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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh to Thetford
Cheapest price
£187
Average price
£187
Fastest journey
5 h 12 m
Average duration
5 h 13 m
Trains per day
12
Distance
469 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh to Thetford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Thetford will cost around £187 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £187.
To travel from Edinburgh to Thetford you need to make at least one change.
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6:305h13Edinburgh11:43Thetford£1871One-way1 change- 7:305h13Edinburgh12:43Thetford£1871One-way1 change
- 8:305h13Edinburgh13:43Thetford£1871One-way1 change
- 9:305h13Edinburgh14:43Thetford£1871One-way1 change
- 10:305h13Edinburgh15:43Thetford£1871One-way1 change
- 15:305h12Edinburgh20:42Thetford£1871One-way1 change
- 6:305h13Edinburgh11:43Thetford£1871One-way1 change
- 7:305h13Edinburgh12:43Thetford£1871One-way1 change
- 8:305h13Edinburgh13:43Thetford£1871One-way1 change
- 9:305h13Edinburgh14:43Thetford£1871One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Edinburgh to Thetford
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Thetford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £76. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 47m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £76, and a train costs an average of £187.
Distance: 469 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£188 Average Price | £76 Average Price Cheapest |
5h 17m Average total duration Fastest 4h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 25m Average total duration 13h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Edinburgh to Thetford train times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Thetford trains for today, Tuesday 14 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9:30 Edinburgh | 5h13 | 14:43 Thetford | 1 change | |
| 10:30 Edinburgh | 5h13 | 15:43 Thetford | 1 change | |
| 11:30 Edinburgh | 5h13 | 16:43 Thetford | 1 change | |
| 13:30 Edinburgh | 5h13 | 18:43 Thetford | 1 change | |
| 14:30 Edinburgh | 5h16 | 19:46 Thetford | 1 change | |
| 15:30 Edinburgh | 5h12 | 20:42 Thetford | 1 change | |
| 17:30 Edinburgh | 5h13 | 22:43 Thetford | 1 change | |
| 20:20 Edinburgh | 11h10 | 7:30 Thetford | 1 change | |
| 21:00 Edinburgh | 12h45 | 9:45 Thetford | 2 changes | |
| Wednesday 15 July | |||||
| 6:30 Edinburgh | 5h13 | 11:43 Thetford | 1 change | |
| 7:30 Edinburgh | 5h13 | 12:43 Thetford | 1 change | |
| 8:30 Edinburgh | 5h13 | 13:43 Thetford | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Thetford
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Edinburgh to Thetford run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £187 but you can travel from only £76 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:48, the last at 18:24. The fastest train covers the 469 km distance in 4h 54m.
Distance 469 km |
Average train duration 4h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price £187 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 4h 54m |
First train 5:48 |
Last train 18:24 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 4 days |
Train companies: London North Eastern Railway, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) from Edinburgh to Thetford trainsLondon North Eastern Railway, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) trains will get you between Edinburgh and Thetford from £76. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
London North Eastern Railway
London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)
FAQs: Edinburgh to Thetford train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh and Thetford
Most Edinburgh to Thetford trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to Thetford station pair. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh and Thetford train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Edinburgh Waverley from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Waverley train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Waverley has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Bagel Factory, Burger King, Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, JD Wetherspoon, The Pasty Shop, The Beer House, M&S, Pret a Manger
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are there are a few ATM machines around the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59, Sun: 07:00 - 23:59. Information desks are information booths are located on the concourse. .
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Waverley: Entrances are step free. Station is equipped with an elevator. Staffed with guide communicators for the deaf. Tactile warning strips are on the platform edges for the blind.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Old Waverley Hotel, Jurys Inn Edinburgh, The Scotsman Hotel.
Which Thetford station do trains from Edinburgh arrive at?
Getting to Thetford from Thetford city centre
Thetford train station facilities and services
Thetford has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Thetford.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Thetford.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Thetford.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Thetford: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Thetford: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Thetford: 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.
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