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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Stansted to Thetford
Cheapest price
£40
Average price
£40
Fastest journey
1 h 24 m
Average duration
1 h 24 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
68 km
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 £40.
Of the 1 trains that leave Stansted 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 68 km distance in an average of 1 h 24 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 24 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 24 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.
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 £13.
Distance: 68 km
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1h 54m Average total duration Fastest 1h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 37m Average total duration 2h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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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 £13 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:10, the last at 22:46. The fastest train covers the 68 km distance in 1h 12m.
Distance 68 km |
Average train duration 1h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price £13 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 1h 12m |
First train 05:10 |
Last train 22:46 |
Train companies: Abellio Greater Anglia from Stansted to Thetford trainsAbellio Greater Anglia trains will get you between Stansted 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: Stansted to Thetford train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stansted 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.
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Important Stations and Airports in Stansted and Thetford
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- 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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