8:593h07Luton12:06Thetford£241One-way0 changes
8:562h47Luton11:43Thetford£941One-way0 changes
8:562h47Luton11:43Thetford£941One-way0 changes
8:593h07Luton12:06Thetford£241One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Luton to Thetford
The cheapest option from Luton to Thetford is train, with an average price of £31. Omio recommends booking the bus, as it is the most popular option from Luton to Thetford among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the is your best option, as it emits only .
Distance: 100 km
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2h 55m Average total duration Fastest option 2h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 56m Average total duration 2h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Luton to Thetford train times
The table below shows live departures for Luton to Thetford trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 8 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 8:56 Luton | 2h47 | 11:43 Thetford | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:59 Luton | 3h07 | 12:06 Thetford | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Luton to Thetford
Typically, there are 7 trains per day from Luton to Thetford, including direct trains, taking around 2h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £24 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:35, the last at 23:04. The fastest train covers the 100 km distance in 2h 47m.
Distance 100 km |
Average train duration 2h 25m |
Lowest ticket price £24 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 2h 47m |
First train 5:35 |
Last train 23:04 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Thameslink, east_midlands_trains from Luton to Thetford trainsThameslink, east_midlands_trains trains will get you between Luton and Thetford from £24. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Luton to Thetford train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Luton 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 Luton and Thetford
Most Luton to Thetford trains use the Luton to Thetford station pair. Use this guide to compare Luton and Thetford train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Luton station do trains to Thetford leave from?
Getting to Luton from Luton city centre
Luton train station facilities and services
Luton has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Luton.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Luton. ATMs are available at Luton.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Luton.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Luton: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Luton: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Luton: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category B3 station: Step free access via lift to platform 5 only (some trains to Bedford/ the East Midlands) only. Steps to all other platforms. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office. This station doesn't have tactile surfaces along all platform edges. Please pay attention to where the platform surface changes from smooth to paved or contact us for assistance, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Thameslink ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Luton Airport Parkway from Luton city centre
Luton Airport Parkway is 1 km from Luton city centre. Public transport options include:
Luton Airport Parkway train station facilities and services
Luton Airport Parkway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Luton Airport Parkway.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Luton Airport Parkway. ATMs are available at Luton Airport Parkway.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Luton Airport Parkway.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Luton Airport Parkway: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Luton Airport Parkway: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Luton Airport Parkway: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to all platforms via lifts. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Thameslink ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Luton DART Parkway train station facilities and services
Luton DART Parkway has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Luton DART Parkway: The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible.
Which Thetford station do trains from Luton arrive at?
Getting to Thetford from Thetford city centre
Thetford train station facilities and services
Thetford has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Thetford.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Thetford.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Thetford.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Thetford: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Thetford: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Thetford: 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.
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