep track of your travel.
