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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Great Yarmouth to Thetford
Cheapest price
£23
Average price
£23
Fastest journey
1 h 18 m
Average duration
1 h 18 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
70 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Great Yarmouth to Thetford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Great Yarmouth to Thetford will cost around £23 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £23.
Of the 1 trains that leave Great Yarmouth 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 70 km distance in an average of 1 h 18 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 18 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 18 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 Great Yarmouth to Thetford
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Great Yarmouth to Thetford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 4m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £16, and a train costs an average of £23.
Distance: 70 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£23 Average Price | £16 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 34m Average total duration Fastest 1h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 59m Average total duration 1h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Great Yarmouth to Thetford train times
The table below shows live departures for Great Yarmouth to Thetford trains for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P49208 · P47298 | On time 07:45 Great Yarmouth station (GYM) | 1h14 | 08:59 Thetford station (TTF) | 1 change | |
| P49215 · P47303 | On time 08:47 Great Yarmouth station (GYM) | 1h12 | 09:59 Thetford station (TTF) | 1 change | |
| P49219 · P48864 | On time 09:17 Great Yarmouth station (GYM) | 1h40 | 10:57 Thetford station (TTF) | 1 change | |
| P49225 · P47320 | On time 10:17 Great Yarmouth station (GYM) | 1h42 | 11:59 Thetford station (TTF) | 1 change | |
| P49227 · P47330 | On time 11:17 Great Yarmouth station (GYM) | 1h42 | 12:59 Thetford station (TTF) | 1 change |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Great Yarmouth to Thetford
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Great Yarmouth to Thetford run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £23 but you can travel from only £16 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:45, the last at 22:00. The fastest train covers the 70 km distance in 1h 6m.
Distance 70 km |
Average train duration 1h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price £23 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 1h 6m |
First train 05:45 |
Last train 22:00 |
Train companies: Abellio Greater Anglia from Great Yarmouth to Thetford trainsAbellio Greater Anglia trains will get you between Great Yarmouth and Thetford from £16. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Great Yarmouth to Thetford train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Great Yarmouth 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.
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Important Stations and Airports in Great Yarmouth and Thetford
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Parking
Dining
ATM
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WC
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Lost and Found Office
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Information Desk
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:50 - 17:10 Saturday 06:50 - 17:10 Sunday 08:00 - 16:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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 taxis are usually available on the taxi rank at the front of the station.
- 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: Toilets including accessible (radar key) toilets are located on the concourse and open when the station is manned
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: on concourse, and by night entrance
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop at bus stop at station entrance
WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityWC
LoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking- 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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