The cheapest and fastest trains from Leeds to Thetford
Cheapest price
£12
Average price
£38
Fastest journey
3 h 3 m
Average duration
3 h 59 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
217 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leeds to Thetford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leeds to Thetford will cost around £38 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £12.
Of the 2 trains that leave Leeds for Thetford every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 217 km distance in an average of 3 h 59 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 3 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 54 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.
5:054h54Leeds9:59Thetford£121One-way0 changes
10:403h03Leeds13:43Thetford£641One-way0 changes
10:403h03Leeds13:43Thetford£641One-way0 changes
5:054h54Leeds9:59Thetford£121One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Leeds to Thetford
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leeds to Thetford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £19. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 20m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £19, and a train costs an average of £12.
Distance: 217 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£41 Average Price | £38 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 50m Average total duration Fastest 2h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 28m Average total duration 10h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Leeds to Thetford train times
The table below shows live departures for Leeds to Thetford trains for today, Sunday 24 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 13:40 Leeds | 3h03 | 16:43 Thetford | 1 change | |
![]() | 14:40 Leeds | 3h03 | 17:43 Thetford | 1 change | |
![]() | 15:40 Leeds | 3h03 | 18:43 Thetford | 1 change | |
![]() | 16:40 Leeds | 3h03 | 19:43 Thetford | 1 change | |
![]() | 17:40 Leeds | 3h14 | 20:54 Thetford | 1 change | |
![]() | 19:40 Leeds | 3h03 | 22:43 Thetford | 1 change | |
![]() | 21:10 Leeds | 10h20 | 7:30 Thetford | 1 change | |
| Monday 25 May | |||||
![]() | 5:05 Leeds | 4h54 | 9:59 Thetford | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Leeds to Thetford
Trains from Leeds to Thetford run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £12 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:06, the last at 21:20. The fastest train covers the 217 km distance in 3h 3m.
Distance 217 km |
Average train duration 2h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 3h 3m |
First train 6:06 |
Last train 21:20 |
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High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Train companies: London North Eastern Railway, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) from Leeds to Thetford trainsLondon North Eastern Railway, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) trains will get you between Leeds and Thetford from £12. 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: Leeds to Thetford train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leeds 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 Leeds and Thetford
- Mon - Sat: 04:45 - 23:59
- Sun: 06:45 - 22:30
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Located on the main concourse. Services provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00.
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Bagel Factory
- Caffè Nero
- KFC
- Leon
- McDonald's
- The Pasty Shop
- Starbucks
- Pret a Manger
- JD Wetherspoon
- Delice de France
- Taxi: Taxi rank outside New Station Street entrance near the bus interchange.
- Accessible taxis: Taxi rank outside New Station Street entrance near the bus interchange.
- There are elevators or level access to all platforms in the whole station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
- Toilets Location: Baby changing facilities are located in the accessible toilet on platform 12 on the South Concourse
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Leeds City Center
- The Queens Hotel
- Leeds Marriott Hotel
- Mon - Sat: 04:45 - 23:59
- Sun: 06:45 - 22:30
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Platform 0 / 1 Platform 6 / 8 behind the lift Platform 12 / 15 Short stay car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Located on the North Concourse near the Wellington Street entrance. Open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
- Bus lines: 1, 16, 201, 229, 34, 5, 60, A1
- Train lines: Northern, TransPennine Express
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B station, Persons in wheelchairs can gain easy access onto both platforms. However to get onto the Harrogate bound platform you have to go a long way round it will take approx 5-7 minutes.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Cards Only - No Cash Accepted
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: Bus stops located 5 mins away from station. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick up / drop off on Ashville Road adjacent to the station entrance towards Harrogate, opposite the station entrance towards Leeds.
- Metro: 0113 245 7676
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station. The conductor will carry out any assistance, please wait on the platform. This station has recently benefitted from the installation of lifts, level access to platform 1 with platform 2 being accessible using the lift and a short subway.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: There is a bus stop close to the station. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the Bus Stops on Kirkstall Lane close to the junction with the station approach road. (Station side for Leeds, opposite side for Harrogate)
- Metro: WYPTE 0113 245 7676
- 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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