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The cheapest and fastest trains from Ipswich to Thetford
Showing times and prices for 06 Nov
Cheapest price
£41
Average price
£41
Fastest journey
1 h 14 m
Average duration
1 h 15 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
48 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ipswich to Thetford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ipswich to Thetford will cost around £41 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £41.
Fast trains
To travel from Ipswich to Thetford you need to make at least one change.
00:455h20
Ipswich06:05Thetford
£411One-way
1 change
06:391h19
Ipswich07:58Thetford
£411One-way
1 change
07:391h26
Ipswich09:05Thetford
£411One-way
1 change
08:381h21
Ipswich09:59Thetford
£411One-way
1 change
09:381h27
Ipswich11:05Thetford
£411One-way
1 change
13:071h14
Ipswich14:21Thetford
£441One-way
1 change
09:081h15
Ipswich10:23Thetford
£441One-way
1 change
10:081h15
Ipswich11:23Thetford
£441One-way
1 change
07:071h16
Ipswich08:23Thetford
£441One-way
1 change
14:071h16
Ipswich15:23Thetford
£441One-way
1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Ipswich to Thetford
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ipswich to Thetford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 12m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £9, and a coach costs an average of £46.
Distance: 48 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
|---|---|
£22 Average Price Cheapest | £49 Average Price |
1h 42m Average total duration Fastest 1h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 25m Average total duration 5h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Ipswich to Thetford train times
Showing trains for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 02:20
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09:08 Ipswich | 1h15 | 10:23 Thetford | 1 change | |
| 09:38 Ipswich | 1h27 | 11:05 Thetford | 1 change | |
| 10:01 Ipswich | 1h41 | 11:42 Thetford | 1 change | |
| 10:08 Ipswich | 1h15 | 11:23 Thetford | 1 change | |
| 10:38 Ipswich | 1h22 | 12:00 Thetford | 1 change | |
| 00:45 Ipswich | 5h20 | 06:05 Thetford | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Ipswich to Thetford
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Ipswich to Thetford run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £9 if you book in advance.
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
Distance 48 km |
Average train duration 1h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 1h 14m |
First train 06:00 |
Last train 22:00 |
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
Train companies: Abellio Greater Anglia from Ipswich to Thetford trainsAbellio Greater Anglia trains will get you between Ipswich and Thetford from £9. 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 14m
Cheapest Price
£9
Abellio Greater Anglia frequency
5 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
FAQs: Ipswich to Thetford train
FAQs: Travel by train from Ipswich to Thetford easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Ipswich to Thetford.
The train distance from Ipswich to Thetford is 48 km.
Booking trains from Ipswich to Thetford in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
To get from Ipswich to Thetford, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
The cost of a train ticket from Ipswich to Thetford can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £9, while the average price tends to be around £22.
The cheapest way to get from Ipswich to Thetford is by train, costing approximately £9.
The train journey from Ipswich to Thetford covers a distance of 48 km and takes approximately 1h 14m. Trains run 5 per day.
The first train from Ipswich to Thetford leaves at 6:00.
The train station in Ipswich that goes to Thetford is Ipswich station (IPS), and it arrives at Thetford station (TTF).
The last train from Ipswich to Thetford departs at 22:00.
Trains from Ipswich to Thetford run approximately 5 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Ipswich to Thetford.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Ipswich to Thetford.
Yes, you can take the train from Ipswich to Thetford.
There is no night train service from Ipswich to Thetford.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Ipswich and Thetford
Ipswich
Thetford
The major train station for departures in Ipswich is Ipswich. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Ipswich for your trip from Ipswich to Thetford.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:00 - 21:20 Saturday 05:00 - 21:20 Sunday 07:20 - 22:00
Distance to city center
1 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: News agent 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
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: Toilets including accessible (radar key) toilets are located alongside platform 2
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets,Male toilets
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Close to platform 1
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Ipswich
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop at bus stop on station forecourt.
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 Ipswich.
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityWC
LoungeLost 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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