Stansted to Thetford train with Abellio Greater Anglia

Wed, 05 Nov
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Stansted to Thetford

Showing times and prices for 06 Nov

Cheapest price

£39

Average price

£40

Fastest journey

1 h 14 m

Average duration

1 h 21 m

Trains per day

3

Distance

68 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Stansted to Thetford will cost around £40 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £39.

Fast trains

Of the 3 trains that leave Stansted for Thetford every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 68 km distance in an average of 1 h 21 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 14 m .

The slowest trains will take 1 h 27 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.

Abellio Greater Anglia
21:101h27
Stansted
22:37Thetford
£391One-way
0 changes
CrossCountry
16:271h14
Stansted
17:41Thetford
£391One-way
0 changes
CrossCountry
04:201h22
Stansted
05:42Thetford
£411One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Stansted to Thetford

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Stansted to Thetford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £27. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 24m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £27, and a train costs an average of £14.

Distance: 68 km

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Train
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Coach

£36

Average Price

£30

Average Price

Cheapest

1h 54m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 24m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 37m

Average total duration

2h 7m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

Abellio Greater Anglia

Most popular train company

National Express

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Direct Options

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Live departures

Stansted to Thetford train times

Showing trains for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 03:36
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
cross_country04:20 Stansted
1h22
05:42 Thetford0 changesdirect
greater_anglia10:48 Stansted
1h12
12:00 Thetford0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Stansted to Thetford

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Trains from Stansted to Thetford run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £14 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
68 km
Average train duration
1h 24m
Cheapest ticket price
£14
Trains per day
5
Direct trains
1
Fastest train
1h 12m
First train
05:10
Last train
22:46
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 Stansted to Thetford trainsAbellio Greater Anglia trains will get you between Stansted and Thetford from £14. 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.
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Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 12m
Cheapest Price
£38
Abellio Greater Anglia frequency
3 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: Stansted to Thetford train

FAQs: Travel by train from Stansted 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 Stansted to Thetford.
FAQs
Yes, there is a direct train between Stansted and Thetford. The service operates 1 times per day, provided by Abellio Greater Anglia.
The train distance from Stansted to Thetford is 68 km.
Booking trains from Stansted 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 Stansted to Thetford covers a distance of 68 km and takes approximately 1h 12m. Trains run 5 per day.
The cost of a train ticket from Stansted to Thetford can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £14, while the average price tends to be around £36.
The first train from Stansted to Thetford leaves at 5:10.
The cheapest way to get from Stansted to Thetford is by train, costing approximately £14.
The train station in Stansted that goes to Thetford is Stansted Airport (SSD), and it arrives at Thetford station (TTF).
The last train from Stansted to Thetford departs at 22:46.
Trains from Stansted to Thetford run approximately 5 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Stansted to Thetford.
To get from Stansted to Thetford, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Stansted to Thetford.
Yes, you can take the train from Stansted to Thetford.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Stansted and Thetford

Stansted
Thetford
ThetfordWifiParkingDiningAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
information
address
Address
Thetford station, Station Road, Thetford, Norfolk, IP24 1AH
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 07:00 - 13:30 Saturday 07:00 - 13:30 Sunday Closed
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
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
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
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: Under the canopy on platform 1 and next to the ticket office on platform 2
Bike Parking
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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