The cheapest and fastest trains from Thetford to Cambridge
Cheapest price
£20
Average price
£20
Fastest journey
44 m
Average duration
55 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
49 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Thetford to Cambridge is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Thetford to Cambridge will cost around £20 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £20.
Of the 2 trains that leave Thetford for Cambridge every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 49 km distance in an average of 55 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 44 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 5 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 Thetford to Cambridge
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Thetford to Cambridge among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 38m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £11, and a train costs an average of £14.
Distance: 49 km
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£20 Average Price | £12 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 8m Average total duration Fastest 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 47m Average total duration 1h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Thetford to Cambridge train times
The table below shows live departures for Thetford to Cambridge 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 |
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Y10196 | On time 09:36 Thetford station (TTF) | 0h40 | 10:16 Cambridge North (CMB) | 0 changesdirect | |
J15503+ Y30274 | On time 10:23 Thetford station (TTF) | 0h48 | 11:11 Cambridge North (CMB) | 1 change | |
Y09231 | On time 10:36 Thetford station (TTF) | 0h39 | 11:15 Cambridge North (CMB) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y10202 | On time 11:36 Thetford station (TTF) | 0h39 | 12:15 Cambridge North (CMB) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y09242 | On time 12:36 Thetford station (TTF) | 0h39 | 13:15 Cambridge North (CMB) | 0 changesdirect | |
J15502+ Y30304 | On time 12:57 Thetford station (TTF) | 1h14 | 14:11 Cambridge North (CMB) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Thetford to Cambridge
Trains from Thetford to Cambridge run on average 6 times per day, taking around 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £14 but you can travel from only £11 by coach.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:17, the last at 23:13. The fastest train covers the 49 km distance in 39m.
Distance 49 km |
Average train duration 38m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 39m |
First train 00:17 |
Last train 23:13 |
Train companies: Abellio Greater Anglia, East Midlands Trains, east_midlands_trains from Thetford to Cambridge trainsAbellio Greater Anglia, East Midlands Trains, east_midlands_trains trains will get you between Thetford and Cambridge from £11. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Thetford to Cambridge train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Thetford to Cambridge 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 Cambridge, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Thetford and Cambridge
- 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
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:10 - 23:00 Saturday 05:10 - 23:00 Sunday 07:00 - 22:55
- Car Park: Premium Bay
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: 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 toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 4. The accessible toilets are on platform 4
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Platforms 1, 4 and 7
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Cycle point is by the Car Park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement buses depart from the front of the station
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible taxis: Details of the nearest taxi will be supplied by station staff
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: Station foyer
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Waiting rooms are available on each platform
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Adjacent station building.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point
- Helpline Contact: 0800 028 2878
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: From bus stop on station forecourt.
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