Lincoln to Thetford train with East Midlands Trains

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Lincoln to Thetford

Showing times and prices for 04 Feb

Cheapest price

£25

Average price

£25

Fastest journey

2 h 12 m

Average duration

2 h 12 m

Trains per day

1

Distance

125 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lincoln to Thetford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Lincoln to Thetford will cost around £25 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £25.

Fast trains

Of the 1 trains that leave Lincoln 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 125 km distance in an average of 2 h 12 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 12 m .

The slowest trains will take 2 h 12 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.

LNER
19:252h12
Lincoln
21:37Thetford
£251One-way
0 changes

Live departures

Lincoln to Thetford train times

The table below shows live departures for Lincoln to Thetford trains for today, Tuesday 3 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 11:33
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london_north_eastern_railway19:25 Lincoln
2h12
21:37 Thetford0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Lincoln to Thetford

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Trains from Lincoln to Thetford run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £21 if you book in advance.

The earliest train runs at 05:18, the last at 20:36. The fastest train covers the 125 km distance in 2h 12m.

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
125 km
Average train duration
2h 6m
Cheapest ticket price
£21
Trains per day
6
Fastest train
2h 12m
First train
05:18
Last train
20:36
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: East Midlands Trains from Lincoln to Thetford trainsEast Midlands Trains trains will get you between Lincoln and Thetford from £21. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

East Midlands Trains

About
East Midlands Trains is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to the East Midlands, Yorkshire, and the North West. East Midlands Trains operates a fleet of Class 158, Class 156, Class 170, Class 222 and Class 180 diesel multiple units, as well as Class 222 Meridian electric multiple units. East Midlands Trains also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for East Midlands Trains are London to Nottingham, Sheffield, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 1m
Cheapest Price
£37
East Midlands Trains frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for Advance ticket holders
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs must be on lead and require a ticket (£6 for day ticket)
Quiet zone
Learn more about East Midlands Trains

FAQs: Lincoln to Thetford train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lincoln 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.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Lincoln to Thetford can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £21, while the average price tends to be around £26.
The train journey from Lincoln to Thetford covers a distance of 125 km and takes approximately 2h 12m. Trains run 6 per day.
The train distance from Lincoln to Thetford is 125 km.
The first train from Lincoln to Thetford leaves at 5:18.
The last train from Lincoln to Thetford departs at 20:36.
Trains from Lincoln to Thetford run approximately 6 times per day.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Lincoln to Thetford.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Lincoln to Thetford.
To travel from Lincoln to Thetford, you can take a train.
There is no night train service from Lincoln to Thetford.
The train station in Lincoln that goes to Thetford is Lincoln Central (LCN), and it arrives at Thetford station (TTF).
The cheapest way to get from Lincoln to Thetford is by train, costing approximately £21.
Booking trains from Lincoln to Thetford in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Lincoln to Thetford offers a mix of scenic countryside landscapes, quaint villages, and historic sites, providing a pleasant visual experience for travellers.
A day trip from Lincoln to Thetford is not feasible as the journey takes 2h 12m. However, there are 6 train journeys per day.
To fully enjoy Thetford's historical sites, nature reserves, and local attractions, spending 2 to 3 days is ideal.
Yes, you can take the train from Lincoln to Thetford.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Lincoln and Thetford

Lincoln
Thetford
The major train station for departures in Lincoln is Lincoln Central. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Lincoln Central for your trip from Lincoln to Thetford.
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information
address
Address
Lincoln station, St Marys Street, Lincoln, Lincolnshire, LN5 7EW
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:00 - 19:30 Saturday 05:00 - 19:30 Sunday 10:30 - 21:30
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: Category A station. This station has step free access to all platforms. This station doesn't have tactile paving at the edges of the platforms.
  • Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
  • Accessible taxis: all cabs on station rank are wheelchair accessible
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible ticket machines note: Fastticket
  • Accessible toilets: Yes
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: Yes
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
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  • Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 4. The National key toilets are located on Platform 3; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on Platform 3; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Between station front and St Marys Church
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Lincoln Central
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Outside the front of the station.

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