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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Ipswich to Thetford
Cheapest price
£34
Average price
£39
Fastest journey
1 h 19 m
Average duration
2 h 43 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
48 km
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 £39 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £34.
To travel from Ipswich to Thetford you need to make at least one change.
6:011h29Ipswich7:30Thetford£341One-way1 change- 0:455h20Ipswich6:05Thetford£411One-way1 change
- 6:391h19Ipswich7:58Thetford£411One-way1 change
- 6:391h19Ipswich7:58Thetford£411One-way1 change
- 6:011h29Ipswich7:30Thetford£341One-way1 change
- 0:455h20Ipswich6:05Thetford£411One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach and train 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 £13. 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 £13, and a coach costs an average of £40.
Distance: 48 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£16 Average Price Cheapest | £46 Average Price |
1h 42m Average total duration Fastest 1h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 15m Average total duration 5h 45m 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
The table below shows live departures for Ipswich to Thetford trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 5 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0:45 Ipswich | 5h20 | 6:05 Thetford | 1 change | |
| 6:01 Ipswich | 1h29 | 7:30 Thetford | 1 change | |
| 6:39 Ipswich | 1h19 | 7:58 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 6 times per day, taking around 1h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £13 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:00, the last at 22:00. The fastest train covers the 48 km distance in 1h 20m.
Distance 48 km |
Average train duration 1h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price £13 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 1h 20m |
First train 6:00 |
Last train 22:00 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Greater Anglia from Ipswich to Thetford trainsGreater Anglia trains will get you between Ipswich and Thetford from £13. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Ipswich to Thetford train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ipswich 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 Ipswich and Thetford
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rental
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:00 - 21:20 Saturday 05:00 - 21:20 Sunday 07:20 - 22:00
- Type of shops available: News agent Passport Photo Booth
- Car Park: Premium Bay
- 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
- 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
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Close to platform 1
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop at bus stop on station forecourt.
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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