The cheapest and fastest trains from Thetford to Aberdeen
Cheapest price
£124
Average price
£124
Fastest journey
8 h 45 m
Average duration
8 h 45 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
556 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Thetford to Aberdeen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Thetford to Aberdeen will cost around £124 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £124.
Of the 1 trains that leave Thetford for Aberdeen 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 556 km distance in an average of 8 h 45 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 8 h 45 m .
The slowest trains will take 8 h 45 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.


Live departures
Thetford to Aberdeen train times
The table below shows live departures for Thetford to Aberdeen trains for today, Sunday 16 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 10:24 Thetford | 9h46 | 20:10 Aberdeen | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Thetford to Aberdeen
Trains from Thetford to Aberdeen run on average 7 times per day, taking around 7h 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £284 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:57, the last at 13:59. The fastest train covers the 556 km distance in 9h 17m.
Distance 556 km |
Average train duration 7h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price £284 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 9h 17m |
First train 05:57 |
Last train 13:59 |
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FAQs: Thetford to Aberdeen train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Thetford to Aberdeen 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 Aberdeen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Thetford and Aberdeen
- 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
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access is available via College Street.
- The Silver Darling
- Moonfish Cafe
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- £0.30
- Residence Inn Aberdeen
- Hilton Aberdeen TECA
- Jurys Inn Aberdeen
- Located in the main concourse
- 80 places, covered
- Enterprise
- Europcar
- Located in the main concourse
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and platforms
- Hall 2: waiting area and shops
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: ScotRail services
- National Rail services
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